Red Wings @ Oilers: Online Betting Preview
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2015 Time: 9:30PM Venue: Rexall Place Opening Line: Edmonton -110
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Even with Connor McDavid in the line-up, it was still assumed that the Oilers (2-4-0) would struggle this season. That prophecy certainly appeared to be true through the first 4 games, with Edmonton dropping them all and looking petty anemic on offense. Their fortunes seemed to shift on Saturday night, though, with a 5-2 win on the road against the rival Calgary Flames. McDavid scored twice, but it was also a night when all 4 of the Oilers last 4 first round draft picks found themselves on the score sheet. That seemed to be the kick in the pants that this team needed, as they then went out and beat the Vancouver Canucks in OT the following night. No-one is suggesting that the Oilers are suddenly world beaters, but perhaps they now have a little confidence that will help their younger players excel.

