In preparation for the team’s nine-day break, Dylan Holloway has been tactically sent to Bakersfield after the Oilers’ thrilling 4-1 victory over Nashville on Saturday. This action is a part of the Oilers’ strategic plan to maximize their salary cap space while also giving the forward important ice time.
The Oilers are able to save about $9,000 a day because to Holloway’s waiver-exempt status, which is an important factor for a team that is getting close to the salary cap, particularly with the trade deadline fast approaching. It is crucial to make clear that this is not a demotion but rather an indication of the team’s pleasure with Holloway’s performance since his injury comeback. It is almost a given that he will rejoin the Oilers prior to their next game against Vegas, barring any unforeseen circumstances. Additionally, Holloway will remain in top form with Bakersfield thanks to this relocation.
Corey Perry, Ryan McLeod, and Holloway formed a line on Saturday, and the three of them had instant chemistry—a good sign considering Perry was playing in his first game wearing an Oilers uniform. “Confidence-wise, I feel pretty good right now and I just want to keep it going,” he recently stated.
The Oilers’ next game, against the Vegas Golden Knights, is set for February 6. Bakersfield will play three games in this span: on Wednesday, they will host the Tucson Roadrunners, then on Friday and Saturday of the following week, they will play the Texas Stars in a back-to-back series.
Since Holloway has lost some time, the Oilers’ desire to keep him involved and active is shown in this agreement. Though it’s terrible that he won’t be able to participate in the break and whatever other team members decide to do for the nine days, he will return in top form.
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