Will Evander Kane Push Oilers to Playoffs?

Edmonton Oilers are interested in signing Evander Kane. The team started the season with 16 wins in 21 games. They went 2-11-2 in 15 games from Dec. 3 to Jan. 20 and are now in a playoff spot.

Edmonton Oilers are interested in signing Evander Kane. The team started the season with 16 wins in 21 games and was atop the NHL standings. They went 2-11-2 in 15 games from Dec. 3 to Jan. 20 and are now in danger of missing the playoffs.

Evander Kane is a free agent after the San Jose Sharks terminated his contract on Jan. 9. He was suspended earlier this season for a COVID-19 protocol violation.

Evander Kane is a first-line winger who has scored 25 or more goals five times in his career. Alex Ovechkin is the only player in the league with more than 3.76 shots on goal per game. Kane has recorded more more hits than 100 times and has been a willing fighter. He has a terminated contract and a sinking reputation.

Evander Kane was traded to the Edmonton Oilers for a first-round pick. The team is expected to be a playoff team. The Oilers have Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, two of the top forwards in the league.

The Oilers are not sure if they can make the playoffs. The odds have moved from -164 to make it to -190. DraftKings Sportsbook is not quite as high on the Oilers as FanDuel Sports. The Pacific Division is very close between the Edmonton Oilers and the Los Angeles Kings. Edmonton has played 41 games, while the Kings have played five more games.

Edmonton is 4-0-1 in its last five games and has added Evander Kane. Their goalkeeping is still an issue, but their odds to make the playoffs are improving. Edmonton’s Stanley Cup odds are between +3000 and +4500.

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