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Protecting the Stars on Penalty Kill | NHL News
The Oilers must rethink how they deploy McDavid and Draisaitl on the penalty kill—cutting their minutes to preserve health and maximize playoff readiness. Instead of routine shorthanded shifts, save them for high-impact moments like late-game kills or crucial faceoffs, letting depth players handle the grind. With D.J. Smith’s defensive pedigree and a roster full of capable options, the team can build a reliable penalty kill without overworking its stars—potentially saving over 100 minutes of ice time and keeping McDavid and Draisaitl sharp for when it matters most. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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