Sat Nov 30 04:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Oilers Embark on Road Trip, Facing Utah in Historic Matchup

**SALT LAKE CITY, UT** – The Edmonton Oilers begin a three-game road trip Friday night with a historic matchup against the Utah Hockey Club at the Delta Center. This marks the Oilers’ first-ever game against the Utah franchise, a team featuring many former Arizona Coyotes players. The game will be broadcast on Sportsnet at 7:00 MT.

Coming off a five-day break and a recent 6-2 victory over the Rangers, the Oilers are looking to build momentum. Connor McDavid continues his strong performance, while Vasily Podkolzin scored his first goal in an Oilers uniform. The team also saw the return of Darnell Nurse from injury, and their penalty kill remains strong.

While star player Leon Draisaitl is on a near 60-goal pace, the team is also dealing with injuries. Zach Hyman, who is traveling with the team, is working his way back from an undisclosed injury and hopes to return during the road trip. His absence has impacted the team’s power play, though veteran Corey Perry has stepped up to fill the void.

Despite trailing the Vegas Golden Knights in the Pacific Division standings, the Oilers are confident. They believe consistency is key, and their strong defensive play and improved special teams offer hope for a successful road trip. The team aims to string together consecutive wins to improve their position in the standings.

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