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Edmonton Oilers lose ground in Western Conference arms race

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The Edmonton Oilers were left sitting in front of an empty plate on deadline day .

The Oilers missed on both of their most pressing needs: a second -line scoring winger and a right-shot defenceman.

They didn’t come away empty-handed — bottom six wingers Trent Frederic and Max Jones and depth defenceman Jake Walman bring important elements.

Edmonton ’s team save percentage this season is897 (22nd in the NHL ), which is a reflection on the goalies as well as the team in front of them.

Stuart Skinner has bounced back from bad stretches like this many times, which is both bad and good.

At his best he can take you to a Stanley Cup Final but a rough three -game stretch in the playoffs can derail your entire season.

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