GDB 19.0: Oilers look to improve home record vs. Rangers (7 pm, SN+)

The Edmonton Oilers host the New York Rangers seeking to improve their mediocre home record. Edmonton enters the matchup with a 12-3-3 overall record but has managed only five wins in their first 10 home contests while giving up 36 goals on home ice. Head coach Mike Babcock and center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins emphasized the necessity of stronger, more consistent defensive play throughout 60 minutes.

Edmonton ranks second in the league in road goals against but sits 29th at home. Nugent-Hopkins will sport a bubble visor after sustaining a facial injury against Vancouver, while goaltender Devon Levi is slated to start. For New York, Dylan Garand starts in net as the team looks to build on a three-game winning streak.