Both the Edmonton Oilers and the New York Islanders are gearing up for a significant match in Alberta. The Islanders, however, have been facing some challenges. Their average of 2.47 goals per game and their 28th place in the league, following a loss to the New Jersey Devils in overtime, are clear indicators. Their special teams, with a penalty kill effectiveness of 65.6% and a power play success percentage of only 13%, are also areas of concern.
On the other hand, the Oilers recently demonstrated their offensive prowess with a convincing 7-3 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. Despite their lower ranking in power play effectiveness at 15.8% and an average of 2.67 goals per game, Edmonton has shown improvement in recent games. Their historical advantage over the Islanders, with a record of 6-3-1 in their past 10 meetings, also adds to their potential for a win.
Edmonton is in a strong position to win this game, given their home advantage and recent performance. With their previous performance in mind, the Oilers are not just expected to win, but also to gain crucial momentum for their upcoming games.