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Oilers secure 3-1 victory over Kraken with strong defensive effort

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 4:14 AM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Oilers secure 3-1 victory over Kraken with strong defensive effort

Summary

The Edmonton Oilers achieved a 3-1 win against the Seattle Kraken on October 4, 2026. Coach Mike Babcock praised the team's improved defensive structure, which limited the Kraken to just 20 shots on goal. Devon Levi made numerous key saves, helping the Oilers recover from earlier games this season characterized by high scoring. Leon Draisaitl noted the importance of this low-event game and the positive strides made in adhering to a disciplined style. Edmonton will now embark on a road trip to California, hoping to maintain this level of play despite several key injuries.

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By the Numbers

•Oilers allowed only 20 shots against Seattle in the win.
•Devon Levi had a critical game-saving stop on a potential goal.
•Key players missing include Zach Hyman and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins.
•Owen Michaels scored his second goal of the season.
•Edmonton begins a road trip in California next.

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4:14 AMYahoo Sports — “We Didn’t Give Up a Touchdown”: Babcock Seeing Progress As Oilers Beat Kraken

What they're saying

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Edmonton stifled Seattle with a disciplined defensive structure, limiting shots and high-danger chances as Devon Levi stood tall to help the Oilers embrace a gritty, low-event win. It was the farthest thing from the first two games of the season against Vancouver.
— Yahoo Sports

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