Well, credit where its due, Edmonton have gone back to basics and its worked. Battled hard, killed most of the Tampa plays(including PPs), didn't make many mistakes in their own zone and created some good chances. They worked hard and ground this win out.
But, my god the Bolts were awful tonight. I hope they continue that trend tomorrow, but somehow I can see them turning it on against us. That turnover by Palat was Oileresque. Top line did little of note, their brightest player was the debutant Drouin. Their defence looks suspect minus Hedman, so if we battle hard tomorrow, I reckon we can nab some decent chances.
Well done to the Oilers. They were helped by the Bolts ineptitude tonight but they did deserve this win. I wonder if Ovechkin and the Caps are feeling as generous on Wednesday.
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