The Oilers came into this game on a 5-game losing streak with zero wins in 2022 so they obviously were desperate. Both Connor McDavid and Tim Stützle were returning from their COVID-19 protocol absences so the best of both teams were all present.
Stuart Skinner was called upon by a desperate Oilers team who were looking at the young goalie to bring some spark to a team that is going through a terrible slump.
The first period was quick paced with more than a few chances including Connor McDavid being all alone in front of the net more than a few times but Matt Murray was in full focus mode.