Oilers host Kraken following Skinner's two-goal performance

The Edmonton Oilers will face off against the Seattle Kraken on Saturday night in Edmonton. The Oilers are looking to bounce back after a recent 4-3 overtime loss to the Winnipeg Jets. Jeff Skinner scored two goals in that game. Edmonton has a strong overall record of 40 wins and 24 losses. They have performed well in the Pacific Division with a record of 9 wins, 6 losses, and 1 overtime loss. The team has scored 224 goals this season and allowed 198, giving them a scoring differential of plus 26. In contrast, the Seattle Kraken hold a record of 30 wins, 35 losses, and 5 overtime losses. They have struggled in the Pacific Division, with only 8 wins and 9 losses. The Kraken have a record of 6 wins and 11 losses when their opponents take fewer penalties. This will be the third meeting between these two teams this season. The Oilers won the previous matchup 4-2. Key players include Leon Draisaitl for the Oilers, who has 49 goals and 52 assists, and Eeli Tolvanen for the Kraken, with 21 goals and 12 assists. In their last ten games, the Oilers have a record of 6 wins, 3 losses, and 1 overtime loss, while the Kraken have 5 wins, 4 losses, and 1 overtime loss. Both teams have no injuries listed, making for a potentially competitive game.