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On YouTubeEdmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / February 14
Making a Team Canada 'B team' for the 2026 Winter Olympics
With the Canadian Olympic team named the mystery is over. Though the Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid was a lock for the team, several other Oilers were left off.
Leon Draisaitl News / Oilersnation / February 14
Draisaitl’s Germany suffers setback in 4-3 loss to Latvia: Recap, Reaction, and Highlights
Team Germany suffered a setback to their 2026 Olympic campaign in the early hours of Saturday morning. After picking up a 3-1 victory over Team Denmark on Thursday, the Germans fell 4-3 to Team Latvia on Saturday morning, albeit it didn’t hurt their chances of outright winning Group C, but more on that in the takeaways.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 14
Oilers’ Trade Deadline Focus May Be Shifting in a Big Way
The Edmonton Oilers may be pivoting ahead of the trade deadline. According to NHL insider Bob Stauffer, the host of Oilers Now, Edmonton’s priorities have shifted in recent weeks.
The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz
How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?
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 / NHL Trade Talk / February 14
Swiss Team Provides Unfortunate Update on Kevin Fiala Injury
The Kevin Fiala injury update is not good. According to the Swiss Ice Hockey PR account and their official team website, “Kevin Fiala was injured in the second group game against Canada and will miss the rest of the Olympic tournament.” Fiala was down on the ice with a serious injury late in the third period of Switzerland’s loss to Team Canada.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 13
Did the Oilers Make a Mistake Choosing Jarry Over Binnington?
Talk around the Edmonton Oilers’ search for an upgrade in goal dominated discussions around the team for years. Jordan Binnington and Tristan Jarry were two of the most speculated-on options throughout the process, with Binnington having, quite frankly, been mentioned more often than Jarry.
Connor McDavid News / Yardbarker / February 13
Connor McDavid already chasing Olympic history with dominant start
Connor McDavid is getting his first chance to win a gold medal and is already making the most of that opportunity.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 13
McDavid Comments About Wilson Hint Oilers Need a Forechecking Machine
Connor McDavid just laid out exactly what the Edmonton Oilers have been missing—a physical, high-energy forward who can create space and protect the team’s superstar.
Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / February 13
Connor McDavid’s Olympic debut lived up to the hype
When you’ve been given the title as the best player in the world, there comes with it a pressure to perform when you step onto the world stage. Connor McDavid lived up to that billing on Thursday, registering three assists in Canada‘s 5-0 win over Czechia to kick off their Olympics.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 13
Oilers’ McDavid Can Build Legacy Further with Dominant Olympic Showing
Everybody recognizes that Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid is the best player on the planet. He’s racked up countless individual accolades throughout his incredible career, and has shown no signs of slowing down.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / February 13
The 'Cream of the Crop': Looking at three of the Edmonton Oilers alternate jerseys
While Connor McDavid and Team Canada are busy trying to win a Gold Medal at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games, it is time to look at just a few of the Edmonton Oilers alternate jerseys and how the team has done when wearing these sweaters.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 13
How the Oilers’ Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and Josh Samanski made immediate impacts in their Olympic debuts
A trio of Edmonton Oilers wasted no time making their mark in the Olympic hockey tournament. Connor McDavid was a dominant force in Canada’s convincing 5-0 victory over Czechia, while Leon Draisaitl and Josh Samanski formed part of Germany’s top line in a 3-1 victory over Denmark.
Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / February 13
By the Numbers: #93—Loyal Oil
In the high-octane history of the Edmonton Oilers—a franchise defined by the high-flying dynasty years and the current wizardry of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl—the number “93” represents something entirely different: unwavering loyalty.
Calvin Pickard News / NHL Trade Talk / February 13
Can Calvin Pickard Move Up in the Oilers’ Goalie Hierarchy?
Funny thing about Calvin Pickard. The guy bounced around the NHL forever, never really sticking anywhere. Then he gets a shot with the Oilers as a backup… and suddenly he’s killing it.
Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / February 13
Canada's Connor McDavid Had Words After Winter Olympics Debut
Team Canada’s men’s hockey team opened its 2026 Olympics campaign with a 5–0 shutout victory over Czechia, powered by a lineup finally stacked with NHL stars after a 12-year Olympic absence.
Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 12
Sharks phenom Macklin Celebrini makes history in stellar Olympic debut
You wouldn't have guessed Thursday marked San Jose Sharks second-year center Macklin Celebrini's first time on the world's biggest sporting stage.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 12
Oilers need to give Ungar a shot after Olympic break
In season 11 for Connor McDavid, the Edmonton Oilers may finally have their solution between the pipes. It’s been a long and gruelling process for this organization to find a true number-one goaltender they could rely on.
Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Rumors / February 11
Leon Draisaitl Said Nothing Wrong About the Edmonton Oilers Play
As NHL Players prepare to play in the Olympics for their respective countries, there is still a lot of talk in Edmonton about Leon Draisaitl’s comments on his team’s performance heading into the break.
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