If the Utah Mammoth weren't enough of a challenge for the surging Edmonton Oilers, they don't need to worry, because tougher teams are coming to town this week.
The Edmonton Oilers are preparing for their toughest week of the season so far, hosting three consecutive formidable opponents at home. Following a victory against the Utah Mammoth, Edmonton enters the stretch having suffered just one regulation loss. The challenging home stand features matchups against the Minnesota Wild on October 20, the Carolina Hurricanes on October 22, and the Toronto Maple Leafs on October 24.
Writer Sean Mallon argues that this upcoming slate serves as a true measuring stick for Edmonton's championship contender status. The Wild previously swept Edmonton last season and boast Kirill Kaprizov and Quinn Hughes, while Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard lead the league in forward and defenseman scoring respectively. The week concludes against the potent offenses of Carolina and Toronto.
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