Edmonton Oilers Suffer Crushing 0-6 Defeat Against Winnipeg Jets in NHL Opener

Leon Draisaitl and his team face an unexpected setback at the start of their NHL season, aiming to rebound after last year's near-miss for the Stanley Cup.

• The Edmonton Oilers, led by Leon Draisaitl, began the NHL season with a heavy 0-6 loss to the Winnipeg Jets.
• Draisaitl, who recently signed a record-breaking contract, acknowledged the team's errors that led to the defeat.
• Last season, the Oilers narrowly missed winning the Stanley Cup, losing in the finals to the Florida Panthers.
• The team aims to overcome its salary cap challenges, having invested in older players to bolster their roster.
• Despite the poor start, the Oilers have 81 more games to secure a playoff position and pursue their championship ambitions.

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