In this episode of The Oil Rig Podcast, Faiz and Greg discuss the current state of the Oilers, focusing on the recent Olympic break, Leon Draisaitl's candid interview, the team's coaching strategies, and the team's overall identity.

They also get into player utilization, Edmonton's trade deadline considerations, and the potential impact of the Olympic break on the team, and the set the stage for Olympics hockey expectations for the Oilers and the teams they are playing on.

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In this episode of The Oil Rig Podcast, Faiz and Greg dive into how the Edmonton Oilers defence core has changed with with both top and depth players rising up to the occasion, turning it into a position of strength. Beyond the blueline, they discuss how Stuart Skinner's been in Pittsburgh, more trade rumours, and expectations for the Oilers as they look to secure playoff seeding.

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The Edmonton Oilers continue to perplex as they have yet to win three games in a row so far in 2025–26. With the changes made to their roster, player usage, and the emergence of new players, what should be expected from the team for the second half of the season?

Oh, also, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is the best.

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