Why the Pacific division is ripe for the Edmonton Oilers taking | A mushy middle to feast on

The Edmonton Oilers are gearing up for another deep run, but how does the rest of the Pacific Division stack up? Host Nick Zararis breaks down every team from the rebuilding Sharks and struggling Kraken, to the intriguing Ducks, Flames, Canucks, and perennial contenders like the Kings and Golden Knights. 🏒 Topics in this episode: Why the Sharks’ rebuild around Macklin Celebrini could pay off The Kraken’s lack of direction under Ron Francis Ducks’ young core led by Mason McTavish and what Joel Quenneville’s hire means Can the Canucks and Flames keep pace in a tough division? The Kings aging core vs. emerging talent like Quinton Byfield Why Vegas remains the biggest obstacle for the Oilers 0:00 Edmonton Oilers and Pacific Division preview 4:08 Sharks' prospects and veteran acquisitions 8:13 Kraken's lack of direction and identity 12:18 Ducks' potential progress under new coach 15:52 Flames' transition and goaltending situation22:01 Kings' aging core and playoff struggles 26:07 Golden Knights' strengths and scoring needs Why the Pacific division is ripe for the Edmonton Oilers taking | A mushy middle to feast on 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/lockedon right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins. 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) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOOilers?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL #NHL #Oilers #EdmontonOilers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.