Edmonton Oilers Playoff Decision: Connor Brown Over Struggling Winger?
Oilers contemplate replacing struggling winger with Connor Brown for playoffs.
By the Numbers- Foegele had one goal and one assist in five playoff games.
- Foegele's ice time decreased in every game since Game 2.
- Connor Brown was signed as a top-six forward.
Some argue that Foegele's playoff experience and potential impact should not be overlooked despite recent struggles.
State of Play- Oilers have multiple options for lineup changes as they head into the next playoff round.
- The team's depth allows for flexibility in player selections based on performance.
Oilers may consider giving Connor Brown a chance in the playoffs to assess his postseason potential.
Bottom LineThe Oilers face a decision on whether to insert Connor Brown for a struggling Warren Foegele, leveraging their depth to optimize the lineup for playoff success.
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