Oilers Set to Face Red-Hot Canadiens as Jones & Dineen Make Debuts
The Edmonton Oilers are gearing up for an exciting matchup against the Montreal Canadiens tonight at Rogers Place, and all eyes are on two fresh faces making their debut in blue and orange. Forward Max Jones and defenseman Cam Dineen are stepping into the lineup, bringing new energy and depth to the team as they look to rebound from a tough loss earlier this week.
Jones, acquired from Boston earlier in the week, is set to make his debut on the fourth line alongside Kasperi Kapanen and Corey Perry . The 26-year-old forward is known for his physicality and aggressive forechecking, qualities that Head Coach Kris Knoblauch believes will add a new dynamic to the team. Speaking ahead of the game, Jones shared his excitement:
"Yeah, I'm in the lineup, so I'm super thrilled. It’s been a crazy 24 hours, a crazy season, but it’s just hockey, so I’m excited to play it here in a great city that loves their team."
Jones has spent most of his career with the Anaheim Ducks before a brief stint in Boston. Now, he’s eager to make an impact in Edmonton and prove himself as a valuable addition to the roster.
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Meanwhile, Cam Dineen was called up from Bakersfield on an emergency basis and will step into the defensive rotation with Mattias Ekholm and John Klingberg sitting out. Dineen has been a standout in the AHL this season, leading Bakersfield’s defensemen with 29 points (5 goals, 24 assists) in 45 games . Coach Knoblauch emphasized that resting Ekholm is a precautionary move, while Klingberg is dealing with a minor injury.
With the Canadiens riding a five-game winning streak , the Oilers know they have a tough challenge ahead. Nick Suzuki has been on fire since returning from the 4 Nations Face-Off break, and Cole Caufield is having a career-best season with 30 goals . Knoblauch acknowledged Montreal’s offensive threats, noting that Edmonton’s defense will need to be sharp to contain them.
The Oilers, currently 3-7-0 in their last 10 games , are looking to turn things around after a 6-2 loss to Anaheim . Stuart Skinner will get the start in goal, hoping to anchor the team against a Canadiens squad averaging 3.3 goals per game in their last 10 outings.
As the NHL trade deadline looms just a day away, this game is crucial for the Oilers to find momentum and solidify their lineup. Fans will be watching closely to see how Jones and Dineen fit into the mix as Edmonton battles to stay competitive in the playoff race.
Puck drop is set for 7:00 PM MT , and it’s shaping up to be an intense showdown at Rogers Place!
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