Oilers Stumble Without Draisaitl, Seek Playoff Momentum

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The Edmonton Oilers keep stumbling with our star center, Leon Drys Idol, who sidelined

by injury.

They fail 5-2 to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday March 21st, and their latest setback

during a tough stretch.

Conor McDavid praised the lightning sharp coaching and organization after the game, hinting

that his team isn't quite there yet, despite their long, time together.

He also called the Pacific Division race a pillow fight, saying the Oilers are lucky

not to have lost ground, but need to start winning on the road.

Fans and observers are piling pressure on head coach Chris Noblowk over line shuffles,

like splitting effective duos and giving more ice time to.

Struggling players such as Darnell Nurse.

Even with some smart reunions, like McDavid was Zach Hyman and Ryan Newgen Hopkins, the

moves haven't clicked.

Old Tinder Connor Ingram has provided some stability, but the team craves consistency

from Tristan Jerry too.

Offense lacks punch, defense needs tightening, and with just 11 games left in the 2025-26

season, time is short.

The Oilers have a playoff history of rising up, so they're pushing to build momentum now,

before the postseason tests their medal.