
Oilers Face Blues with Key Lineup Adjustments and Milestone Moment
The Edmonton Oilers are set to hit the ice against the St. Louis Blues tonight, and there's plenty to talk about ahead of this matchup. The biggest storyline? Kasperi Kapanen is gearing up for his 500th career NHL game, and it's happening against his former team. That’s a milestone worth celebrating, and Kapanen himself reflected on how far he's come, saying he’s proud of his journey but still hungry for more.
The Oilers are also making a few tweaks to their lineup. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl will once again be paired on the top line alongside veteran Corey Perry. While head coach Kris Knoblauch has generally preferred to separate his two superstars, he believes their chemistry in five-on-five play—especially in the last game against Toronto—justifies keeping them together for now. And let’s be honest, when those two are on the same line, they’re always a threat.
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On the blue line, Mattias Ekholm is set to return after missing the previous game due to illness. His presence will be a huge boost, particularly on the penalty kill, where the Oilers struggled in his absence. Knoblauch emphasized Ekholm’s value, pointing out that while he may not put up elite power-play numbers, his even-strength contributions are among the best in the league. Expect him to slot back in next to Evan Bouchard, a pairing that has been one of Edmonton’s most reliable.
The Oilers come into this game needing to find their scoring touch. They’ve lost two straight, both by just one goal, despite outshooting their opponents by a wide margin. Sometimes, a hot opposing goalie is just too tough to beat, but Edmonton can’t afford to let those missed opportunities pile up. The Blues, sitting outside of a playoff spot, are inconsistent, making this a prime opportunity for the Oilers to regain momentum.
With only three games left before the Four Nations Face-Off break, the Oilers need to finish strong. A win tonight in St. Louis could be just what they need to get back on track before heading to Chicago tomorrow. Puck drop is at 6:00 PM—let’s see if the Oilers can make a statement.
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