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Originally Posted by Cecil Terwilliger
If the oilers stay on a high, I think they steamroll the kings. But if they face any adversity at all, LA will pounce and the Oilers are done for.
A late tying goal on the PP and OT loss or a Smith weak goal or giveaway leading to a goal could be just what the doctor ordered in game 1 to set the tone for the series.
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I definitely agree with this. It is Edmonton’s series to lose. They are playing their best hockey at the right time and should be able to win rather convincingly.
That said, they’re still an extremely fragile group regardless of the boasting from their fan base, local reporters, etc. The slightest hint of adversity could greatly impact this team and alter the narrative. They have a well documented recent history of underforming and failing to meet expectations, and although are currently on a great run, have actually had quite a tumultuous season full of inconsistencies and turmoil.