The team game as a whole is quite noticeably way better under Sutter. 5 on 5 the ice was tilted. I hardly noticed McDavid and Draisatl 5 on 5
If a trend develops of the top players not having an impact, then they're in trouble. If they have middle of the road special teams, then they're going to be a middle of the road team.
I also think there's something to be said about the schedule. The Oilers' full lineup has essentially played 4 games already.
The Flames sat for a week after juggling a weird pre season.
It's not fair to judge a 1 game set. 10 and 20 game evaluations will be the marker.
Last edited by sa226; 10-17-2021 at 10:30 AM.
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