However, since coming to the Oilers, he has defied expectations. In his time with Edmonton, he has 27 goals and 41 points in 72 games. Maroon has become a top-six force known for his ability to score and work well on the top line. And, with 19 goals this season, he is second on the team in tallies, sitting behind Leon Draisaitl (20 goals).
There are a lot of reasons for his success and transition from an enforcer-type player into one of the Oilers’ top goal-scorers. Here is why Maroon is finding so much success.
Big Rig in the Paint
Looking at his play, Maroon scores plenty of his goals in the paint.