The Oilers and Maple Leafs used to be near the top of everyone’s all-Canadian dream Stanley Cup final.

These days, both will settle for just seeing their name among solid playoff positions. Toronto is two points out of a wildcard spot, Edmonton holding one in the West, but Chicago and Utah were threatening before each of the latter played Friday night.

So when Edmonton comes to town Saturday night, its much-hyped lone visit of the year, it’s less about Connor McDavid versus Auston Matthews than both captains’ clubs turning the corner.

The Oilers just got a shot of adrenalin via a couple of trades, the main move acquiring stopper Tristan Jarry from Pittsburgh for a player and draft package. Consistent goaltending was one area the Leafs could claim an advantage with Dennis Hildeby carry

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