Sam Gagner has been working hard to try and reestablish solid footing in the NHL during his second stint with the Edmonton Oilers. “Sam’s a smart guy, he understands the game and understands what his capabilities are,” said Oilers head coach Dave Tippett. Going in against the Canucks, Gagner had a goal and four points in 11 games with the Oilers. “Sam is a smart player, he understands the game, he understands different roles he’s thrown in,” Tippett said. But I think we’re looking forward to getting home.”With the home-and-home series, the road trip almost seems like a seven-game trip for Vancouver.

Source: National Post December 01, 2019 02:26 UTC