'We’re a different team now. It’s going to be tight-checking, with two really good teams going at it. The team that plays better hockey will win,' said Leon Draisaitl.
For a third straight season, the Edmonton Oilers have eliminated the Los Angeles Kings from the opening round of the NHL playoffs, winning 4-3 at Rogers Place on Wednesday night.
The Edmonton Elks selected linebacker Joel Dublanko first overall in the CFL draft. The six-foot-three, 240-pound Dublanko was regarded as the most pro-ready draft prospect.
Having the Edmonton Oilers in the playoffs isn't just an exciting time for hockey fans, it translates to a boom in business for restaurants and bars, and particularly downtown.