Can the Pittsburgh Penguins Seize Victory at Rogers Place Against the Edmonton Oilers?

As the Pittsburgh Penguins prepare to face off against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place on March 4th, fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward their recent momentum. The Penguins have shown a mix of results in their past few games, with a thrilling victory against the Blackhawks but also experiencing narrow defeats to both the Islanders and Kings.

In their latest match-up, despite outshooting the New York Islanders with 41 attempts on goal, they fell short in overtime. However, they dominated faceoffs with a winning percentage of 58 percent and blocked as many shots as they took (14). This resilience was slightly overshadowed by giveaways (14), which is an area for potential improvement.

Against Los Angeles Kings, it was a defensive battle for Pittsburgh. They managed to block 16 shots while taking only 30 themselves – showcasing a more conservative approach. Their powerplay opportunities were plentiful but yielded only one goal from five chances. Faceoff performance remained strong at 61 percent won.

The game against Chicago Blackhawks highlighted Pittsburgh's ability to capitalize on opportunities; scoring four goals from just 27 shots reflects an impressive shooting percentage of 15 percent. Their shorthanded play was particularly notable with one goal scored during penalty kill situations.

The upcoming game presents another challenge for the Penguins as they take on an Oilers team that will have home-ice advantage. Fans should look out for how Pittsburgh manages puck possession and whether they can convert powerplay chances more effectively than in previous outings.

With these analytics in mind, fans can expect an intense battle where every shot and faceoff could tip the scales. The game is scheduled for March 4th at Rogers Place in Edmonton and will be broadcasted live on ESPN+ online and SportsNet PT television network starting at local time (2:00 AM GMT).