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Connor McDavid looks to start new scoring streak as Oilers visit Canucks

The slumping Vancouver Canucks are hoping this isn't the perfect storm when they host three-time NHL MVP Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night.

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Flashback Friday: Looking at the Oilers’ two most recent trades with Canucks

On Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers head on a brief road trip to take on the Vancouver Canucks. The two Western Conference Canadian teams have a shared history.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

Cujo and the Trade That Helped Save the Edmonton Oilers

In the mid-1990s, the Edmonton Oilers were a franchise drifting in the wake of their dynasty years. That search for identity ended on August 4, 1995, in a franchise-altering trade with the St.

Connor Ingram News / Oilersnation / January 16

Sending Connor Ingram to the AHL would be the wrong decision for the Oilers

For a team that has needed consistent goaltending, it sure would be a poor decision for the Edmonton Oilers to send Connor Ingram down. With Tristan Jarry being activated off the long-term injured reserve this week, the Oilers have three goaltenders on the roster, with Calvin Pickard being the third.

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NHL News / Oilersnation / January 16

Late power-play opportunity key for Islanders in shutout win over Oilers

Sometimes, all you need is one. That was the case on Thursday evening in Edmonton for the visiting New York Islanders, as star goaltender Ilya Sorokin turned aside all 35 shots that the Oilers threw his way for a 1-0 victory.

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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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 16

5 Takeaways From Oilers’ 1-0 Loss to Islanders

The Edmonton Oilers lost by a score of 1-0 to the visiting New York Islanders at Rogers Place on Thursday (Jan. 15) night. Anthony Duclair scored the game’s only goal, on the power play at 13:42 of the third period, to lift New York to victory.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 16

Oilers goalie prospect Connor Ungar has put the organization on notice

It’s no secret that the Edmonton Oilers have had a goaltending problem for many years. They eventually traded their homegrown talent in Stuart Skinner, acquiring Tristan Jarry in the process, to help solidify the crease.

Leon Draisaitl News / Breakaway on SI / January 16

Oilers HC Reacts to Leon Draisaitl's Barely-Missed Shot

The Edmonton Oilers entered yesterday's game as the clear favorites for the night. Between them being undefeated at the Rogers Place for the last six games and the New York Islanders struggling, many assumed it would be an easy job for Kris Knoblauch's men.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 16

Oilers goalie’d in shutout loss, Connor Ingram rules, and the end of Connor McDavid’s point streak

After falling to the Predators in overtime on Tuesday, the Oilers were back at home to close out their season series against the New York Islanders. The Islanders took the first round back in October, and if our boys were going to repay the favour, they would need to execute a whole lot better than what we watched a few nights ago.

Ilya Sorokin News / Oilersnation / January 16

Oilers can’t get anything past Ilya Sorokin as Islanders pick up 1-0 road win: Recap, Reaction, and Highlights

There’s nothing more boring than a game against the New York Islanders. That was the fate of the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday evening. After 60 minutes of “action”, the Oilers fell 1-0 to Ilya Sorokin.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 15

The Oilers have to stop tinkering with their bottom-six

The Edmonton Oilers may have figured out their ideal lines ahead of the 2026 trade deadline. After Adam Henrique went down with an injury on January 6th, Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch put together a makeshift third line of Isaac Howard, Jack Roslovic, and Matthew Savoie.

Kris Knoblauch News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15

Knoblauch’s Not Sure How Oilers Will Use Three Goalies

The Edmonton Oilers have three goalies that they trust. When Kris Knoblauch talked about Connor Ingram filling in for Tristan Jarry, there was no overanalysis—just a coach who likes what he’s seeing.

NHL News / Oilersnation / January 15

Condors forward Quinn Hutson named to 2026 AHL All-Star Classic

On Thursday, top Edmonton Oilers prospect and Bakersfield Condors winger Quinn Hutson was selected to participate in the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic. It’s the second consecutive season the Condors have had a rookie selected, with Matthew Savoie part of last year’s special edition game.

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

Oilers stumble into unexpected leverage at the trade deadline

The Edmonton Oilers may have stumbled into unexpected leverage at the trade deadline. With multiple Eastern Conference contenders dealing with goaltending injuries, Edmonton has received exploratory calls from the New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers, and Carolina Hurricanes regarding Calvin Pickard.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15

Does Suggested Oilers-Kraken Trade for Defenseman Make Sense?

The Edmonton Oilers are looking to improve several areas of their roster ahead of the March 6 NHL trade deadline, with their defense corps a priority. Jake Walman‘s return should help solidify a strong top four, so Edmonton is likely targeting a more tertiary piece to bolster the blue line.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / Professor Press Box / January 15

The Oilers’ Swiss Army Knife: Nugent-Hopkins Matters More Than You Think

The Edmonton Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (RNH) is closing in on 1,000 NHL games, and if you listen to Darnell Nurse talk about him, you get the sense that this milestone isn’t really about numbers.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

Where Does McDavid’s 20-Game Point Streak Rank in NHL History?

In the Edmonton Oilers’ 4-3 overtime loss to the Nashville Predators at Bridgeport Arena on Tuesday (Jan. 13), centre Connor McDavid notched two assists to extend his current streak to 20 games with at least one point.

Andrew Mangiapane News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 15

Senators, Oilers had trade talks regarding Andrew Mangiapane

Speaking on last week’s episode of Hello Hockey, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reported that the Ottawa Senators and Edmonton Oilers have had trade talks regarding forward Andrew Mangiapane.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 13

Oilers Activate Tristan Jarry, Jake Walman

The Edmonton Oilers are nearly back to full force. According to a team announcement, the Oilers have activated goaltender Tristan Jarry and defenseman Jake Walman from their long-term injured reserve.

Quinn Hutson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 12

Oilers Sign Quinn Hutson To Two-Year Extension

The Edmonton Oilers signed forward Quinn Hutson to a two-year, $1.775MM contract extension. The deal will carry an annual average value of $875K. Hutson was signed to a two-year, $1.75MM entry-level contract in April 2025, following the end of his career at Boston University.