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Oilers clinch berth in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

One of the league’s most notable franchises today is heading back to the postseason. Thanks to a series of events on Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers officially clinched a spot in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

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Edmonton Oilers officially clinch berth into 2026 playoffs

Sometimes you need a little help crossing the finish line. The Edmonton Oilers are officially in the dance and have clinched a playoff spot on Saturday night.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 11

Connor Ingram solid in return, Max Jones the latest injured Oiler, and waiting on Clinchmas

The Edmonton Oilers had a chance to clinch a playoff berth on Saturday if they could grab at least a point in their matinee against the Los Angeles Kings.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 11

Oilers can’t punch own ticket to playoffs, lose 1-0 to Kings: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

The Edmonton Oilers no longer control their fate to finish first in the Pacific Division. On Saturday afternoon, the Oilers played their final road game of the season, ending a three-game road trip against the Los Angeles Kings.

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How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 11

Oilers game notes: Final regular season road trip ends with matinee against Kings

It’s hard to believe the playoffs are as close as they are. For as much as this regular season has flown by for the Edmonton Oilers, it’s been a long, arduous winter.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / April 11

Biggest first-year players for the 2025–26 Edmonton Oilers

Every season, there’s a point where a new player stops feeling like just another addition and starts actually changing how the team looks. For the Edmonton Oilers, that doesn’t always come from the big names.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

Oilers’ Ingram Can Make History by Winning Masterton Trophy

On Wednesday (April 8), the NHL announced this season’s nominations for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. One player from each of the league’s 32 teams is nominated for the award, which honours the player who is judged as best exemplifying qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to ice hockey.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

Projecting the Edmonton Oilers’ 2026 Playoff Lineup

With just three games remaining in the regular season for the Edmonton Oilers, it’s time to turn our focus to what things will look like for them when the postseason begins.

Jason Robertson News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

Oilers Should Offer Sheet Jason Robertson This Offseason

The Edmonton Oilers are currently focused on trying to win their first Stanley Cup since 1990, and they seem poised to push for the top spot in the Pacific Division.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 11

The Oilers final stretch and a thought on 50 goals

As we head into the final week of the Edmonton Oilers’ season, there is still a high level of variance when it comes to where this team could finish in the Pacific Division standings.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / April 11

Pre-Scout: Oilers and 'no brainer' MVP McDavid visit Kings to clinch playoff berth

Kasperi Kapanen thinks it’s a no-brainer: Connor McDavid should be the Hart Trophy winner. Hard to argue after McDavid’s game on Wednesday, which almost single-handedly elevated the Edmonton Oilers against the San Jose Sharks.

Darnell Nurse News / Oilersnation / April 10

Top 100 Oilers: No. 38 — Darnell Nurse

Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Darnell Nurse comes in at No.

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 10

Flashback Friday: Looking back at the Oilers-Kings 2025 first round series

It’s only a matter of time before the Edmonton Oilers punch their ticket to the 2026 playoffs. With just three games left in the season, all the Oilers need to do this Saturday against the Los Angeles Kings is earn a point.

Connor McDavid News / Field Level Media / April 10

Connor McDavid on a timely heater as Oilers visit Kings

If the Edmonton Oilers are going to win their first division title since 1987, it will likely be the result of Connor McDavid's play. McDavid is red hot heading into Edmonton's road matchup on Saturday afternoon against the Los Angeles Kings.

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Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / The Oil Rig / April 10

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Nominated for King Clancy Memorial Trophy

The NHL announced each team’s nominee for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy today, with Ryan Nugent-Hopkins being the Oilers’ pick. This is the first year since 2022 that an Oilers not named Darnell Nurse has been nominated for the award.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / April 10

Oilers GM Reveals Zach Hyman's Status After Kris Knoblauch Comments

The Edmonton Oilers will enter Saturday's road matchup against the Los Angeles Kings with a 40-29-10 record, 90 points and the Pacific Division lead. Despite

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 10

Stan Bowman offers injury update on four key Oilers

Oilers Now host Bob Stauffer asked Bowman about the status of some key players who recently went down with injuries.

Connor McDavid racks up 3 goals, 5 points as Oilers trounce Sharks

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Tomas Cibulka News / The Oil Rig / April 10

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: Tomas Cibulka Could be dark horse prospect

Seasons are changing, both outside and in the rink, as most Edmonton Oilers prospects are wrapping up their season. The NCAA seasons have ended, most European prospects are done, and the AHL/ECHL are gearing up for playoffs.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

Oilers’ McDavid Should Be Clear-Cut Hart Trophy Favourite

If Connor McDavid were to retire today, he would be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Though the Edmonton Oilers forward doesn’t have a Stanley Cup, he does have 1,210 career points, 150 postseason points, five Art Ross Trophies, four Ted Lindsay Awards, three Hart Trophies, a Rocket Richard Trophy, and a Conn Smythe.

Edmonton Oilers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 10

Oilers fan gives birth at Rogers Place mid-game

An Edmonton Oilers fan experienced an unforgettable night at Rogers Place over the weekend, when she went into labor and gave birth during the team’s home game against the Vegas Golden Knights.

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The 'Most 5-point NHL games' quiz

How many of the NHL players with nine or more five-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / April 9

Evan Bouchard Joins Elite Company, Strengthens Case for Norris Trophy Recognition

The Edmonton Oilers have long been known for elite offensive talent, but on the blue line, historic production has been rare. That’s what makes Evan Bouchard’s 90-point season so significant.

Evan Bouchard News / Daily Faceoff / April 9

Evan Bouchard becomes first Oilers defender to register 90 points in a season since Paul Coffey

Evan Bouchard has made history, becoming the first Edmonton Oilers’ defenseman to record 90 points in a single season since Paul Coffey did in 1985-86.

Kris Knoblauch News / NHL Trade Talk / April 9

Paul Coffey comments on Kris Knoblauch relationship rumors

Oilers' Paul Coffey comments on rocky Kris Knoblauch relationship rumors

Edmonton Oilers assistant coach Paul Coffey is speaking out about rumors that he doesn’t have the greatest relationship with head coach Kris Knoblauch.

Alexander Ovechkin reveals when he will make decision on Capitals, NHL future

Mammoth unveil the coolest Zamboni in hockey history

Red Wings' playoff chances are all but officially gone

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Colton Dach News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 7

Oilers Activate Colton Dach From Long-Term Injured Reserve

Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch told reporters Tuesday that forward Colton Dach will be in the lineup tonight against the Mammoth, signaling he’s been activated from long-term injured reserve (via Jack Michaels of Sportsnet).