Oilers' Stanley Cup Hopes Rest on Nurse and Ceci's Shoulders - The Hockey Writers Edmonton Oilers Latest News, Analysis & More

There has been much debate regarding the play of Darnell Nurse and Cody Ceci this season. The Edmonton Oilers have had relatively consistent success with their other two defensive pairs, but Nurse and Ceci have been boom or bust over various stretches. This duo is back for another playoff run, and if the Oilers want to win the Stanley Cup, they will need both players to be at their best. Since 2021-22, the Oilers have a 5-on-5 goal share (GF%) of 51.36 when they are on the ice together.