Oilers Blank Penguins 4-0: Easy Victory

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Oilers Blank Penguins 4-0: Easy Victory, But Was It Really That Easy?

The Edmonton Oilers put on a show, blanking the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-0 in a game that looked dominant on paper. But, let's be honest, was it really that easy?

Sure, the Oilers scored four unanswered goals, with Connor McDavid leading the charge with a goal and two assists. Leon Draisaitl also chipped in with a goal, and the Oilers' defense was suffocating, holding the Penguins to just 22 shots.

But here's the thing: it wasn't all sunshine and roses for Edmonton. The Penguins, despite the scoreline, actually played a pretty decent game. Their offense just couldn't find a way to get past Mike Smith in the Oilers net.

Did the Penguins Really Go "Quietly" Into That Good Night?

The final score might not reflect it, but the Penguins were a little unlucky. Sidney Crosby hit the post twice and Evgeni Malkin had a few chances that just didn't go in. You can't help but think if just one of those goes in, the game feels a lot different.

The Oilers' Defense Was Tight, But Not Perfect

We mentioned the Oilers' defense was "suffocating" but let's be real, it wasn't all smooth sailing. The Penguins generated a few really good chances, and it was Smith's performance that truly shut the door.

It's a bit like watching a pitcher throw a perfect game: it looks easy on the surface, but the pitcher's got to be sharp, the defense has to be on their toes, and a little bit of luck needs to be on their side.

The bottom line? The Oilers deserved the win, no doubt. But let's not pretend it was a complete blowout. The Penguins, while they didn't get on the board, put up a good fight. And that's a good thing. It means the Oilers are going to have to keep playing their best to stay on top.