From an Oilers fan on their reddit. It's a great summary of their biggest fears and weaknesses heading into a season where all the pundits are predicting their success:
The Oilers are in trouble.
I believe the Oilers are in major trouble.
They lost significant speed with the departures of Foegele, McLeod, Holloway and Broberg
They are the oldest team in the league. Foot speed will be a significant issue
Jeff Skinner, was bought out for a reason and his preseason play and demotion to third line for opening night, does not inspire confidence. I believe his best days are behind him.
Draisaitl will likely regress a lot
Dismal showing in preseason
Everyone is aging on this team. Kulak, Nuge, Nurse, Ekholm, Hyman, will all likely regress, possibly a steep drop off. This is evidence based for most players in their 30s.
Emberson will be a bright spot along Nurse.
Kulak-Stecher/Dermott pairing will be liability.
Oilers power play has regressed since their historic season 2 years ago. It will continue to recess. It will still be elite, but it won't be enough to lean on for wins.
I could be wrong, but I am scared.
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