Oilers adjust roster for Game One playoff showdown vs Kings

April 20, 2025, 3:20 pm

Edmonton’s playoff preparations face turbulence as coach Kris Knoblauch reveals key lineup decisions ahead of Game One against the Los Angeles Kings. With star forward Evander Kane sidelined and other notable players ruled out or limited by injuries, the Oilers are scrambling to patch together a winning aesthetic amid mounting pressure. Fans and pundits alike watch eagerly as name changes and on-ice adjustments promise both intrigue and potential surprises in this high-stakes postseason opener.

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