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Since Jan. 1, the Edmonton Oilers have played about half a season (39 games). The team has seen some changes in that time on defence, and a few performances that have landed shy of expectations.

With their place in the standings all but secured, it’s time for the Edmonton Oilers to focus solely on the playoffs to try to correct what can only be described as a disappointing season to date.

That’s not a great way to be heading into Los Angeles for the biggest game of the regular season so far, but that’s the cold, harsh reality of the Edmonton Oilers situation right now.