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Have the Oilers put their early season woes behind them?

Have the Edmonton Oilers found their mojo? Is the early-season slump over? Have they, like in the last two years, finally started to find their game two months into the season?

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Oilers News & Rumours: Jarry Speculation, Goalie Hug Sparks Conversation, Walman

The Edmonton Oilers have found a way to get back on track as they aim to make another deep playoff run this season, and despite some injury issues early in the season, their depth has stepped up in a big way.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 7

Oilers Ride Strong First Period in 6-2 Win Over Jets

The Edmonton Oilers (13-11-5) hosted the Winnipeg Jets (14-13-1) on Saturday night (Dec. 6) in an all-Canadian matchup. This was their first meeting of the season, and the only one in Edmonton.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 7

Oilers' potent offense strikes early, often to put away Jets

Leon Draisaitl and Evan Bouchard each had a goal and an assist and Connor McDavid added two assists as the host Edmonton Oilers jumped out to a four-goal first-period lead and cruised to a 6-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday night.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 7

Another offensive explosion sees Oilers down Jets 6-2: Recap, Highlights, and Reaction

That’s two in a row. On Saturday evening, the Edmonton Oilers played their third game on the five-game homestand, defeating the Winnipeg Jets 6-2. This came just two days after they smashed the Seattle Kraken 9-4.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 6

Oilers Confirmed to Have Interest in Jarry, But Snag Holding Up Trade

Elliote Friedman reported during Saturday’s Headlines report that the Edmonton Oilers do have interest in Tristan Jarry of the Pittsburgh Penguins. However, he called the deal complicated, noting that the Penguins are not interested in retaining salary and the Oilers are not interested in trading Stuart Skinner to make the deal work.

Tristan Jarry News / NHL Trade Talk / December 6

Jarry-to-Oilers Rumors Never Added Up — At Least Not Right Now

The Tristan Jarry–to–Edmonton trade rumor spun itself into a frenzy Friday night after a questionable social media account reported the Oilers had acquired the Penguins’ starter.

Kris Knoblauch News / Oilersnation / December 6

Scenes From Morning Skate: Knoblauch sticks with four-goal second line

Kris Knoblauch didn’t exactly plan for Vasily Podkolzin, Leon Draisaitl, and Matt Savoie to become his second line against the Seattle Kraken, and now the Winnipeg Jets.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 6

3 Goalies the Edmonton Oilers Should Pursue in the Offseason

The Edmonton Oilers’ goaltending search has been a roller coaster ride that’s spanned several years, and while Stuart Skinner often pulls you right back in after a rough stretch of play, they can’t continue to be fooled by his rope a dope act.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / December 6

How some AHL successes could help the Edmonton Oilers sooner rather than later

It’s been an eventful season so far for the Edmonton Oilers. With the team seemingly getting closer to waking up from their traditional early season nap, it’s been a lot of the same old characters shouldering the load.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 6

Dear Santa: Edmonton Oilers Christmas Wish List

We are a few weeks away from the Christmas break, and the Edmonton Oilers are currently outside the playoff picture, sitting in fifth place in the Pacific Division with a record of 12-11-5 through 28 games.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / December 6

Oilers Set to Acquire 2x NHL All-Star Goalie

The Edmonton Oilers may finally be addressing their biggest weakness, as new rumors suggest the team is closing in on a trade for Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Tristan Jarry.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 6

Oilers clash with Jets, hoping to build on big win

It's been about three weeks and a span of 10 games since the Edmonton Oilers last won back-to-back games, and both of those contests were overtime victories.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 5

Stuart Skinner–Calvin Pickard's emotional moment sparks rumor about Tristan Jarry trade to Oilers

As much as there has been talk about the Edmonton Oilers and their goaltending situation, nothing is concrete in terms of a trade.

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Matthew Savoie News / NHL Trade Talk / December 5

Unexpected Advice Sparked Savoie’s Breakaway Beauty vs. Kraken

Edmonton Oilers rookie forward Matt Savoie delivered the first multi-goal performance of his NHL career on Thursday night — and he almost had three — making sure to credit an unlikely source for a breakaway beauty.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 5

Oilers Prospect Update: Fischer continues point streak, Wakely scores first NCAA hat trick, and more

It is a North American prospect update, and there were a few players in the Edmonton pipeline who have had strong outings recently. Paul Fischer has continued his point streak that has now reached five games, and his NCAA counterpart, Dalyn Wakely, netted his first career hat trick and continues to lead UMass Lowell in scoring.

Connor McDavid News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 5

Oilers’ Connor McDavid drops truth bomb after annihilation of Kraken

The Edmonton Oilers smoked the Seattle Kraken 9-4 on Thursday night, moving to 12-11-5 on the season. Those 29 points have them tied for the final Western Conference Wild Card spot and four points out of first place in the Pacific Division.

Evan Bouchard News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

Oilers’ Evan Bouchard Deserves to Be on Canada’s Olympic Roster

Evan Bouchard has been no stranger to criticism throughout his brief NHL career. Whether it be from Edmonton Oilers fans, or those of opposing teams, he often catches a ton of flack.

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / December 5

Connor McDavid Speaks Out After Hat Trick in Oilers' Win

Connor McDavid delivered a vintage performance Thursday night, recording his 13th career hat trick. It was a four point outing as the Edmonton Oilers overwhelmed the Seattle Kraken 9-4 at Rogers Place.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / December 5

Connor McDavid logs hat trick in Oilers' rout of Kraken

Connor McDavid scored three goals and added an assist as the Edmonton Oilers routed the visiting Seattle Kraken 9-4 on Thursday. Leon Draisaitl had a goal and three assists and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Evan Bouchard each had three helpers for the Oilers, who went 4-for-5 on the power play.

Asher Barnett News / The Oil Rig / December 4

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: Asher Barnett might get bonus development time

The Edmonton Oilers have changed their calendar to December now, which means the holidays are almost here. The Oilers have seen quite a few mid-late round gifts in the form of Tommy LaFreniere, David Lewandowski, and Asher Barnett.