The Edmonton Oilers will face off against the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday night in their final game of the regular season.
The Oilers are currently sitting in second place in the North Division with a record of 34-18-2, while the Avalanche hold the top spot in the West Division with a record of 36-13-4.
This will be the fourth and final meeting between the two teams this season, with the Oilers winning two of the previous three games.
The Oilers are coming off a 4-1 victory against the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night, with goals from Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Jesse Puljujarvi. McDavid, who leads the league in points with 102, is expected to continue his impressive performance in the final game of the regular season.
The Avalanche, on the other hand, are coming off a 4-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights on Monday night. However, they have been dominant throughout the season, with players like Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen leading the team in points.
Both teams have secured their spot in the playoffs, but this final game will determine their seeding. The Oilers have a chance to overtake the Toronto Maple Leafs for the top spot in the North Division, while the Avalanche are looking to maintain their lead in the West Division.
The Oilers will need to bring their A-game to defeat the Avalanche, who have been one of the top teams in the league this season. However, with McDavid and Draisaitl leading the way, the Oilers have proven to be a formidable opponent.
Fans can expect an intense and exciting game as both teams look to end the regular season on a high note. The puck drops at 7:00 PM MT at Rogers Place in Edmonton.
