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5 Trade Targets Who Could Strengthen the Oilers’ Cup Push

The Edmonton Oilers’ next trade should address more than a familiar name becoming available. Finding Jake Walman a new home, preserving defensive depth and improving the supporting cast should guide their approach.

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Edmonton Oilers Visit Philadelphia Flyers on Sunday

The Edmonton Oilers take on the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Sunday, Nov. 15, at 7:30 p.m. ET. The Oilers are 15-3-3 and have won four straight.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 15

Hollywood Icon Responds to Tribute From Oilers Goalie Devon Levi

Devon Levi’s night between the pipes was already a good one. A Saturday shutout win turned into something bigger when one of Hollywood’s biggest stars took notice of a pre-game habit the goalie borrowed from Gladiator.

Devon Levi News / Oilersnation / November 15

Oilers check Leafs into the ice, Bouchbomb the difference maker, and Levi gets first shutout

The Edmonton Oilers faced the Maple Leafs on hockey’s biggest stage: Saturday night in Toronto. You could feel the vibe all the way from central Canada.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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Tristan Jarry News / The Oil Rig / November 15

Has Tristan Jarry turned his career around in Edmonton?

The Edmonton Oilers have been one of the hottest teams early on in the season. A major reason for that has been the unreal play of Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard, but an unlikely hero has also emerged.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 15

Edmonton Oilers’ 2026-27 Quarter-Season Awards

With a 1-0 victory over the hometown Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday (Nov. 14), the Edmonton Oilers completed the opening quarter of their 84-game schedule this season.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 15

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 1-0 Win Over Maple Leafs

The Edmonton Oilers (15-3-3) began their six-game road trip with a 1-0 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs (8-12-2) on Saturday Night Hockey (Nov. 14). The Leafs wrapped up a dismal 0-6-0 homestand, marking the worst six-plus-game stretch on home ice in franchise history.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 15

Oilers roll over Maple Leafs in 1-0 win

Payback is sweet. The Edmonton Oilers began their long six-game road trip by blanking the Toronto Maple Leafs 1-0 Saturday night. Evan Bouchard’s second-period blast was all Edmonton needed.

Connor McDavid News / Field Level Media / November 15

Flyers face tall task of slowing Connor McDavid, red-hot Oilers

One quarter of the way through the season, Connor McDavid has registered a point in every game. McDavid puts his 21-game point streak on the line Sunday when the Edmonton Oilers visit the Philadelphia Flyers.

NHL News / Oil on Whyte / November 15

Edmonton Oilers capitalize on scoring chances to beat Toronto Maple Leafs

The Edmonton Oilers' streak of scoring three goals in a game might have come to an end on Saturday night, but it didn't end up impacting the final result.

Connor McDavid News / Trade Talk Sports / November 15

Why Does This Season Feel Different for Connor McDavid?

Every once in a while, a player comes along who makes us rethink what is possible in a sport. The Edmonton Oilers’ Connor McDavid has been doing that for years.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / November 14

Devon Levi, Oilers hand Leafs sixth straight loss in shutout

Evan Bouchard scored and Devon Levi made 19 saves for his first NHL shutout as the visiting Edmonton Oilers blanked the Toronto Maple Leafs 1-0 on Saturday.

Devon Levi News / Oilersnation / November 14

Instant Reaction: Devon Levi posts first career shutout in Oilers win over Maple Leafs

The Edmonton Oilers can’t stop winning. On Saturday evening, the Oilers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs by a score of 1-0, moving their record to 15-3-3 over their first 21 games.

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Evan Bouchard News / Ball Exclusives / November 14

Oilers Beat Maple Leafs 1-0 as Bouchard Scores Winner

Evan Bouchard scored the go-ahead goal in the second period and the Edmonton Oilers shut out the Toronto Maple Leafs 1-0 on Saturday night at Scotiabank Arena.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / November 14

Oilers’ McDavid sets career high with 21-game point streak

One of the most exciting players in the game continues his incredible start to the 2026-27 season. Thanks to an assist on Evan Bouchard’s goal in the second period on Saturday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs, Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid extended his point streak to 21 games, a new career best.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 14

Three players to keep an eye on as Oilers trade targets

As good as the Edmonton Oilers and their record have been in starting the 2026-27 season, there is certainly still room to improve the roster. Specifically, up front.

Dalyn Wakely News / Professor Press Box / November 14

The Oilers Have a Sixth-Round Pick Worth Keeping an Eye On

Every once in a while, an NHL prospect starts doing something that makes you take a second look. That's happening with Edmonton Oilers prospect Dalyn Wakely, who is putting together a very good sophomore season at UMass-Lowell.

Zach Hyman News / NHL Trade Talk / November 14

Hyman’s Comments Raise an Interesting Question About the Oilers’ Coach

In a recent interview, Zach Hyman spoke about his relationship with Mike Babcock, the Edmonton Oilers’ head coach. What’s interesting is that Babcock coached Hyman with the Toronto Maple Leafs when Hyman was a young player.

Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / November 14

Babcock Takes Subtle Shot at Toronto Exit: 'Really Enjoyed' 5-Year Holiday

Ahead of Saturday night’s game, Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock shared candid thoughts on his time with the Toronto Maple Leafs, saying he enjoyed the job overall but not how it wrapped up.

Matvei Michkov News / The Oil Rig / November 14

Could Matvei Michkov be a good fit on the Edmonton Oilers?

In an NHL season that’s had its fair share of player-movement drama, ESPN’s Kevin Weekes dropped another log on that fire Tuesday. He reported, via multiple league sources, that Philadelphia Flyers star Matvei Michkov would prefer a fresh start elsewhere.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 14

Four Oilers who could be on the hot seat when injured players return

Before the puck even dropped on the 2026-27 season, the injury bug had already swept through the Edmonton Oilers’ locker room. Matt Savoie, Frederik Andersen, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Jason Dickinson and Mattias Janmark were all on the shelf by opening night.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / November 14

Edmonton Oilers goaltending: Three goalies, one goal

Following Edmonton’s November 11 victory over Philadelphia, Gene Principe asked asked Tristan Jarry about his working relationship with Devon Levi. Jarry’s answer about the Edmonton Oilers goaltending group included someone who wasn’t even on the ice.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / November 13