Edmonton Oilers Playoff Scenarios: Who Will They Play In Round 1?

The Edmonton Oilers have one game left, but their first-round opponent is still a mystery. On today’s Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis breaks down the four potential paths for Edmonton as they look to secure the Pacific Division and a favorable start to the postseason. We dive deep into the LA Kings, a defense-first team that seems to be limping across the finish line despite a dangerous top line featuring Artemi Panarin and Anze Kopitar. Then, we pivot to the Anaheim Ducks—a volatile, young squad that takes a massive amount of penalties, offering a golden opportunity for the Oilers' league-leading power play. Finally, we discuss the "worst-case scenario"—falling into a wildcard spot and facing the Colorado Avalanche and why the health of Leon Draisaitl and Zach Hyman remains the biggest X-factor for this roster 04:24 Panarin's playoff performance challenges 09:40 Indeed job sponsor credit promo 11:19 Discussing Oilers playoff scenarios 14:52 Oilers penalty struggles and Ducks dynamics 20:07 Playoff scenarios and probabilities 23:24 Concerns about playoff scheduling 24:59 Evaluating team performances and strategies 27:49 Discussing playoff bracket strategies Edmonton Oilers Playoff Scenarios: Who Will They Play In Round 1? Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonoilers.supercast.com Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join athttp://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON     FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.