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How Matt Savoie is emerging into an impact player for the Oilers

How Matt Savoie is emerging into an impact player for the Oilers

Since the Olympic break, Connor McDavid has produced at an excellent rate of 3.19 points per hour at five-on-five, which is no surprise for him. But in

NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 29

NHL Recap: Edmonton Oilers vs Anaheim Ducks – 03/28/2026

First Period Goals: No Goals Scored First Period Penalties: ANA / 3:35 / Jeffrey Viel (#28) 2 minutes for Slashing Evan Bouchard (#2) EDM / 11:49 / Kasperi

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 28
2 Positives and 2 Negatives & Oilers Beat the Ducks

2 Positives and 2 Negatives & Oilers Beat the Ducks

Some wins just sit better than others. Saturday at Rogers Place, the Oilers grinded out a 4–2 victory over the Ducks, and like most games, it offered both reasons to smile and reasons to worry.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 28
Oilers power play struggles, locking the game down, and chasing the Pacific Division lead

Oilers power play struggles, locking the game down, and chasing the Pacific Division lead

After a massive OT win in Vegas on Thursday night, the Edmonton Oilers were back at Rogers Place for a little matinee action against the Pacific Division-leading Anaheim Ducks.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL season' quiz
The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Most 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 28
3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-2 Win Over Ducks

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-2 Win Over Ducks

The Edmonton Oilers won their third game in a row for only the second time this season, defeating the Anaheim Ducks 4-2 on Saturday afternoon (March 28).

NHL News / Yardbarker
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 28
Oilers fend off Ducks, hang on for important 4-2 win: Reaction, Recap and Highlights

Oilers fend off Ducks, hang on for important 4-2 win: Reaction, Recap and Highlights

That was a statement victory by the Edmonton Oilers. On Saturday afternoon, the Oilers defeated the Anaheim Ducks by a score of 4-2 to move within three points of the Ducks for the Pacific Division lead.

Connor McDavid News / Field Level Media / March 28
Connor McDavid helps Oilers close gap on Ducks with win

Connor McDavid helps Oilers close gap on Ducks with win

NHL points leader Connor McDavid had a goal and two assists for the Edmonton Oilers in a 4-2 win against the visiting Anaheim Ducks on Saturday afternoon.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 28
Oilers Activate Curtis Lazar Off LTIR

Oilers Activate Curtis Lazar Off LTIR

Earlier this week, the Oilers had indicated that Curtis Lazar was expected to rejoin the team sometime next month.  Instead, he’s ahead of schedule as the team announced (Twitter link) that he would be centering Edmonton’s fourth line today against Anaheim, meaning he has been activated off LTIR.

Matthew Savoie News / NHL Trade Talk / March 28
What Could Matt Savoie’s Next Contract Look Like?

What Could Matt Savoie’s Next Contract Look Like?

Matt Savoie has quickly gone from an intriguing young player to a legitimate piece of the Edmonton Oilers’ future. In his first full NHL season, Savoie has shown steady improvement, and it’s been evident in his production since the Olympic break, which has also earned him time on Connor McDavid’s wing.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 28
NHL Predictions: Anaheim Ducks vs Edmonton Oilers, March 28th

NHL Predictions: Anaheim Ducks vs Edmonton Oilers, March 28th

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the slate of games and give in-depth analysis.

Zach Hyman News / NHL Trade Talk / March 28
Zach Hyman Holds Nearly Unbelievable Distinction This Season

Zach Hyman Holds Nearly Unbelievable Distinction This Season

It’s hard to believe because, by comparison, he’s had a relatively quiet season, but Zach Hyman is doing something incredibly impressive in 2025-26: scoring goals.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 28
Ranking the Oilers’ Free Agents by Importance: Who Stays & Who Goes

Ranking the Oilers’ Free Agents by Importance: Who Stays & Who Goes

The Edmonton Oilers have $16.74 million in projected cap space this offseason with nine forwards, five defencemen, and one goalie on the active roster.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 28
Oilers’ Bouchard Making Hockey Canada Look Foolish for Olympic Snub

Oilers’ Bouchard Making Hockey Canada Look Foolish for Olympic Snub

After a rough first month of the 2025-26 season, Evan Bouchard is playing some of the best regular season hockey we’ve seen from him. The Edmonton Oilers defenceman is putting together one of the best offensive seasons in recent memory with 20 goals and 84 points through 73 games.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 28
Pre-Scout: Can the Oilers avoid the mousetrap and hunt the Ducks?

