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Oilers’ Ingram Can Make History by Winning Masterton Trophy

On Wednesday (April 8), the NHL announced this season’s nominations for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. One player from each of the league’s 32 teams is nominated for the award, which honours the player who is judged as best exemplifying qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to ice hockey.

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Projecting the Edmonton Oilers’ 2026 Playoff Lineup

With just three games remaining in the regular season for the Edmonton Oilers, it’s time to turn our focus to what things will look like for them when the postseason begins.

Jason Robertson News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

Oilers Should Offer Sheet Jason Robertson This Offseason

The Edmonton Oilers are currently focused on trying to win their first Stanley Cup since 1990, and they seem poised to push for the top spot in the Pacific Division.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 11

The Oilers final stretch and a thought on 50 goals

As we head into the final week of the Edmonton Oilers’ season, there is still a high level of variance when it comes to where this team could finish in the Pacific Division standings.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / April 11

Pre-Scout: Oilers and 'no brainer' MVP McDavid visit Kings to clinch playoff berth

Kasperi Kapanen thinks it’s a no-brainer: Connor McDavid should be the Hart Trophy winner. Hard to argue after McDavid’s game on Wednesday, which almost single-handedly elevated the Edmonton Oilers against the San Jose Sharks.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Darnell Nurse News / Oilersnation / April 10

Top 100 Oilers: No. 38 — Darnell Nurse

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

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 10

Flashback Friday: Looking back at the Oilers-Kings 2025 first round series

It’s only a matter of time before the Edmonton Oilers punch their ticket to the 2026 playoffs. With just three games left in the season, all the Oilers need to do this Saturday against the Los Angeles Kings is earn a point.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 10

How the Edmonton Oilers can clinch a playoff spot this weekend

The Edmonton Oilers have the opportunity to get the ‘x’ beside their name in the NHL standings and clinch a playoff berth on Saturday. All the Oilers

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 10

Edmonton among cities who could host new PWHL team

The City of Edmonton are among those across North America who could be in line for a Professional Women’s Hockey League team. The PWHL, now in its third season, has been the most successful rendition of a pro women’s league, with eight teams now established.

Connor McDavid News / Field Level Media / April 10

Connor McDavid on a timely heater as Oilers visit Kings

If the Edmonton Oilers are going to win their first division title since 1987, it will likely be the result of Connor McDavid's play. McDavid is red hot heading into Edmonton's road matchup on Saturday afternoon against the Los Angeles Kings.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / April 10

Oilers GM Reveals Zach Hyman's Status After Kris Knoblauch Comments

The Edmonton Oilers will enter Saturday's road matchup against the Los Angeles Kings with a 40-29-10 record, 90 points and the Pacific Division lead. Despite

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / Oilersnation / April 10

Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins nominated for 2026 King Clancy Trophy

The Edmonton Oilers’ longest-tenured player is being recognized for his work off the ice. On Friday, the NHL released the 32 nominees for the 2026 King Clancy Memorial Trophy and the Oilers’ nominee is forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins.

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The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz

The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 10

Stan Bowman offers injury update on four key Oilers

Oilers Now host Bob Stauffer asked Bowman about the status of some key players who recently went down with injuries.

Connor McDavid racks up 3 goals, 5 points as Oilers trounce Sharks

The 'Most 5-point NHL games' quiz

Tomas Cibulka News / The Oil Rig / April 10

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: Tomas Cibulka Could be dark horse prospect

Seasons are changing, both outside and in the rink, as most Edmonton Oilers prospects are wrapping up their season. The NCAA seasons have ended, most European prospects are done, and the AHL/ECHL are gearing up for playoffs.

Connor Ingram News / The Oil Rig / April 10

Connor Ingram: From uncertainty to NHL consistency

Connor Ingram has settled into the crease for the Edmonton Oilers. This season, he’s providing stability in net at the NHL level—delivering consistent performances, earning trust, and giving his team a reliable presence from start to start.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

Oilers’ McDavid Should Be Clear-Cut Hart Trophy Favourite

If Connor McDavid were to retire today, he would be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Though the Edmonton Oilers forward doesn’t have a Stanley Cup, he does have 1,210 career points, 150 postseason points, five Art Ross Trophies, four Ted Lindsay Awards, three Hart Trophies, a Rocket Richard Trophy, and a Conn Smythe.

Edmonton Oilers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 10

Oilers fan gives birth at Rogers Place mid-game

An Edmonton Oilers fan experienced an unforgettable night at Rogers Place over the weekend, when she went into labor and gave birth during the team’s home game against the Vegas Golden Knights.

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The 'Most 5-point NHL games' quiz

How many of the NHL players with nine or more five-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

Connor Ingram News / Athlon Sports / April 9

Oilers Coach Addresses Connor Ingram's Benching Amid Injury Concerns

The Edmonton Oilers continued their late-season push with a 5-2 win over the San Jose Sharks, collecting two points in a tight Pacific Division race. The

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / April 9

Evan Bouchard Joins Elite Company, Strengthens Case for Norris Trophy Recognition

The Edmonton Oilers have long been known for elite offensive talent, but on the blue line, historic production has been rare. That’s what makes Evan Bouchard’s 90-point season so significant.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 9

Owen Michaels: Everything to Know About Oilers’ Newest Signing

The Edmonton Oilers have been active on the free agent market, as NCAA players look to decide where they sign if they want to make the jump to the professional level, and Owen Michaels was someone that many teams had interest in signing, but he ended up inking a one-year deal with the Oilers.

Evan Bouchard News / Daily Faceoff / April 9

Evan Bouchard becomes first Oilers defender to register 90 points in a season since Paul Coffey

Evan Bouchard has made history, becoming the first Edmonton Oilers’ defenseman to record 90 points in a single season since Paul Coffey did in 1985-86.

Kris Knoblauch News / NHL Trade Talk / April 9

Paul Coffey comments on Kris Knoblauch relationship rumors

Oilers' Paul Coffey comments on rocky Kris Knoblauch relationship rumors

Edmonton Oilers assistant coach Paul Coffey is speaking out about rumors that he doesn’t have the greatest relationship with head coach Kris Knoblauch.

Alexander Ovechkin reveals when he will make decision on Capitals, NHL future

Mammoth unveil the coolest Zamboni in hockey history

Red Wings' playoff chances are all but officially gone

What If the NHL had a March Madness-style playoff committee?

Top 10 NHL prospects to watch at the 2026 NCAA men’s Frozen Four

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

Colton Dach News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 7

Oilers Activate Colton Dach From Long-Term Injured Reserve

Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch told reporters Tuesday that forward Colton Dach will be in the lineup tonight against the Mammoth, signaling he’s been activated from long-term injured reserve (via Jack Michaels of Sportsnet).