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The Edmonton Oilers might have a third line in Isaac Howard, Jack Roslovic, and Matt Savoie

One of the biggest issues for the Edmonton Oilers this season has been the revolving door of the third line. The top line of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Connor McDavid, and Zach Hyman has been set in stone since Hyman’s return from injury, and it’s been one of the best lines in hockey.

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NHL Records: The Bouchard Expansion—How One Night Created the NHL’s Exclusive Two-Team Club

Before January 24, 2026, the Boston Bruins held a singular, not overly-publicized crown in the NHL record books. They were the only franchise in history to have three different defensemen record a six-point game.

Evan Bouchard News / Field Level Media / January 26

Oilers D Evan Bouchard hopes for continued success vs. Ducks

The Anaheim Ducks will definitely know when Evan Bouchard is on the ice when they face the Edmonton Oilers on Monday night. The defenseman had a six-point performance in a 6-5 overtime win against Washington Capitals two nights earlier.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 25

Inexpensive Top-Nine Trade Deadline Options for the Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers don’t have a ton of room to maneuver if trying to upgrade their team. Stan Bowman is attempting to lead the Oilers to a third consecutive Stanley Cup Final.

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Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / January 25

Sunday Scramble: Late game heroics help Oilers avoid tense result, the why & why not on Bouchard and Team Canada

Wow. That’s the type of Edmonton Oilers game that gets the juices flowing. It was an Aspirin game for the producers – hopefully keeping a couple tablets

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 25

The Bouchard-for-Rantanen Trade the Oilers Are Happy They Never Made

During the 2024-25 season, the Edmonton Oilers considered trading Evan Bouchard for Mikko Rantanen. While it might not have been a one-for-one deal, Edmonton did make a push for the forward before he was traded to the Dallas Stars.

Evan Bouchard News / Professor Press Box / January 25

NHL Records: Evan Bouchard’s Historic Six-Point Surge in His 400th NHL Game

On January 24, 2026, in a wild, back-and-forth 6-5 overtime thriller against the Washington Capitals, Evan Bouchard didn't just play—he dominated in his 400th NHL game.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 25

Oilers’ Bouchard & Hyman Deserve to Be on Team Canada

There are still two and a half weeks left before the Feb. 11 roster freeze for the Canadian Men’s Olympic Hockey team. For Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman and defenceman Evan Bouchard, that means there are five games left to show that they deserve to be on the team.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 25

Who should be the third-line centre for the Edmonton Oilers?

Without Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl on ice this season at 5-on-5, the Edmonton Oilers have been outscored 27 to 55. That translates to an atrocious 33 percent goal share, the lowest Edmonton has posted without them in the entirety of the McDavid and Draisaitl era.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 25

Hyman’s late goal, Bouchard’s historic performance carry Oilers over Capitals

That was certainly an exciting way to get back into the win column. After back-to-back uninspiring losses at home earlier this week, the Edmonton Oilers clawed out a wild 6-5 overtime victory over the Washington Capitals on Saturday night, evening their record at two wins and two losses through the midway point of their eight-game homestand.

Connor McDavid News / Breakaway on SI / January 25

Oilers' Connor McDavid Surpasses NHL Legend with Latest Milestone

The Oilers narrowly survived a 6-5 game against the Capitals in overtime. But while Edmonton took the win, captain Connor McDavid also reached a very special milestone.

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / January 25

Team Canada Snub Looks Awkward After Bouchard’s 6-Point Night

Evan Bouchard let his play speak for itself Saturday night. Stoic by nature, the Oilers defenceman plays a high-risk game that produces elite highs and frustrating lows — a contrast that may have factored into his omission from Team Canada’s 2026 Olympic roster.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 25

Bouchard’s big night, Team Canada should feel bad, and the Oilers’ gutsy win

It was gut-check time for the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night. Despite opening their eight-game homestand with a dominant 5-0 win over the St. Louis Blues last Sunday, they posted two absolute stinkers against the New Jersey Devils and Pittsburgh Penguins — the latter of which had me “turn off” the game.

Connor McDavid News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 25

Oilers’ Connor McDavid calls game with wicked OT goal vs. Capitals

On Saturday night at Rogers Place, the Edmonton Oilers rallied in the final minute to force overtime and defeat the Washington Capitals 6-5, with center Connor McDavid netting the game-winner just 46 seconds into extra time.

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Calvin Pickard News / Oilersnation / January 25

Letters to the Editor: ‘It’s time to put a bit of respect on Calvin Pickard’

Got your coffee? It’s time to dig into this week’s Letters to the Editor. Want to join in the fun? Details about how to reach out are at the bottom of the article.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / January 25

Tom Wilson Involved in Painful Incident With Connor McDavid During Oilers-Capitals

Connor McDavid delivered one of his best games of the season on Saturday night. The Edmonton Oilers rallied to beat the Washington Capitals 6-5 in overtime at Rogers Place.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 25

Oilers score late goal to force OT, rally past Capitals

Zach Hyman tied the game with 32 seconds left in regulation and Connor McDavid scored 47 seconds into overtime to lift the Edmonton Oilers to a 6-5 win against the visiting Washington Capitals on Saturday night.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 24

Are the Edmonton Oilers in Danger of Missing the 2026 NHL Playoffs?

The last seven days saw the Edmonton Oilers shut out the Vancouver Canucks 6-0 on Saturday (Jan. 17), blank the St. Louis Blues 5-0 on Sunday (Jan. 18), lose 2-1 to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday (Jan.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 23

Oilers Are Making a Risky Bet Relying on Jarry/Ingram Goaltending Tandem

The Edmonton Oilers have finally found a goaltending duo. That’s how it appears, at least, as Tristan Jarry and Connor Ingram have taken over the top two spots, while Calvin Pickard has been converted into a third-string role and could be traded or placed on waivers any day.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Oilers' Trade Target List Receives Update Before 2026 Olympics Break

After back-to-back trips to the Stanley Cup Final, the Edmonton Oilers are in the playoff mix again and remain one of the NHL’s top-tier teams, although their offensive depth has become a growing concern.