Oilers Aim to Keep Momentum Alive Against the Flyers
The Edmonton Oilers are hitting the road for a tough seven-game trip, starting Wednesday night against the Philadelphia Flyers at the Xfinity Mobile Arena. After a dramatic overtime win over the Columbus Blue Jackets, the team is carrying some much-needed momentum into this first leg of a back-to-back series.
That victory against the Blue Jackets was nothing short of emotional. Edmonton found themselves in a deep hole after two periods, down 3-1, before Connor McDavid took over in the third. His two goals, including a brilliant spinning backhand finish, completely shifted the game’s energy. Then, with less than a minute left and the Oilers shorthanded, Jake Walman tied it up, forcing overtime. Jack Roslovic sealed the comeback with a backhand goal on a breakaway — his first against his hometown team — giving Edmonton a 5-4 win.
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It was exactly the kind of fight and resilience the Oilers needed after a humbling 9-1 defeat to Colorado just days earlier. Head coach Kris Knoblauch praised McDavid’s leadership and determination, saying the captain simply refused to let the team lose. Players like Trent Frederic and Vasily Podkolzin also earned recognition for setting a physical tone early, sparking the bench and firing up the team when it mattered most.
But as they prepare to face the Flyers, Edmonton knows they’re up against a defensively sharp opponent. The Flyers, currently holding the second Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference, have been stingy all season under coach Rick Tocchet’s guidance. Despite falling 3-2 in overtime to the Senators in their last game, Philadelphia’s structure and discipline have made them a tough team to break down.
For the Oilers, this road trip is more than just a stretch of away games — it’s a chance to re-establish consistency and identity. Their offense, led by McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, has never been in question, but tightening up defensively and sustaining energy across all four lines will be key.
Edmonton’s record on the road hasn’t been ideal, and facing the Flyers in their own building is no easy task. Philadelphia thrives on high-pressure forechecking and quick counterattacks, which means the Oilers’ defense and goaltending will need to stay sharp from the opening puck drop.
The puck drops at 5:30 p.m. MT, with coverage on Sportsnet and 880 CHED. Fans can also catch exclusive behind-the-scenes content on Oilers+. For Edmonton, it’s a crucial start to a long trip — and a chance to prove that Monday’s comeback wasn’t just a one-off spark, but the beginning of a turnaround.
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