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NHL News / Oilersnation / March 19
‘I’m just trying to finish my hit’: Predators’ Wiesblatt says he wasn’t trying to injure Oilers’ Draisaitl
The man who took out one of the Edmonton Oilers‘ top stars has shared his side of the story. When speaking to the media on Thursday, Nashville Predators forward Ozzy Wiesblatt was asked about the hit on Oilers sniper Leon Draisaitl that led to the latter being ruled out for the remainder of the 2025-26 regular season.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 19
Oilers lineup update: Draisaitl placed on long-term injured reserve, Järventie recalled from Condors with Kapanen a game-time decision
The Edmonton Oilers made a pair of roster moves and blended their lines Thursday ahead of their Stanley Cup Final rematch with the Florida Panthers. Leon Draisaitl was placed on the long-term injured reserve with a lower-body injury sustained Sunday night on a hit by Nashville Predators winger Ozzy Wiesblatt.
NHL News / Oilersnation / March 19
Pre-Scout: Oilers depth looks to prevail in Stanley Cup rematch against tanking Panthers
Sure, there are injuries to key players from the recent Stanley Cup Finals, forcing them out of tonight’s game. But as long as the Edmonton Oilers are
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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 19
Oilers Recall Jarventie Tied to More Than Draisaitl on LTIR
The Edmonton Oilers made a significant roster move Thursday, placing star forward Leon Draisaitl on long-term injured reserve (LTIR) while recalling forward Roby Jarventie from the Bakersfield Condors on an emergency basis.
Leon Draisaitl News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 19
Oilers Place Leon Draisaitl On Long-Term Injured Reserve
The Oilers were expected to eventually move star center Leon Draisaitl to long-term injured reserve after it was announced he’ll be shut down for the rest of the regular season with a lower-body injury.
Matthew Savoie News / The Oil Rig / March 19
Matthew Savoie is heating up for the Edmonton Oilers
One Edmonton Oiler who doesn’t get a whole lot of attention, but is starting to show his potential is Matthew Savoie. He is currently riding a three-game point streak just when the Oilers need depth most.
Leon Draisaitl News / The Hockey Writers / March 19
Oilers Continue to Succeed Without Draisaitl
Just hours after announcing that superstar centre Leon Draisaitl is expected to miss the rest of the 2025-26 NHL regular season with a lower-body injury, the Edmonton Oilers defeated the San Jose Sharks by a score of 5-3 in front of a sellout crowd at Rogers Place on Tuesday (March 17) night.
NHL News / Oilersnation / March 19
Oilers Game Notes: Panthers can play spoiler as lost season winds down
This won’t be a preview of a third straight Stanley Cup Final between Edmonton and Florida. The Oilers are still chasing top spot in the Pacific Division, but the Panthers are running out of time, sitting 13 points back of a playoff spot with just over a month left.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / March 19
Edmonton Oilers rumour roundup: Leon Draisaitl out, Connor Ingram as the starter
It has been another busy week across Oil Country, with a mix of news to keep up with. As the stage for the playoffs continues to set, there will be challenges and opportunities ahead for the Edmonton Oilers.
Bill Guerin News / Oilersnation / March 19
Top 100 Oilers: No. 42 — Bill Guerin
Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Bill Guerin comes in at No.
Leon Draisaitl News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 18
Oilers GM reveals why Leon Draisaitl injury is ‘blessing in disguise’ for Stanley Cup push
The Edmonton Oilers are finishing the season without superstar forward Leon Draisaitl. Draisaitl was injured in a recent game against the Nashville Predators.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 18
If and when do the Oilers re-sign Connor Ingram?
Connor Ingram is 4-0-1 in his last six starts, with a .898 save percentage and a 2.50 goals-against average for the Edmonton Oilers. In the last five games, his five-on-five save percentage is 15th best in the NHL. Those are average numbers, you might say.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 18
How are the players the Oilers traded away this season doing on their new teams?
The 2026 trade deadline has come and gone. In total, the Edmonton Oilers traded three roster players in two separate trades. They acquired Colton Dach and Jason Dickinson from the Chicago Blackhawks, sending a 2027 top-12-protected first and Andrew Mangiapane in return.
Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 18
Can Connor Ingram be the Oilers’ starter down the stretch?
The Edmonton Oilers‘ goaltending situation has been a mess all season. Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard weren’t getting it done early in the season, so general manager Stan Bowman chose to act.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 18
Oilers Insider Still Believes in Tristan Jarry Over Stuart Skinner
The Edmonton Oilers—particularly GM Stan Bowman—have taken a ton of heat for the trade that sent Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick to Pittsburgh in exchange for Tristan Jarry and Samuel Poulin—and for good reason.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 18
Why Losing Its 2nd Best Player Didn’t Break the Oilers
If you’ve been watching the Edmonton Oilers this season, you know the story. The team has been carried by two absolute superstars, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 18
Oilers Thoughts: Savoie showing he belongs on the top line, Podkolzin rising as a fan favourite, and Nugent-Hopkins to take on a bigger role with Draisaitl out, and more
When news broke that Leon Draisaitl would be out of the lineup for the remainder of the regular season, I think everyone in Oil Country went through their own mini stages of grief, before the reality set in that it would take a team-wide effort from the rest of the Edmonton Oilers to fill his shoes.
NHL News / The Oil Rig / March 18
Luck of the Irish in the Edmonton Oilers’ favour as they beat San Jose Sharks 5-3
Happy (belated) St. Patrick’s Day, everyone! On this occasion, the Edmonton Oilers took on the San Jose Sharks at Rogers Place. Teal does count as a shade of green if you consider it a mixture of green and blue.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 18
Oilers European free agent targets: Could Alexander Smolin deepen Edmonton’s goaltending ranks?
With leagues around the world either in the midst of, or gearing up for, playoff season, attention naturally begins to shift toward notable free agents.
Evan Bouchard News / The Hockey Writers / March 18
Oilers’ Evan Bouchard Has a Case for the Norris Trophy
No matter the turnover the Edmonton Oilers’ blue line sees or the criticism it faces, one guy has seemed to keep proving why he is the number one guy in the group.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / March 17
Leon Draisaitl's injury could dramatically change NHL Western Conference playoff race
His injury not only significantly weakens the Oilers lineup. It also creates a potential opening for some other teams in the Western Conference playoff race.
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