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In the 1987-88 season, the Edmonton Oilers continued their storied tradition in the National Hockey League (NHL), marking their ninth season as a franchise. The Oilers finished the regular season with a solid record of 44 wins, 25 losses, and 11 ties, accumulating 99 points to secure the second-place finish in the NHL Smythe Division.
Their performance in the postseason was nothing short of spectacular. The Oilers advanced to the NHL Conference Finals, where they faced the Detroit Red Wings. In a best-of-seven series, the Oilers showcased their dominance, defeating the Red Wings with a 4-1 series win.
The Oilers' journey to the Stanley Cup Final was a short one, as they faced the Boston Bruins in a four-game sweep. The Oilers' overwhelming victory in the final, with a 4-0 series win, was a testament to their strength and skill throughout the season.
Despite finishing second in their division during the regular season, the Edmonton Oilers' run to the Stanley Cup Final and their sweep of the Bruins demonstrated their ability to rise to the occasion in the playoffs. The 1987-88 season was another successful chapter in the Oilers' history, celebrated for their excellence on the ice.