Noah Philp making a strong case to crack the team
Oilers prospect Noah Philp has emerged as a standout players for the team during this years preseason campaign.
During the Oilers preseason showdown against the Seattle Kraken, Noah Philp has been impressing coaches and fans alike one again. On this gravy feed for Mattias Ekholm, Philp demonstrated some natural ability to finish, scoring a subtle beauty to tie the game up 2-2
As per the Hockey News, Elsewhere on the lineup, former University of Alberta Golden Bears. Ryan and Philp both stood out on both ends of the ice. Both scored as they fight for the last two forward spots on the Oilers roster.
For a career AHLer fighting for a depth role, Philp sure showed some offensive juice on taht goal from Ekholm, beating an NHL defender in Ryker Evans to the net before undressing Philipp Grubauer to tie the game in the first period.
As per Liam McCormick from Oilers Daily, Philp's one year hiatus shocked many throughout the organization and the fan base as he was one of the highest scoring and point getters for the Bakersfield condors. He explained that it was a gut decision that led him to this leave and after a year feels it was the right one.
"It feels fresh to me and it feels really great to be back."
With the preseason now reaching it's midway point, Philp has emerged as a surprise candidate making a name for himself. Even though he might not make the team, he has earned himself some significant consideration for a midseason call up.
source: Oilers Daily
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