Why the Edmonton Oilers’ five-on-five scoring spike is a welcome turn
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Why the Edmonton Oilers’ five-on-five scoring spike is a welcome turn

New York Times  

On Saturday afternoon at Rogers Place, Edmonton Oilers centre Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored twice at five-on-five to lead his team to victory. He’s one of several forwards who have increased their individual scoring at five-on-five over the last 20 games and the spike in scoring has the team enjoying impressive outscoring numbers in the game state. Timeline GF-60 Goal Pct First 29 GP 2.29 51 Last 20 GP 2.84 55 Overall 2.66 54 All numbers five-on-five, via Natural Stat Trick The improvement in scoring at five-on-five represents a major positive shift for the Oilers in 2024-25. Let’s run the splits for McDavid with and without Draisaitl: Timeline First 29GP Last 20 GP 97 & 29 5.02 5.53 McDavid solo 3.09 2.24 Draisaitl solo 2.16 2.7 w/o 97 & 29 1.74 2.8 All numbers five-on-five, via Natural Stat Trick The last 20 games show quality across the roster. Here are the lines, using centres as a proxy: Line Goal Pct Goal Pct 97 and 29 65 70 Connor McDavid 50 47 Leon Draisaitl 56 56 Adam Henrique 50 53 Ryan Nugent-Hopkins 70 50 Derek Ryan 50 35 Overall 56 54 All numbers five-on-five, via Natural Stat Trick This edition of the Oilers is balanced, with the fourth line sputtering early and then recovering.

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Hyman has 2 goals and assist, Pickard stops 29 shots as Oilers beat Utah 7-1
6 days, 10 hours ago

Hyman has 2 goals and assist, Pickard stops 29 shots as Oilers beat Utah 7-1

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Zach Hyman had two goals and an assist and Calvin Pickard stopped 29 shots as the Edmonton Oilers beat the Utah Hockey Club 7-1 on Tuesday night. Draisaitl was the fourth player in Oilers franchise history player with a point streak of at least 18 games, and ended up tied for the fourth longest streak in NHL …

Oilers visit the Rangers after Draisaitl’s 2-goal showing
1 week, 2 days ago

Oilers visit the Rangers after Draisaitl’s 2-goal showing

Associated Press  

Edmonton Oilers vs. New York Rangers New York; Sunday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Oilers -144, Rangers +121; over/under is 6.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Edmonton Oilers visit the New York Rangers after Leon Draisaitl scored two goals in the Oilers’ 2-1 overtime win over the New York Islanders. The Oilers have a +19 scoring differential, with 211 total goals …

Draisaitl scores on breakaway in OT to lift Oilers to 2-1 win over Islanders
1 week, 3 days ago

Draisaitl scores on breakaway in OT to lift Oilers to 2-1 win over Islanders

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Leon Draisaitl scored his second goal of the night on a breakaway 3:52 into overtime, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the New York Islanders 2-1 on Friday night. The Oilers outshot the Islanders 17-6 in a scoreless first period, and Draisaitl got them on the scoreboard with a slap shot from the top of the left circle …

Evan Bouchard scores late in OT to lift the Oilers past the Canadiens, 3-2
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Evan Bouchard scores late in OT to lift the Oilers past the Canadiens, 3-2

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Evan Bouchard scored off Connor McDavid’s nifty centering pass after McDavid circled the Montreal zone late in overtime to the give the Edmonton Oilers a 3-2 victory over the Canadiens on Thursday night. Leon Draisaitl scored his NHL-leading 46th goal and assisted on Bouchard’s goal. Key moment After a scoreless third period, Edmonton put the game away …

McDavid, Perry lead Oilers to 4-2 win over Kraken
1 month, 3 weeks ago

McDavid, Perry lead Oilers to 4-2 win over Kraken

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Connor McDavid and Corey Perry scored in the second period and the Edmonton Oilers rallied to beat the Seattle Kraken 4-2 on Monday night for their third straight win. Oilers: Edmonton tied the score 1-1 with 5:33 remaining in the opening period as Connor Brown took a bad-angle shot from the boards that caromed off teammate Janmark …

