4. November 23 vs. Edmonton
The Edmonton Oilers have been a team reborn so far this year and the organization seems to be in a much better place under the steady guidance of General Manager Ken Holland and Head Coach Dave Tippett.
And, it helps of course when you can boast the best player in the NHL in Connor McDavid, who is of course continuing to do Connor McDavid things.
Both McDavid and teammate Leon Draisaitl are rapidly approaching the 30-point plateau already, which is utterly ridiculous, while James Neal has been a shrewd acquisition with the veteran forward having rediscovered his scoring touch.
On the other hand, Marc-Andre Fleury has been lights out for the Golden Knights this year and he could be only one of a few goalies in the NHL capable of at least slowing McDavid down.
The Oilers have flaws, like most teams, but they currently lead the Pacific Division and this year looks like the year they make it back to the postseason for the first time since 2017 and only the second time since 2006.
So, as a result, the matchup between the Golden Knights and the Edmonton Oilers at T-Mobile Arena on Nov, 23, will hold some actual meaning which will be a first for these two teams.
Why’s that? Well, for starters, the Oilers have absolutely stunk ever since the Knights entered the NHL in 2017 and, as such, games between the two franchises haven’t usually meant a great deal.
However, it will be different this time around given that Edmonton look to be the real deal and this Pacific Division matchup will hold extra meaning with the Oilers currently on top in the standings.
This will be uncharted territory for Vegas going up against an Oilers team who look like they can compete and, given their struggles in the defensive zone this year, they could find it tough going against McDavid and company.
But, whatever happens, it will just be fun to see the Knights pit their wits against an Edmonton team who actually have some hope of carving out a decent season this year.