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Former Oilers defenceman Philip Larsen retires from professional hockey

A short-time Edmonton Oilers defenceman has announced his retirement from professional hockey after a 901-game career in the NHL and overseason. <a href="/nhl/players/philip_larsen/91566">Philip Larsen</a>, 36, played just one season for the Oilers in 2013-14, scoring three goals and 12 points.

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Analyst Downplays Buzz Around Connor McDavid Summer Trade Request

The hockey world knows the clock is ticking on the Edmonton Oilers to win with Connor McDavid—his short-term contract and all the reports surrounding it have made that clear.

David Lewandowski News / Oilersnation / March 26

Oilers Prospect Update: Lewandowski and Lafrenière’s regular-season ends as Maxim Beryozkin heats up at the right time

It’s coming to that time of year… playoffs! A lot of leagues, both professional and amateur. The WHL starts its playoffs on Friday, and the KHL has started its first round already.

Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / March 26

Optimism around when Leon Draisaitl could return from injury?

There have been a lot of conflicting reports and rumors around Leon Draisaitl’s injury and his timeline for returning to the Edmonton Oilers lineup.

Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal

Sidney Crosby leaves Penguins' win with another lower-body injury

Erik Karlsson is playing like the superstar the Penguins always expected him to be

Senators having horrible injury luck at the worst time

Zach Werenski has emerged as the favorite for the Norris Trophy

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 26

Analyst Predicts Connor McDavid Will Join Gretzky in Exclusive Club

There’s no shortage of high-end talent in the NHL right now, but when it truly comes down to it, Connor McDavid remains above everyone else as the clear-cut best player in the world.

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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

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 26

Oilers’ 4 Biggest Remaining Games of 2025-26 Season

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers now have just 10 games remaining on their 2025-26 regular season schedule, and they remain in a tight battle for playoff berths.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 26

Oilers Game Notes: Home-ice advantage up for grabs as Edmonton visits Vegas

There’s plenty left to be decided in the Pacific Division with three weeks to play. The Ducks lead the way with a 40-27-4 record, five points up on Edmonton and six points ahead of Vegas, with one game in hand on both teams.

Jack Roslovic News / The Oil Rig / March 26

Evaluating if the Edmonton Oilers should sign Jack Roslovic for next season

We’re at an odd time to be talking about it, but seeing that Jack Roslovic is a UFA next year, should the Edmonton Oilers bring him back? He has been a solid presence, and at a $1.5M contract, is doing more than his fair share.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 26

Pre-Scout: Two sleeping giants in Oilers and Golden Knights prepare to throw pillows

Fans of both the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights can commiserate about a season that has fallen well below expectations so far. Despite their struggles, the Pacific Division won’t let them quit.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / March 25

Knights out to snap slide in key clash with rival Oilers

Second place in the Pacific Division will be on the line Thursday night when the Edmonton Oilers visit Las Vegas to take on the Vegas Golden Knights. Edmonton (35-28-9, 79 points), which trails first-place Anaheim by five points, enters the contest with a one-point lead over Vegas (32-26-14, 78 points).

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 25

Oilers prospect Tommy Lafrenière set to join Western Michigan for 2026-27 season

One of the Edmonton Oilers’ top prospects will be heading to college this fall. On Wednesday morning, Edmonton Journal’s Jim Matheson reported that 2025 third-round pick Tommy Lafrenière will join Western Michigan University for the 2026-27 season.

Kris Knoblauch News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

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

James Hamblin News / Oilersnation / March 25

Oilers loan forward James Hamblin back to the Bakersfield Condors

The Edmonton Oilers loaned forward James Hamblin back to the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors on Wednesday morning. Hamblin was recalled from the Condors on an emergency basis on Tuesday ahead of the Oilers’ contest against the Utah Mammoth.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 25

Jon Cooper’s Comments on McDavid Should Ease Oilers Fans’ Concerns

Connor McDavid’s postgame comments after the Edmonton Oilers’ loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning over the weekend took on a life of their own. Was he hinting at joining Jon Cooper and the Lightning in the future?

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Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / March 25

Why Connor McDavid Just Looks… Tired of It All

Last night, Connor McDavid had one of those nights where it looked like he was playing a different game than everyone else. His Edmonton Oilers beat the Utah Mammoth 5-2.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 25

When the Oilers decide to commit, they are a Cup contender

You would go crazy trying to figure out why the Edmonton Oilers’ range of play has been so volatile this season. Some games they look like a team destined for the draft lottery, and others, like last night, remind you why overlooking them to make another deep playoff run is foolish.

Tristan Jarry News / NHL Trade Talk / March 25

Oilers Forced Into Another Big Decision with Jarry After Utah Win

The Edmonton Oilers likely didn’t see enough of Tristan Jarry on Tuesday to make a determination about whether he’s going to get the start on Thursday against Vegas, or if the team will go back to Connor Ingram in a must-win game versus the Golden Knights.

Tristan Jarry News / Oilersnation / March 25

Tristan Jarry back in win column as Oilers continue dominance over Utah

The Oilers needed a win on Tuesday to avoid falling into a three-game skid, but nobody needed one more than Tristan Jarry. The goaltender Edmonton acquired to stabilize things between the pipes had been pushed into a backup role earlier this month following a 7-2 loss to the Dallas Stars.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / March 25

Connor McDavid makes history as Oilers finally play the game Knoblauch has been asking for all season

Connor McDavid made history Tuesday night, reaching 1200 career points as the Edmonton Oilers beat the Utah Mammoth 5–2 at Delta Center. The captain scored twice, including an empty-net goal to seal the win, leading his team to an important road victory.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 25

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ milestone, a nice night for Tristan Jarry, and the Oilers getting value from Jack Roslovic

I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous about Tuesday’s game against the Mammoth, given how poorly the Edmonton Oilers had played in their last two games, but to our collective delight, we saw a much different team against Utah.

Calvin Pickard News / The Hockey Writers / March 25

The Oilers should call up Calvin Pickard

Although the Edmonton Oilers are just 6-4-1 over their last 10 games, it’s fair to say they’ve been getting some solid goaltending from Connor Ingram. He has handled the brunt of the work in net over the past couple weeks.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / March 25

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: Which prospects are rising or falling

Seasons are starting to wrap up. With the Scandinavian leagues, KHL, and NCAA all heading towards the playoffs, this means Edmonton Oilers prospects either have to lock in or are already done for the season.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 25

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 5-2 Win Over Mammoth

The Edmonton Oilers picked up two huge points in the race to the NHL postseason with a 5-2 victory over the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center in Salt Lake City on Tuesday (March 24).

Leon Draisaitl News / Yardbarker / March 24

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

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.