Five keys that define the Edmonton Oilers defence this season
2 months ago

Five keys that define the Edmonton Oilers defence this season

New York Times  

Since arriving as Edmonton Oilers head coach, Kris Knoblauch has gained a reputation for successful roster tweaks. Five-man unit at five-on-five The Oilers were running Connor McDavid’s line with the defensive tandem of Mattias Ekholm and Evan Bouchard before Knoblauch was hired, but the early portion of the 2023-24 season involved injured players getting into NHL shape. The five-man unit …

Connor McDavid takes step up Oilers' record book in win over Wild
2 months, 1 week ago

Connor McDavid takes step up Oilers' record book in win over Wild

Hindustan Times  

Connor McDavid had two goals and an assist and climbed into sole possession of second place on Edmonton's all-time points list, and the Oilers pulled away for a 5-3 win over the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday night in Saint Paul, Minn. HT Image McDavid's final goal gave him 1,044 career points, which moved him past Jari Kurri for the No. …

McDavid scores twice, Oilers beat Wild 5-3 for seventh win in eight games
2 months, 1 week ago

McDavid scores twice, Oilers beat Wild 5-3 for seventh win in eight games

Associated Press  

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Vasily Podkolzin scored the tiebreaking goal early in the third period, Connor McDavid had two goals and an assist, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Minnesota Wild 5-3 on Wednesday for their seventh win in eight games. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins also had a goal and assist, and Zach Hyman started Edmonton’s comeback from a 2-0 deficit with …

Adam Henrique scores 2, Connor McDavid has power-play goal as Oilers blank Bruins 4-0
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Adam Henrique scores 2, Connor McDavid has power-play goal as Oilers blank Bruins 4-0

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Adam Henrique scored two goals and Connor McDavid scored on a power play midway through the second period as the Edmonton Oilers won their fourth straight game, 4-0 over the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night. It was the Bruins’ fifth straight loss, their worst stretch since interim coach Joe Sacco took over for the fired Jim Montgomery on …

Oilers use fast start to beat the Kraken 4-2 for their 3rd straight victory
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Oilers use fast start to beat the Kraken 4-2 for their 3rd straight victory

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Vasily Podkolzin and Jeff Skinner scored in the first 5 1/2 minutes and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Seattle Kraken 4-2 on Saturday night for their third straight victory. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Leon Draisaitl also scored, with Draisaitl wrapping it up with an empty-netter with 1:58 left — just six seconds after the Kraken pulled goalie Philipp Grubauer …

Draisaitl scores late as Oilers beat Ducks 3-2 for 2nd straight win
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Draisaitl scores late as Oilers beat Ducks 3-2 for 2nd straight win

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Leon Draisaitl scored the tiebreaking goal late in the third period and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Friday night for their second straight win. Darnell Nurse had a goal and an assist, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins also scored and Stuart Skinner stopped 27 shots as the Oilers won for the 10th time in 13 games. …

Nugent-Hopkins scores decisive goal, McDavid and Brown gets 2 assists each and Oilers top Utah 4-1
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Nugent-Hopkins scores decisive goal, McDavid and Brown gets 2 assists each and Oilers top Utah 4-1

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored the go-ahead goal early in the second period, Connor McDavid and Connor Brown each had a pair of assists, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Utah Hockey Club 4-1 on Tuesday night. Takeaways Utah: Logan Cooley picked up an assist to give him points in eight of his last nine games and 15 of …

How will the Edmonton Oilers’ plethora of skill wingers shake out this season?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

How will the Edmonton Oilers’ plethora of skill wingers shake out this season?

New York Times  

During the 2023-24 season, the Edmonton Oilers deployed four men who delivered over 0.80 points per game including even strength, power play and short-handed points. Podkolzin and Draisaitl have played 292 minutes together, with a 63 percent shot share, 61 percent goal share and a 62 percent expected goal share. Podkolzin and Draisaitl score 2.88 goals per 60, and at …

Oilers bring win streak into matchup with the Panthers
3 months, 1 week ago

Oilers bring win streak into matchup with the Panthers

Associated Press  

Florida Panthers vs. Edmonton Oilers Edmonton, Alberta; Monday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Edmonton Oilers seek to continue a five-game win streak with a victory over the Florida Panthers. Aleksander Barkov Jr. has scored five goals and added five assists over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Oilers: 8-2-0, averaging 4.2 goals, 7.1 assists, 2.4 penalties and 5.4 …

Leon Draisaitl's 4-point night paces Oilers' blowout of Wild
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3 months, 1 week ago

