The NHL issued a statement following the win confirming the incoming matchups but also announcing the odds who had the Oilers as the preferred winners:
Things will be kicking off on Tuesday with the Canucks overlooked. Even though the Canucks held their division's first rank and went undefeated against the Oilers this season, they are still seen as the underdogs.
The Canucks will need every help they can get to shut down two of the NHL's very best players, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. It's safe to say that Arturs Silovs has secured the starting position until Thatcher Demko returns, but will it be enough?
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3 MAI | 1417 ANSWERS NHL makes an announcement on the Canucks and the second round Who's going to win the playoffs second round? | ||
Edmonton Oilers | 276 | 19.5 % |
Vancouver Canucks | 1141 | 80.5 % |
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