Jay Woodcrofts Smart Lineup Change Last Night That Fans May Not Have Realized
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April 26, 2023 (11:29)
Edmonton Oilers head coach Jay Woodcroft made some bold lineup changes before last night's Game 5 against the LA Kings, and it paid off in a big way. With their season on the line, Woodcroft moved 6-foot-7 centerman Nick Bjugstad up to the Oilers' second line, which proved to be a smart move.
Bjugstad scored a deflection goal that gave the Oilers the lead in the game, and the team never looked back. Fans were pleased with this decision as it added some much-needed size and physicality to the Oilers' forward group.
This is a great example of a coach making strategic changes to improve the team's chances of success in a must-win game. With the Oilers leading the series 3-2, every move counts, and they will need to continue making smart decisions like this if they want to come out on top.
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