Leon Draisaitl's 4-point night paces Oilers' blowout of Wild

Hindustan Times  

Leon Draisaitl had a four-point night with one goal and three assists, and the Edmonton Oilers cruised to a 7-1 win over the Minnesota Wild on Thursday night in Saint Paul, Minn. HT Image Six other players scored for Edmonton, which won its fourth consecutive game. Connor Brown had a goal and an assist, and Connor McDavid, Darnell Nurse, Evan …

Draisaitl sparks Oilers with NHL-leading 21st goal and 3 assists in 7-1 win over Wild
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3 months, 1 week ago

Draisaitl sparks Oilers with NHL-leading 21st goal and 3 assists in 7-1 win over Wild

Associated Press  

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Leon Draisaitl scored his NHL -leading 21st goal and had three assists, sending the Edmonton Oilers past the Minnesota Wild 7-1 on Thursday night for their fourth straight victory. Zach Hyman, Kasperi Kapanen, Connor Brown, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Troy Stecher and Derek Ryan also scored for the Oilers, who stopped a six-game losing streak at Minnesota that …

Is the Edmonton Oilers’ 2024-25 goaltending crisis over?
3 months, 1 week ago

Is the Edmonton Oilers’ 2024-25 goaltending crisis over?

New York Times  

If you conduct an internet search for “Edmonton Oilers goalie” in October of any recent season, the headlines and fan reaction will be almost universally negative. Category 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 SA-60 31.7 27.7 25.5 League Rank 23 8 5 HDSCA-60 11.35 10.1 8.9 League Rank 14 4 4 XGA-60 2.76 2.43 2.31 League Rank 25 7 8 All numbers five-on-five, …

Oilers take win streak into game against the Wild
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Oilers take win streak into game against the Wild

Associated Press  

Edmonton Oilers vs. Minnesota Wild Saint Paul, Minnesota; Thursday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Edmonton Oilers seek to continue a three-game win streak with a victory over the Minnesota Wild. The Wild have a 9-1-2 record in games they score one or more power-play goals. LAST 10 GAMES: Wild: 7-2-1, averaging 2.9 goals, 4.3 assists, 3.1 penalties and 7.1 …

Oilers extend their winning streak to 3 games with a 2-1 win over the Lightning
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Oilers extend their winning streak to 3 games with a 2-1 win over the Lightning

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Leon Draisaitl had a goal and an assist and the Edmonton Oilers won their third straight game, beating the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 on Tuesday night. Takeaways Lightning: Brayden Point’s second period assist gave him nine points in his last three games, after consecutive four-point games coming into the contest. Key moment Edmonton took a 2-1 lead …

Lightning visit the Oilers after Point’s 2-goal game
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lightning visit the Oilers after Point’s 2-goal game

Associated Press  

Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Edmonton Oilers Edmonton, Alberta; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Tampa Bay Lightning visit the Edmonton Oilers after Brayden Point’s two-goal game against the Vancouver Canucks in the Lightning’s 4-2 win. Leon Draisaitl has seven goals and seven assists over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Oilers: 6-3-1, averaging 3.5 goals, six assists, 2.8 …

McDavid has goal and assist as Oilers beat Blues 4-2
3 months, 2 weeks ago

McDavid has goal and assist as Oilers beat Blues 4-2

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist and the Edmonton Oilers beat the St. Louis Blues 4-2 on Saturday night for their second straight win. Corey Perry, Zach Hyman and Troy Stecher also scored, and Leon Draisaitl had two assists for the Oilers, who have won five of their last six. Takeaways Blues: Defenseman Philip Broberg …

Draisaitl scores twice and McDavid has 4 assists as Oilers beat Blue Jackets 6-3
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Draisaitl scores twice and McDavid has 4 assists as Oilers beat Blue Jackets 6-3

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Leon Draisaitl and Zach Hyman each scored twice and Connor McDavid had four assists as the Edmonton Oilers rolled to a 6-3 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night. Draisaitl moved into a tie for the NHL lead with 19 goals, while McDavid became the third player in Edmonton history with 10 career four-assist games, …

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scores in OT to lift Oilers to 4-3 win over Utah
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scores in OT to lift Oilers to 4-3 win over Utah

