Edmonton Oilers 2021-22: A Season in Review

Second Place in the Pacific Division

Despite a strong regular season performance, the Edmonton Oilers finished second in the NHL's Pacific Division with a record of 49-27-6. The Oilers finished with 104 points, just a few points behind the division-leading Calgary Flames. Nevertheless, their second-place finish secured them a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Top Performers

Connor McDavid continued his dominance on the ice, leading the Oilers in scoring with 115 points (44 goals, 71 assists). Leon Draisaitl also had an impressive season, finishing with 102 points (55 goals, 47 assists). Other notable performers included Zach Hyman (57 points) and Evan Bouchard (69 points).

Playoff Journey

In the first round of the playoffs, the Oilers faced the Los Angeles Kings. After a hard-fought series, the Oilers emerged victorious with a 4-3 series win. However, their playoff run came to an end in the second round when they were defeated by the Colorado Avalanche in five games.

Summary

The Edmonton Oilers' 2021-22 season was a tale of both success and missed opportunities. Despite a strong regular season performance, they were unable to advance past the second round of the playoffs. The team will look to build upon their successes next season and make a run for the Stanley Cup.