The Oilers are playing a very important game in Edmonton tonight. They will try to even up the Western Conference final before heading to Dallas. That's why they have made some big changes.
The Oilers' lineup will be different for this Game #4 against the Stars. Giant-sized defenseman Vincent Desharnais is being left out in favor of Swedish defenseman Philip Broberg.
Although the Québécois has performed well since the beginning of the playoffs, it doesn't seem to be enough in the eyes of his coach. The native of the Belle Province will also miss the game on his birthday. A regrettable and undeserved situation for the imposing defenseman.
Veteran Corey Perry will also be back in the Oilers' lineup. He hasn't played since Game 6 against the Canucks in the second round. However, the former Canadien was brought to Edmonton for these crucial playoff moments...
Big decisions. We'll see if they pay off for the Oilers and coach Kris Knoblauch.