Pre-Scout: Can the Oilers avoid the mousetrap and hunt the Ducks?

I want to believe the Edmonton Oilers this time. I really do.  But there is a California-sized steel trap hovering above this afternoon’s matchup against

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The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz
 The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz
The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz
 The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
 The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz
 The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 28
McDavid Finally Showing Emotion is a Good Sign for the Oilers

McDavid Finally Showing Emotion is a Good Sign for the Oilers

Connor McDavid is frustrated. Yes, the Edmonton Oilers 2025-26 season to date has played a part in that. Thought of as true Stanley Cup contenders once again entering the season, they have limped to a 36-28-9 record.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 27
Getting to know Edmonton Oilers newest signing Tomáš Cibulka

Getting to know Edmonton Oilers newest signing Tomáš Cibulka

With a lack of draft capital, the Edmonton Oilers are looking overseas once again. This time, they signed Czech defenceman Tomáš Cibulka to a two-year entry-level contract that starts in 2026-27.

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27
Evan Bouchard: Finally Getting the Norris Trophy Love He Deserves

Evan Bouchard: Finally Getting the Norris Trophy Love He Deserves

It won’t be long before members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association (PHWA) start voting on the NHL’s most notable trophy candidates. Among the more fascinating races is the one for the James Norris Memorial Trophy.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 27
Oilers home performances need to improve for legitimate playoff push

Oilers home performances need to improve for legitimate playoff push

Keeping in mind the quality of opponent, quality of play, and the context of the game, what do you think is the best Edmonton Oilers home win of the season?  Take a minute to think about it.  It’s easy to figure out the big home-ice disappointments.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 27
Flashback Friday: Looking at when the Oilers last won their division in 1986-87

Flashback Friday: Looking at when the Oilers last won their division in 1986-87

The Edmonton Oilers’ chances at finishing first in the Pacific Division hinge on Saturday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. As it stands, the Oilers are five points behind the Ducks with one additional game played.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 27
Oilers sign Tomas Cibulka to entry-level contract

Oilers sign Tomas Cibulka to entry-level contract

A former junior star has inked his first pro contract in North America. On Friday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that the team has signed defenseman Tomas Cibulka to a two-year, entry-level contract.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 27
Oilers Sign Tomas Cibulka To Entry-Level Deal

Oilers Sign Tomas Cibulka To Entry-Level Deal

The Oilers announced Friday that they’ve signed undrafted free agent defenseman Tomas Cibulka to an entry-level deal beginning next season. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 27
Oilers' Connor McDavid becomes third-fastest player to record 800 assists

Oilers' Connor McDavid becomes third-fastest player to record 800 assists

Connor McDavid recorded his 800th career NHL assist.

Analyst downplays buzz around Connor McDavid summer trade request
The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz
Kris Knoblauch News / Daily Faceoff / March 25
Oilers HC Kris Knoblauch may be on the hot seat in Edmonton

Oilers HC Kris Knoblauch may be on the hot seat in Edmonton

It has been a tumultuous year for the Edmonton Oilers, who appear poised to back into a playoff spot thanks to a brutal down year for the entire Pacific Division, rather than because of their own strong performance.

Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal
The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz
Leon Draisaitl News / Yardbarker / March 24
Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal

Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal

Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid is making a push for yet another scoring title this season, but before he gets there he reached another big career milestone for himself on Tuesday night.

Maple Leafs expected to make significant changes in offseason
Maple Leafs collect rare win as Matthew Knies strikes twice vs. Bruins
Lightning score five unanswered goals to sink Wild
Panthers edge Kraken in shootout in Paul Maurice's 2,000th game
Penguins' Evgeni Malkin out day-to-day with upper-body injury
James Hamblin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 24
Oilers Recall James Hamblin On Emergency Basis

Oilers Recall James Hamblin On Emergency Basis

Set to take on Utah tonight, the Edmonton Oilers announced that James Hamblin has been recalled from the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors on an emergency basis.

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