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Oilers need to ease up on playing time for McDavid and Draisaitl during heavy November schedule

While I was engaging in some online banter on who deserves the most blame for the game-winning JT Miller goal during Edmonton’s OT collapse against the New York Rangers on Thursday night, I couldn’t help but notice the time-on-ice distribution of the Oilers — it got me concerned about the direction the team is trending.

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Bouchard’s Aware of the Problem. Will the Oilers Force a Solution?

Evan Bouchard is not a bad hockey player. He is playing like a terrible one right now, however. Keenly aware that his turnovers are ghastly and causing

Kiefer Sherwood News / The Oil Rig / October 31

Edmonton Oilers weekly update: Keeping an eye on Kiefer Sherwood

With so many different people talking about our Edmonton Oilers, it can be tricky to keep up. Each week, we here at The Oil Rig will compile some of the biggest and best news, updates, rumours, and discussions for you to keep up-to-date on all things Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 31

Darnell Nurse scores two, Matt Savoie’s first NHL goal, and another spectacular Oilers collapse

When the Oilers and Rangers met up on October 14th, Edmonton grinded out a 2-0 win on the back of a Stuart Skinner shutout. It was one of those games where the boys needed their goalie to steal one, and that’s exactly what happened.

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The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 80 points in the 2024-25 NHL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

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NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 31

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-3 Overtime Loss to Rangers

The Edmonton Oilers lost in overtime to the visiting New York Rangers on Thursday (Oct. 30), falling by a score of 4-3 at Rogers Place. Defenceman Darnell Nurse lit the lamp twice for Edmonton while Oilers forward Matthew Savoie potted his first career NHL regular season goal.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 31

Knoblauch open to benching Bouchard as Oilers’ mistakes continue to mount

Even the Devil himself would be spooked by the way the Edmonton Oilers have been playing. As an October full of ghastly mistakes kept adding up for the Oilers, Halloween Eve saw them leave the candy bowl outside for the neighbourhood kids to pillage.

Leon Draisaitl News / Athlon Sports / October 31

Leon Draisaitl Addresses Oilers Situation After Tough Loss to Rangers

The Edmonton Oilers took another stumble Thursday night, as they failed to close out the New York Rangers in a frustrating 4-3 overtime loss at Rogers

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 31

Oilers Coach Breaks Down What Caused Their Downfall Against Rangers

The Edmonton Oilers lost 4–3 in overtime to the New York Rangers on Thursday at Rogers Place. J.T. Miller scored the winner at 2:49 of overtime with a wrist shot under Stuart Skinner’s blocker.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 31

Rangers Score 3 Unanswered Goals to Defeat Oilers 4-3 in Overtime

The Edmonton Oilers (5-4-3) hosted the New York Rangers (5-5-2) on Thursday night (Oct. 30) as the home team celebrated Adam Henrique’s 1,000th game milestone with a pregame ceremony.

NHL News / Oilersnation / October 31

Too many turnovers see Oilers blow lead to Rangers in OT loss: Recap, Highlights, and Reaction

That was a pretty ugly loss. On Thursday evening, the Edmonton Oilers hosted the New York Rangers for the second of three consecutive games at home. Despite leading 3-1 with under 12 minutes left in the game, the Rangers took this one 4-3 in overtime.

Matthew Savoie News / The Hockey Writers / October 30

Oilers’ Matt Savoie Scores First NHL Goal

Edmonton Oilers’ rookie Matt Savoie scored his first NHL goal on Thursday night (Oct. 30) against the New York Rangers with a power-play marker. He joined fellow rookie Isaac Howard, who scored his first NHL goal earlier in the season.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 30

Oilers’ Kris Knoblauch provides disappointing Zach Hyman update

The Edmonton Oilers have had to begin the 2025-26 NHL season without Zach Hyman, who suffered a dislocated right wrist during Edmonton’s Western Conference Final matchup this spring against the Dallas Stars on May 27.

Adam Henrique News / NHL Trade Talk / October 30

Adam Henrique Shocked By Being a First-Ever For the Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers will celebrate a remarkable milestone on Thursday night when veteran forward Adam Henrique is honored for playing in his 1,000th NHL game — becoming the first player in franchise history to reach the mark.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / October 30

The ‘October Oilers’ are back. Can they snap out of it again?

For better or worse, the Edmonton Oilers have cultivated a reputation over the last few seasons as being extremely slow starters. Back in 2022-23, the Oilers went 10-10-0 in their first 20 games before finishing with a 50-23-9 record and 109 points.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / October 30

McDavid’s Savings Paying Off for Red-Hot Oilers Defenseman

Connor McDavid’s recent team-first contract extension is already paying dividends for the Edmonton Oilers. By keeping his salary steady at $12.5 million per season, the Oilers realistically saved about $5 million or more on the extension.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 30

Breaking down the Edmonton Oilers’ mushy forward lines

This might sound unlikely, but the Edmonton Oilers are off to their best start in three seasons. The Oilers currently sit at 5–4–2 through their first 11 games.

Evan Bouchard News / The Hockey Writers / October 30

Has Oilers’ Bouchard Played Himself Out of a Spot on Team Canada?

Wednesday (Oct. 29) marked 100 days until the start of the 2026 Winter Games, which will take place in Italy from Feb. 6-22, with the men’s hockey tournament running from Feb.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 30

Top 100 Oilers: No. 66 — Pat Hughes

Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Pat Hughes comes in at No.

Connor Ungar News / Inside The Rink / October 30

ECHL: Greensboro Gargoyles Receive Goaltender Connor Ungar on Loan

Earlier today, the Greensboro Gargoyles announced that they have acquired goaltender Conor Ungar on loan from the Edmonton Oilers organization. Connor Ungar is a 6’1 goaltender from Calgary who spent last season in the ECHL with the Fort Wayne Komets.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 29

Five-goal period propels Oilers past Mammoth

Connor McDavid scored twice while Leon Draisaitl and Mattias Ekholm both collected one goal and one assist as the host Edmonton Oilers rode a five-goal second period en route to a 6-3 victory over the red-hot Utah Mammoth on Tuesday.