With the first game five(!!) days away, we begin our in-depth preview of the qualifying round series between the Blackhawks and Oilers with a look at the forward matchups.
This series features a pair of forward groups that had very different regular season experiences. One produced plenty of shots, chances and attempts during five-on-five play but still surrendered more of those opportunities than they could muster. The other team didn’t fare well at all during even-strength play but was propped up by an unworldly power play.