EDMONTON, AB - In a season filled with stops and starts - not just in practice - the Oilers are ready to return to action Saturday by visiting the Winnipeg Jets at Bell MTS Place.
Due to the Vancouver Canucks ongoing situation with COVID-19, the Orange & Blue have been recharging their batteries and sharpening up for the final stretch of the 2020-21 campaign with a six-day break since last Saturday's 5-0 loss to the Calgary Flames.
While the Oilers have been practicing, the Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs and Jets have continued to push towards the playoffs. Following the week off, Edmonton rests third in the North Division with 52 points, five back of the Winnipeg Jets, with two games in hand.
Heading into Saturday's Hockey Night in Canada matchup, the Oilers will look to put the fresh legs to good use and hope that the extended break doesn't affect their performance.
BLOG: Well-rested for Winnipeg
The Oilers travel to Winnipeg refreshed following a six-day break from game action and hope to find their game as the stretch drive begins
