GMofOilers
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One more win to go to beat your record in the first 6 days.
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Oilers Record Over Next 11 Games
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One more win to go to beat your record in the first 6 days.
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Jimmi McJenkins
Sometimes miracles
I also love this and I can't figure out why so many want to see the team fail.
It is easier from a psychological perspective to set expectations low and then be happy if the team exceeds expectations.
Jimmi McJenkins
Sometimes miracles
There's a difference between tempering expectations and having the active expectation of failure. Looking for that has the Result v. a Possibility is something don't need around here.
I mean being constantly let down by this organization for the entire time I've been a hockey fan pretty much does it. I have seen 2 playoff runs for this team ever. The team failure, expecting the team to fail is just the norm for me. Expecting a win is unknown for me.
So far I've been wrong on all of them. Maybe my prediction will be flipped?
Louis Cypher
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If we keep a 5-4-2 or 5-5-1 record every 11 games we can sneak into the playoffs.
In 2016-2017 I recall we had Nov and Dec losing streaks that we had to make up with a crazy final 25+ games where we went 20-5 or something.
It's interesting to see most Edmonton fans enjoying this time, but definitely not getting too optimistic. This time last year many Leafs fans were planning the parade.
Pointteen
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Go decently above .500 for this stretch and I'll be optimistic. 7-4. Doable. Especially with a win in Dallas.
Aerchon
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In tough today. In tough in the division. In tough in the nhl.
I usually do an assessment every 8 to 10 games and draw at least a few conclusions about the team.
I think everyone knows now, the team can win and play good hockey. Regular season they have a formula that can work. Load up a line, bunker down the rest and perfect special teams. However I honestly don't have a clue if the Oilers can maintain/improve enough to be a playoff team this year and moving forward.
Pundits are lost right now imo. The league is a bit of a gong show. I know it's like this every year to some extent but it feels different to me. Worse.
Last year the Thanksgiving deadline didn't mean as much as typical. Each year a bit less and less.
This 11 game block is important and a better testament to the teams state than the previous group but not as relevant to the standings it normally would be.
I said 6. A nice achievable number that can maintain a playoff spot. After thinking about it I would really like to see them improve rather than maintain. The schedule is still relatively easier and they need to push harder to pick up as many wins/points as they can to ensure a playoff berth. Heck even Boston just came off a 4 game losing streak. I hope the Oilers can avoid that but realistically it can happen and they need more of a cushion for if it does. Toronto is in full meltdown after 4 losses. Can't imagine what this place would be like.
I usually do an assessment every 8 to 10 games and draw at least a few conclusions about the team.
I think everyone knows now, the team can win and play good hockey. Regular season they have a formula that can work. Load up a line, bunker down the rest and perfect special teams. However I honestly don't have a clue if the Oilers can maintain/improve enough to be a playoff team this year and moving forward.
Pundits are lost right now imo. The league is a bit of a gong show. I know it's like this every year to some extent but it feels different to me. Worse.
Last year the Thanksgiving deadline didn't mean as much as typical. Each year a bit less and less.
This 11 game block is important and a better testament to the teams state than the previous group but not as relevant to the standings it normally would be.
I said 6. A nice achievable number that can maintain a playoff spot. After thinking about it I would really like to see them improve rather than maintain. The schedule is still relatively easier and they need to push harder to pick up as many wins/points as they can to ensure a playoff berth. Heck even Boston just came off a 4 game losing streak. I hope the Oilers can avoid that but realistically it can happen and they need more of a cushion for if it does. Toronto is in full meltdown after 4 losses. Can't imagine what this place would be like.
2-2-1 if I am not mistaken
4 wins in the next 6 is certainly possible
EDIT 3-1-1 with 4 wins in next 6
7-3-1 in 11
4 wins in the next 6 is certainly possible
EDIT 3-1-1 with 4 wins in next 6
7-3-1 in 11
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AddyTheWrath
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3-1-1 I think.
We beat the Sharks, Avs and Ducks. Lost to SJ in regulation, Stars in OT.
Not Canada Drai
♧ Lem
I remember "Free McDavid" chants at our rink when the Leaves came to town. Guess that tune is a bit changed right now. Also the Leaves and Jammies getting coconut blasted this year is my juice.
4-2-1 . The next 4 arguing to be tough . Avs and Arizona will want some pay back . Canucks are playing decent this year .
I predicted 7-2-2 . I think we end up 6-4-2 maybe 6-3-2 if the hockey gods are thru with punishing us .
One thing about this team . No long losing streaks this year . If we can go on another hot run like the start of the season we will be a playoff team .
I predicted 7-2-2 . I think we end up 6-4-2 maybe 6-3-2 if the hockey gods are thru with punishing us .
One thing about this team . No long losing streaks this year . If we can go on another hot run like the start of the season we will be a playoff team .
For a point of reference based off the OP:
Sunday, November 10 @ Anaheim ... 6-2 W
Tuesday, November 12 @ San Jose ... 6-3 L
Thursday, November 14 vs. Colorado ... 6-2 W
Saturday, November 16 vs. Dallas ... 5-4 OTL
Tuesday, November 19 @ San Jose ... 5-2 W
Thursday, November 21 @ Los Angeles ... 5-1 L
Saturday, November 23 @ Vegas ... 5-2 W
Sunday, November 24 @ Arizona ... 4-3 W (SO)
Wednesday, November 27 @ Colorado
Saturday, November 30 vs. Vancouver
Sunday, December 1 @ Vancouver
5-2-1 with 3 more games to go.
Sunday, November 10 @ Anaheim ... 6-2 W
Tuesday, November 12 @ San Jose ... 6-3 L
Thursday, November 14 vs. Colorado ... 6-2 W
Saturday, November 16 vs. Dallas ... 5-4 OTL
Tuesday, November 19 @ San Jose ... 5-2 W
Thursday, November 21 @ Los Angeles ... 5-1 L
Saturday, November 23 @ Vegas ... 5-2 W
Sunday, November 24 @ Arizona ... 4-3 W (SO)
Wednesday, November 27 @ Colorado
Saturday, November 30 vs. Vancouver
Sunday, December 1 @ Vancouver
5-2-1 with 3 more games to go.
LTIR
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We call it the Reverse Cyclone sweep.
I will blame Cyclonesweep if we lose on Saturday.
xoczar99ox
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I honestly don’t remember a home and away back to back in like forever! Should be a good weekend of hockey against Vancouver.
Also I hope Van wears there throw back jerseys, they look sweet as f*** on TV.
Also I hope Van wears there throw back jerseys, they look sweet as f*** on TV.
Fixed to Ruin
Come wit it now!
We could easily win the next 3 games.
Colorado still banged up. Vancouver seems to have come to earth after a hot start.
bone
5-14-6-1
The thing working in favor for the Vancouver back to back is that Saturday will be game 6 of a 6 game road trip coming from the Eastern conference. Edmonton is coming home from its own 5 game road trip as well, but will have only played 1 game in the previous 5 days and will have been home since the wee hours of Thursday morning.
That said, Vancouver is off Thursday and Friday as well, so they may fly home for their day off to re-energize and just make a quick trip to Edmonton for the game. Overall though it should be advantage Oilers if they choose to take advantage of it.
TheUltimateOiler
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