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What we’ve learned about the Edmonton Oilers since NHL trade deadline
- The Oilers added Dickinson, Murphy and Dach at the deadline to address team needs.
- Edmonton posted a 3-1-1 post-deadline record, indicating a marginal performance uptick.
- Connor Ingram has become the Oilers’ No. 1 goaltender, showing the best five-on-five save numbers.
- Draisaitl’s line, with Kapanen, is returning to form, providing a potential lift when healthy.
- McDavid’s declining five-on-five shots and faceoffs have raised concerns about top-line effectiveness.
- Darnell Nurse’s status looms as a potential trade piece, affecting defense pairing dynamics.
- Matt Savoie has emerged as a versatile two-way option, potentially sticking on the top line when needed.
- The Oilers must monitor Draisaitl’s injury impact on lineup stability moving forward.
- The article frames Edmonton as a team with a more complete profile but still chasing a Talbot-like spring run.
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