The Edmonton Oilers Find Themselves at the Top of an Undesirable NHL Statistic
Despite their reputation as a youthful powerhouse, the Edmonton Oilers are surprising many by topping the league's age chart, as revealed by CapFriendly. With star players like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl in their late twenties, one might assume the Oilers skew younger, but the numbers tell a different story.
While McDavid and Draisaitl lead the charge, veterans like Corey Perry (38) and Derek Ryan (37) contribute significantly to the team's average age.
Ranking as the oldest team in the NHL may not be ideal, but with seasoned players adding playoff experience to the mix, it could work in the Oilers' favor. The hope is that this wealth of experience translates into consistent postseason success for the team.
Source: Oilersdaily
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