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Connor McDavid is on pace to score 50 goals. Pass it on!

There’s a very real possibility we’re watching one of Connor McDavid’s best stretches unfold in front of our eyes. The shackles have seemingly broken free on his game, as in the most recent 10 games, McDavid has racked up 10 goals, 14 assists, 26 points and a staggering 47 shots on goal.

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Oilers Thoughts: McDavid in turbo mode, Ingram’s resilience rewarded, Draisaitl’s goalless stretch, Hyman for Team Canada and more

The Edmonton Oilers like to keep you on your toes — trades, goalie injuries, call-ups, and returns to the lineup, all during the busiest stretch leading up to Christmas.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 22

Oilers Tabbed As Landing Spot for Blues Star Defenseman

The Edmonton Oilers made their move for a goaltender, and while Tristan Jarry is unfortunately already sidelined with an injury, it’s time they shift their focus to improving other parts of the roster ahead of the trade deadline.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / December 22

All I want for Christmas is the (current) Edmonton Oilers

This Christmas, unfortunately, an oil spill has occurred across the league, and we have seen it happen throughout the month of December. The reason I say an oil spill is because the Edmonton Oilers have been so good as of late that the rest of the league seems to keep slipping and losing their footing.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 22

Connor Ingram’s first Oilers win, Connor McDavid is on fire, and Trent Frederic the healthy scratch

The Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights both came into Sunday’s game in the second half of a back-to-back weekend, and with each club missing key pieces, it was tough to predict what to expect in their first matchup of the season.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / December 22

Kris Knoblauch Announces Tristan Jarry Update After Post-Trade Setback

The Edmonton Oilers continue to deal with uncertainty in goal following the recent injury to Tristan Jarry. The former Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender arrived in Edmonton just over a week ago via trade in exchange for Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak, but only lasted three games in the Oilers' net before being sidelined.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 22

Edmonton Oilers vs. Vegas Golden Knights Postgame, December 21th 2025

First Period Goals: Connor McDavid (23) / Leon Draisaitl (34), Alec Regula (3) at 9:11 / 1-0 EDM Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (9) PPG / Leon Draisaitl (35), Connor

Trent Frederic News / NHL Trade Talk / December 22

Oilers Take 'Drastic Measure' with Trent Frederic Over Holidays

Trent Frederic didn’t play in Sunday’s game versus the Vegas Golden Knights, and it’s unlikely he sees action for the Edmonton Oilers until the holidays are over.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 22

Oilers’ Roster Moves That Should Be Made When They’re Fully Healthy

The Edmonton Oilers will have some tough decisions to make soon, as they have several players on injured reserve, and will have to make some roster moves to be eligible to activate them all.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 22

Oilers Should Have Kept Stuart Skinner

On Dec. 12, the Edmonton Oilers traded Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a second-round pick for Tristan Jarry and Samuel Poulin. Edmonton required an upgrade between the pipes, so they pulled the trigger.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 21

‘It’s important Trent has a reset’: Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch details Frederic’s healthy scratch, potential lingering effects of injury

With the Edmonton Oilers getting back to town from Minnesota late Saturday night, the team held an optional morning skate on Sunday ahead of their game against the Vegas Golden Knights.

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Connor Ingram News / Oilersnation / December 21

Oilers hold off Golden Knights to get Ingram his first win in Edmonton: Recap, Reaction, and Highlights

For the first time this season, the Edmonton Oilers have won the second game of a back-to-back. On Sunday evening, the Oilers hosted the Vegas Golden Knights, defeating their Pacific Division rivals 4-3.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 21

Oilers’ Tristan Jarry Out Week-To-Week, Frederic Scratched

Ahead of tonight’s game, multiple key updates came on the Oilers; new goaltender Tristan Jarry will be out a “few weeks”, as shared by Ryan Rishaug of TSN.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / December 21

Oilers’ Tristan Jarry out week-to-week with lower-body injury

The Edmonton Oilers will be without goaltender Tristan Jarry for the next few weeks, head coach Kris Knoblauch told reporters during his pre-game media availability ahead of Sunday’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 21

How do the Oilers solve their David Tomášek problem?

David Tomášek has underwhelmed in the early going of his NHL career. Last year’s leading scorer in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL), he signed with the Oilers in the offseason to give the NHL a go.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 21

What Happens Now With Red-Hot Isaac Howard In Edmonton?

Isaac Howard is making it harder and harder to ignore what he’s doing in Bakersfield. Sent down to the AHL so he could get more ice time and produce offensively, he’s done that in spades.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 21

Oilers Activate Jack Roslovic, Reassign Quinn Hutson

The Edmonton Oilers will have a bit more oomph in the lineup in Sunday’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights. Edmonton has activated winger Jack Roslovic off of long-term injured reserve after he missed just under a month of action due to an undisclosed injury.