Draisaitl and Oilers continue in the crisis

Against the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Oilers conceded a 1: 5 on Tuesday evening. With now eleven defeats in 27 games, the long very good situation on the way into the play-offs has strongly deteriorated. Driest awarded a huge chance early and thus stood symbol of the missing gambling track of the Oilers in the past games.

Bad news was also available for the Driest team off the ice: Before the game, attacker Ryan McLeod was added to the COVID-19 protocol. Edmonton coach Dave Tippet did not participate in the game as a precaution.

Driest still believes in the title chance this season. Our team has improved continuously in recent years, in all areas, said the 26-year-old, There was nothing more beautiful than with this club, where I started from the beginning of my NHL career to games, the Stanley Cup fetch.

Victories for Support and Silk

The Ottawa Senators had previously recorded a ridge victory against the Florida Panthers and came to an 8: 2 thanks to a hit by Tim Support. For Support, it was the fourth goal this season for the senators who won in series for the second time.

After three defeats previously, Detroit Red Wings brought a victory again and defended her wildcard place for the play-offs. At 2: 1 against the New York Islanders, Moritz Silver prepared the leadership goal. He is already coming to 17 assists in this season. The home game of the Minnesota Wild against the Carolina Hurricanes had been canceled for guests because of many positive corporate tests.