32 Thoughts: The Podcast The Oilers are Buzzin'
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May 7, 2025 The hosts celebrate the Edmonton Oilers' thrilling Game 1 win over the Golden Knights, highlighting their resilience even without McDavid and Dreisaitl. They discuss the intense drama between the Maple Leafs and Panthers, focusing on important plays and penalties. Anticipation builds for the Jets vs. Stars matchup. Exciting news about the Islanders' surprising leap in the draft lottery leads to a conversation about their GM search. The episode also touches on various team shakeups and the need for innovative presentation in sports.
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Oilers Thrive Without Star Players
- The Edmonton Oilers' biggest improvement is their performance without McDavid and Dreisaitl on the ice.
- They went from being outscored heavily to having a positive goal differential in the playoffs without their stars.
Sled Dog Speech Inspires Oilers
- Jason Campo, who played hockey and became a sled dog musher, gave a motivating speech to the Oilers.
- His story about dogs waiting for him after he fell off a sled inspired the team's comeback spirit.
Carolina's Dominance in Game 1
- Carolina Hurricanes dominated Washington by outshooting and outhitting them, which is unusual.
- Their patience and persistence led to a deserved overtime victory.