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored 1:18 into overtime and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Utah Hockey Club 4-3 on Friday night. Podkolzin blasted the puck from 30 feet out to put Edmonton on board midway through the second, before Draisaitl and McDavid scored on power play goals 2 1/2 minutes apart to put the Oilers up 3-2 with …

McDavid has 2 goals and assist as Oilers beat Rangers 6-2
4 months ago

McDavid has 2 goals and assist as Oilers beat Rangers 6-2

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Connor McDavid had two goals and an assist as the Edmonton Oilers beat the New York Rangers 6-2 on Saturday night. Leon Draisaitl and Evan Bouchard each had a goal and an assist, and Vasily Podkolzin and Darnell Nurse also scored to help the Oilers win for the second time in five games after a three-game win …

McDavid has 2 goals and an assist to lead the Oilers to a 5-2 win over the Senators
4 months ago

McDavid has 2 goals and an assist to lead the Oilers to a 5-2 win over the Senators

Associated Press  

OTTAWA, Ontario — Connor McDavid had two goals and an assist to lead the Edmonton Oilers to a 5-2 win over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night. Evan Bouchard, Leon Draisaitl and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins also scored for the Oilers, who were coming off a 3-0 loss in Montreal on Monday. Stutzle tied it 1-1 late in the period with his …

Draisaitl scores in OT, McDavid closes in on 1,000 career points in Oilers’ 4-3 win over Islanders
4 months, 1 week ago

Draisaitl scores in OT, McDavid closes in on 1,000 career points in Oilers’ 4-3 win over Islanders

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Leon Draisaitl had two goals, including the overtime winner, and Connor McDavid had a goal and three assists to move one point shy of 1,000 for his career as the Edmonton Oilers beat the New York Islanders 4-3 on Tuesday night. McDavid, who has seven points in his last two games, fed the puck to Draisaitl who …

Draisaitl's Double Play Leads Oilers to Victory Over Predators
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Draisaitl's Double Play Leads Oilers to Victory Over Predators

Associated Press  

The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Nashville Predators 5-1 in their first game since Connor McDavid's injury. Leon Draisaitl scored two goals and assisted another to lead the Oilers to victory. The Oilers dominated the game's first shift and scored three shots on goal in the first 37 seconds. The Predators struggled to find scoring despite scoring five goals in their …

Oilers Surge Past Flyers in Thrilling OT Win
5 months, 1 week ago

Oilers Surge Past Flyers in Thrilling OT Win

Associated Press  

The Edmonton Oilers secured their first win of the season with a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. Leon Draisaitl scored the game-winning goal in overtime, giving the Oilers the victory they desperately needed. The Oilers dominated the game, outshooting the Flyers 38-22 and holding a significant lead for most of the contest. The win snapped a three-game losing skid …

Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers open camp with high expectations
6 months ago

Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers open camp with high expectations

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — The Edmonton Oilers opened camp Wednesday with the news that veteran forward Evander Kane will miss the start of the upcoming season because of surgery needed for hernias, abdominal tears and other injuries. New general manager Stan Bowman confirmed surgery was necessary for Kane, who had 44 points in 77 games during the last regular season while …

Oilers coach: stars McDavid, Draisaitl played through injuries in playoffs
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Oilers coach: stars McDavid, Draisaitl played through injuries in playoffs

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch said on Wednesday that some of the team’s top stars were playing through injuries during their Stanley Cup playoff run. But I’m very proud of what we’ve been through this year.” Knoblauch said Draisaitl had injuries that left the staff questioning whether he could play, while forward Evander Kane had a sports …

Connor McDavid and the Oilers can make history in Stanley Cup Final Game 7 against the Panthers
9 months ago

Connor McDavid and the Oilers can make history in Stanley Cup Final Game 7 against the Panthers

Associated Press  

SUNRISE, Fla. — Connor McDavid admired and looked up to Sidney Crosby as the kind of player he wanted to become one day. “It’s not your ordinary game, everybody understands that, but you’ve got to make it as ordinary as possible in your head,” McDavid said after practice Sunday, the Oilers’ final one of the season. “Our room has done …

McDavid magic has kept the Stanley Cup Final going. Game 6 is the Oilers captain’s next trick
9 months ago

McDavid magic has kept the Stanley Cup Final going. Game 6 is the Oilers captain’s next trick

