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On YouTubeConnor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / January 7
So Much for the Tired McDavid 'Shoot the Puck' Narrative
Connor McDavid was tired of hearing the same old song and dance about his propensity to pass the puck rather than shoot it at the start of the 2025-26 season.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 7
Oilers’ Bottom Six Looked Much Better Without Frederic & Mangiapane
The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Nashville Predators 6-2 on Tuesday night on the back of Connor McDavid’s hat trick. However, many Oilers played well, especially their depth players.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 7
Polarizing Goalie Decision Looks Different for the Oilers Right Now
The Edmonton Oilers are trying to answer a whole new set of goaltender questions these days, but it wasn’t that long ago that many wondered if their best solution was to make a trade with the Anaheim Ducks for John Gibson.
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
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Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / Oilersnation / January 7
Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins posts 500th assist of NHL career
One of the longest-standing members of the Edmonton Oilers has reached a significant milestone. On Tuesday night, in a game against the Nashville Predators, Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins registered the 500th assist of his NHL career, becoming just the sixth player to reach the mark as a member of the franchise.
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Corey Perry News / NHL Trade Talk / January 7
The Corey Perry Void: Did the Oilers Blink First?
The view from the Rogers Place press box on Tuesday night was an expensive one. As the Edmonton Oilers hosted the Nashville Predators, nearly $7.5 million in active salary sat upstairs in suits.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / January 7
Elliotte Friedman speculates former Oiler could return to Edmonton in Andrew Mangiapane trade
The Edmonton Oilers’ ongoing efforts to move Andrew Mangiapane have taken a new twist with NHL insider Elliotte Friedman speculating that former Oiler Ryan Strome could be heading back to Edmonton as part of a potential deal with the Anaheim Ducks.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 7
Connor McDavid hat trick, Leon Draisaitl owns the Predators again, and Kasperi Kapanen’s Oilers return
The Edmonton Oilers haven’t exactly played their best hockey since coming back from the Christmas break, and I was hopeful that the visiting Nashville Predators could be just what the doctor ordered.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 7
Injury Forced Oilers Experiment — and Something Unexpected Emerged
Adam Henrique’s early exit may have forced the Edmonton Oilers into an unexpected experiment — one that could actually pay off. The Oilers picked up a much-needed 6–2 victory over the Nashville Predators, but it came at a cost.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / January 7
Why Edmonton Oilers’ Kasperi Kapanen should be a reserve forward for Finland’s Olympic team
Last night, Edmonton Oilers forward Kasperi Kapanen made his return to the lineup after an extended injury absence. That absence included a setback at practice, when he was on the verge of returning initially.
Leon Draisaitl News / Breakaway on SI / January 7
Germany Leaning on Oilers' Leon Draisaitl for Olympic Push
Germany unveiled its roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, and the team will lean heavily on Edmonton Oilers superstar Leon Draisaitl to lead their medal push.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 7
5 Takeaways From Oilers’ 6-2 Win Against Predators
Connor McDavid notched his 14th career hat trick to lead the Edmonton Oilers to a 6-2 victory over the Nashville Predators at Rogers Place on Tuesday (Jan.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 7
Two months ahead of the NHL trade deadline, the Oilers’ plan remains unclear
This year’s NHL trade deadline will fall on March 6th, meaning we are just two months away from the final day for General Managers to make moves. Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman has already gotten involved in the trade market this season, and he didn’t exactly dip his toes into the waters either.
Adam Henrique News / Oilersnation / January 7
Oilers injury news: Adam Henrique out ‘a little while’ after leaving game against Predators
The revolving door of banged-up players continued for the Edmonton Oilers. While Kasperi Kapanen returned from injury to score a goal and an assist in the Oilers’ 6-2 win over the Nashville Predators, Adam Henrique left the game in the first period after reportedly blocking a shot.
Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / January 7
Red-hot Connor McDavid's hat trick sparks Oilers over Preds
The goals were McDavid's 26th, 27th and 28th and extended his point streak to 16 games.
Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 6
Oilers Activate Kasperi Kapanen, Move Tristan Jarry To LTIR
The Oilers announced they’ve activated right winger Kasperi Kapanen from long-term injured reserve, allowing him to return to the lineup for tonight’s game against Nashville.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 6
Oilers’ Press Box Is Getting Crowded With Healthy Scratches
The Edmonton Oilers’ press box is getting expensive. In the pressure cooker of the Oilers’ Stanley Cup window, a mid-season healthy scratch is not about one bad game, and forwards Trent Frederic and Andrew Mangiapane have found themselves in the press box more often recently.
Tristan Jarry News / Athlon Sports / January 6
Oilers' Tristan Jarry Development Emerges Before Predators Game
The Edmonton Oilers received a clear update on Tristan Jarry ahead of their matchup with the Nashville Predators. NHL reporter Tom Gazzola shared a video of Jarry on the ice working with goalie coach Peter Aubry.
Andrew Mangiapane News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 5
Multiple Teams Interested In Andrew Mangiapane
On Saturday, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman shared that the Edmonton Oilers were actively looking to trade forward Andrew Mangiapane. Despite the struggles that might come with attempting to trade a higher-priced winger with another year left on his contract, some potential suitors have reportedly emerged.
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