Oilers 'feeling great right now' heading into showdown with Golden Knights The Edmonton Oilers are entering their final regular-season matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights with momentum on their side, aiming for their sixth consecutive win as they vie for the Pacific Division title. The Oilers, who have been locked in a three-team battle with the Golden Knights and Anaheim Ducks, are set to face Vegas at Rogers Place on Saturday night, a game that carries significant playoff implications. Forward Kasperi Kapanen, who scored the overtime goal that eliminated the Golden Knights from the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, expressed excitement about the potential rematch, though he emphasized that the outcome will depend on the team’s performance. Kapanen, who retained the stick used to score his iconic goal against Vegas, reflected on the emotional weight of the moment. “It was a big goal and just to celebrate with the guys and enjoy that, just thinking of that whole playoff run last year, it does bring good memories,” he said after an optional practice. “So hopefully, I can score another this year too.” The Oilers’ current form, bolstered by a five-game winning streak, has positioned them as a serious contender in the Pacific race, though they remain in a tight three-way tie with the Ducks and Golden Knights. The Oilers’ pursuit of the division title has been complicated by injuries and roster adjustments. Star forward Leon Draisaitl, a key player in their offensive attack, is sidelined for the remainder of the regular season after sustaining a lower-body injury on March 15. Despite his absence, the team has managed to maintain its competitive edge, with players stepping up to fill the void.#connor_mcDavid #edmonton_oilers #leon_draisaitl #vegas_golden_knights #kasperi_kapanen
