What advantages does the current roster have over the 16-17 Oilers, and what key components are they missing from that squad? Neither goalie is immensely reliable, and it’s quite apparent and obvious that the 16-17 Oilers hold the edge in goaltending. Woodcroft’s Oilers are slightly better on the PP, while the 16-17 Oilers are slightly better on the penalty kill. ConclusionHere’s how the 16-17 Oilers rank in regards to overall 5v5 play. The 2016-17 Oilers are better than the current roster when they were under Tippett, but I’d strongly argue that Woodcroft’s Oilers are superior to both.

Source: The Nation April 23, 2022 23:25 UTC