Oilers Lose to Sharks, Need Defensive Boost

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NHL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The Edmonton Oilers lost 5-4 to the San Jose Sharks on Saturday, February 28th, snapping their 7-game winning streak against San Jose. Nine different players scored in the game, with the sharks getting goals from McLean Celebrini, Michael Misa, Barclay Goodrow, Alexander Weinberg, and Shakir McComadulin while Leon Drysidal, Evan Bouchard, Trent Frederick, and Jake Walman, replied for Edmonton. The Oilers had a rough first period, falling behind 3-1 after sloppy play, and turnovers left him outshot 14-9. Goaltender Conner Ingram struggled early with mental errors, like losing his stick at a bad time, though he made some key say's later. Fans and analysts called this a frustrating defeat against a divisional rival, highlighting defensive issues from Darnell Nurse and Jake Walman, who led an ice time but made too many mistakes.

1:00The team needs a better rice shot defenseman before the trade deadline to shore up that pairing. On a brighter note, young forward Matt Savoy keeps producing with 6 points on the California road trip and smart plays on the penalty kill. Trent Frederick also broke a 35-game goal drought, showing physicality and finishing a nice pass from Savoah. The Oilers mounted a comeback in the third, tying the game twice, but the sharks answered each time, and a lay power play chance went for nothing. They won just 1-3 on the trip, putting pressure on them in the type-acific division race. D&N is sponsored by our partner. Check out the episode description. Headphones and a pillow, simple idea, surprisingly addictive, S-O-L-I-SOLI-PILLOW.com.