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Connor McDavid was surrounded by greatness. “He’s a reckless skilled player, which a very unique quality,” Hall of Famer Ken Hitchcock, who coached McDavid in 2018-19, told The Associated Press by phone. “Here’s what happens: You get really good players, like Connor McDavid, and they get a block of time where they don’t score and there seems …

Connor McDavid, by the numbers, and the historical significance of his 2024 playoff run
9 months ago

Connor McDavid, by the numbers, and the historical significance of his 2024 playoff run

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid is having one of the most productive postseasons in NHL history. Montreal’s Newsy Lalonde is the only other player with such a streak, sort of: He had three points in three consecutive final games spanning the 1918 and 1919 seasons. Most points, 2-game span Not only is McDavid the first with back-to-back …

McDavid and the Oilers drag Panthers back to Edmonton for a Stanley Cup Final Game 6
9 months ago

McDavid and the Oilers drag Panthers back to Edmonton for a Stanley Cup Final Game 6

Associated Press  

Connor McDavid wanted the Edmonton Oilers to drag the Florida Panthers back to Alberta, then he did everything in his power to make that happen. McDavid scored twice, including the empty-netter to seal it, and set up two goals to keep the Stanley Cup Final going with a 5-3 victory in Game 5 Tuesday night — avoiding elimination and sending …

Connor McDavid led the Oilers to the Stanley Cup Final. They need even more from him to stay alive
9 months, 1 week ago

Connor McDavid led the Oilers to the Stanley Cup Final. They need even more from him to stay alive

Associated Press  

Connor McDavid led the Edmonton Oilers out of a horrendous start, all the way to the playoffs and into the Stanley Cup Final. He sticks up for his teammates and he’s not afraid to get into a scrum.” The 27-year-old McDavid called it just a chance to “do my part.” He has done more than his part to get Edmonton …

Why the Oilers should be optimistic about their Stanley Cup aspirations
9 months, 1 week ago

Why the Oilers should be optimistic about their Stanley Cup aspirations

New York Times  

There’s an air of confidence within the Edmonton Oilers after demolishing the Florida Panthers 8-1 on Saturday to secure their first win of the Stanley Cup Final. “Doesn’t matter if you score eight or you score one — it’s just one win.” The Oilers still have their work cut out for them as the series shifts to South Florida for …

Scoring from unlikely sources helps the Oilers stay alive in the Stanley Cup Final
9 months, 1 week ago

Scoring from unlikely sources helps the Oilers stay alive in the Stanley Cup Final

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — After having a total of four goals through the first three games of the Stanley Cup Final, the Edmonton Oilers broke out in a big way with offense coming from some unlikely sources to avoid being swept by the Florida Panthers. “To win, you need everybody,” said winger Connor Brown, who set up Janmark’s goal on a …

Oilers’ high-powered offense held in check again, and they head home in 0-2 series hole in Cup final
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Oilers’ high-powered offense held in check again, and they head home in 0-2 series hole in Cup final

Associated Press  

SUNRISE, Fla. — The Edmonton Oilers left Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final feeling pretty good. The Oilers weren’t shutout Monday night, but the result was the same — another loss, this one putting Edmonton in an 0-2 hole as the series shifts to Canada. So I don’t want to get too caught up in we’re down two-nothing.” One …

McDavid, Draisaitl and the Oilers hope to avoid Stanley Cup Final frustration
9 months, 2 weeks ago

McDavid, Draisaitl and the Oilers hope to avoid Stanley Cup Final frustration

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Leon Draisaitl is nothing if not self-aware. Before the Stanley Cup Final, the versatile Edmonton Oilers forward acknowledged he’s a good hockey player and has a special skillset that makes him that way. “He’s a good goalie, and he’s going to make some big-time saves — and knowing that is important.” Knowledge is power, but that …

Stars and Oilers tied 2-2 heading to game 5
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Stars and Oilers tied 2-2 heading to game 5

Associated Press  

Edmonton Oilers vs. Dallas Stars Dallas; Friday, 8:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Stars -131, Oilers +110; over/under is 6 STANLEY CUP SEMIFINALS: Series tied 2-2 BOTTOM LINE: The Edmonton Oilers visit the Dallas Stars for game five of the third round of the NHL Playoffs with the series tied 2-2. The Stars have a 54-10-6 record in games they …

Oilers beat Canucks 3-2 in Game 7 to advance to Western Conference final
10 months ago

