The Edmonton Oilers' playoff hopes took a devastating hit as they were thoroughly outplayed by the upstart Anaheim Ducks in a crucial showdown. The Oilers, who have been plagued by playoff fatigue this season, looked sluggish and disorganized as they fell to the Ducks, a team that has been surging in recent weeks. The Ducks' victory marked a major upset in the NHL playoff race, and raises serious questions about the Oilers' ability to make a deep postseason run. With their playoff spot now in jeopardy, the Oilers will need to regroup and refocus if they hope to salvage their season.


'Not good enough': Playoff-fatigued Oilers overwhelmed by upstart Ducks  Sportsnet