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PLAY THREAD: Edmonton Oilers vs. Buffalo Sabers

March 17, 2022

Rogers Place

7 PM MT

TV: Sportsnet West

Radio: 630 CHED

SB Nation opponent: The By The Blade

The Oilers are looking for their fourth victory in a row this evening. They are a perfect 3-0 at home, with victories coming up against Washington, Tampa and most recently Detroit. Can the Oilers do it perfectly tonight with a win over the Sabers four in a row?

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– Jason Gregor (@JasonGregor) March 16, 2022

THREE things to look for

  • Jesse Puljujärvi has been activated by IR. After a month away due to injury Puljujärvi is back. He is in line with Zach Hyman and Leon Draisaitl, and not a moment too early.
  • Mike Smith will get the start for the Oilers in goal. The soon-to-be 40-year-old Netminder begins his first game in twelve nights. Can he carry the load and turn around in solid 60 minutes to get the oilers a W?
  • A win could bring the Oilers to two points from the Kings. An Oilers victory along with a Kings loss to the Sharks would get the Oilers into a game of LA. Let’s see it tonight.