Oilers beat Canucks 3-2 in Game 7 to advance to Western Conference final

Associated Press  

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — The Edmonton Oilers are showing they have more scoring options than just Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had a goal and an assist as Edmonton scored three times in the second period and held on to beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 in Game 7 on Monday night to advance to the Western Conference final. …

Oilers beat Canucks 5-1 to force deciding Game 7 in second-round series
10 months ago

Oilers beat Canucks 5-1 to force deciding Game 7 in second-round series

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — The Edmonton Oilers weren’t ready to have their season end. Evan Bouchard and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins each had a goal and two assists, Connor McDavid added three assists and the Oilers beat the Canucks 5-1 on Saturday night to avoid elimination and force a deciding Game 7. “There was probably a bit of nerves, but once we kind …

Draisaitl, Hyman lead Oilers to 6-1 rout of Kings to take 2-1 series lead
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Draisaitl, Hyman lead Oilers to 6-1 rout of Kings to take 2-1 series lead

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Edmonton’s Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl continue to cause Los Angeles nightmares. McDavid and Draisaitl had three-point nights on Friday, but Zach Hyman continued his hot streak at the start of the postseason with two goals as the Oilers rode the momentum of three first-period scores to a 6-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Friday …

How the Oilers dominated Game 1 vs. the Kings: 5 takeaways
11 months ago

How the Oilers dominated Game 1 vs. the Kings: 5 takeaways

New York Times  

EDMONTON — Zach Hyman recorded a hat trick as the Edmonton Oilers got off to a great start in their Stanley Cup quest by defeating the Los Angeles Kings 7-4 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series on Monday. Hyman’s goal was set up by some wizardry from Connor McDavid, who pulled off a spin-o-rama to elude Kings defenseman …

Why Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is more impactful for Oilers as a winger
11 months ago

Why Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is more impactful for Oilers as a winger

New York Times  

As a young player, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was a prime example of what happens to supremely talented teenagers who are drafted by teams with enormous needs. With and without you Over the last two seasons, Nugent-Hopkins has played the wing often with one of McDavid or Draisaitl, but rarely both men. Situation Minutes Pts-60 Goal Share w/McDavid 848 2.19 60 pct …

Connor McDavid becomes 4th in NHL history with 100 assists as the Oilers rout the Sharks 9-2
11 months, 1 week ago

Connor McDavid becomes 4th in NHL history with 100 assists as the Oilers rout the Sharks 9-2

Associated Press  

EDMONTON, Alberta — Warren Foegele scored twice and Adam Henrique and Dylan Holloway each had a goal and two assists as the Edmonton Oilers beat the San Jose Sharks 9-2 Monday night. Connor McDavid had a goal and added his 100th assist of the season, becoming just the fourth player in NHL history to hit the milestone behind Wayne Gretzky, …

Avalanche take on the Oilers after Drouin’s 2-goal performance
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Avalanche take on the Oilers after Drouin’s 2-goal performance

Associated Press  

Colorado Avalanche vs. Edmonton Oilers Edmonton, Alberta; Friday, 9 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Oilers -125, Avalanche +105; over/under is 6.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Colorado Avalanche visit the Edmonton Oilers after Jonathan Drouin’s two-goal game against the Minnesota Wild in the Avalanche’s 5-2 win. The Avalanche have a +58 scoring differential, with 283 total goals scored and 225 allowed. …

Lowetide: How have the Oilers’ deadline acquisitions worked out so far?
1 year ago

Lowetide: How have the Oilers’ deadline acquisitions worked out so far?

New York Times  

Edmonton Oilers general manager Ken Holland made three additions at the 2024 deadline. In the Thursday night game against Buffalo, the Oilers played 50 minutes at five-on-five, six minutes on the penalty kill and enjoyed almost three minutes of power-play time. Here’s a look at each of the new members so far, with games played, points per 60 minutes and …

Oilers take on the Avalanche following Hyman’s hat trick
1 year ago

Oilers take on the Avalanche following Hyman’s hat trick

Associated Press  

Colorado Avalanche vs. Edmonton Oilers Edmonton, Alberta; Saturday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Edmonton Oilers host the Colorado Avalanche after Zach Hyman recorded a hat trick in the Oilers’ 7-2 win over the Washington Capitals. Mikko Rantanen has scored five goals with 14 assists over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Oilers: 7-2-1, averaging 3.5 goals, 6.2 assists, …

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