The Edmonton Oilers are making their final preparations before their second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights.

Edmonton Oilers defenceman Ty Emberson has a unique role with the team this spring. A top option on the penalty kill, Emberson’s five-on-five ice time is about five minutes less than in the regular season.

The Oilers hit their stride with this configuration against L.A. It makes sense to stick with it. That said, Kris Knoblauch has frequently practiced one version of his lineup and played the other. So,