Why the Oilers’ path to a Stanley Cup Final has never been more obvious

EDMONTON — With the yet again , the path toward it has never looked clearer. Though there are slight imperfections with the roster, the Oilers are more primed than ever in the era to win the Stanley Cup this season. What’s as important is their side of the Western Conference bracket is filled with neophytes and/or underachievers in Vancouver, Nashville and Los Angeles — their first-round opponent yet again.

For as upsetting as losing to was last year, this wouldn’t be close. Not only are the Oilers battle-tested in the playoffs, but they’ve also been the best team in the since Kris Knoblauch replaced Jay Woodcroft behind the bench. The sample — 69 games — shows they’re plenty good enough. A little good fortune heading into the playoffs could — and should — serve them well. Let’s just say, April 18 became the best day of the year once again for the Oilers.

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