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‘Something needs to change’: Fans react as Oilers suffer worst home loss since Decade of Darkness

‘Something needs to change’: Fans react as Oilers suffer worst home loss since Decade of Darkness

Throughout the years, the Oilers have had some stinky games, but none have been as embarrassing as the one on Saturday night against the Colorado Avalanche.

Trent Frederic News / NHL Trade Talk / November 9
Oilers Spent $30M on Physical Forward Who Says No One Will Fight Him

Oilers Spent $30M on Physical Forward Who Says No One Will Fight Him

After a humiliating 9–1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche, Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Frederic had the chance to show some fire. Instead, he delivered an explanation that left fans shaking their heads.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 9
Did Oilers Hit ‘Rock Bottom’ in Crushing 9–1 Reality Check vs Avs?

Did Oilers Hit ‘Rock Bottom’ in Crushing 9–1 Reality Check vs Avs?

The Edmonton Oilers didn’t just lose to the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday night — they were dismantled. A 9–1 thrashing wasn’t merely a defeat; it was a message.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / November 9
Oilers Must Address Key Position After Hitting Rock Bottom

Oilers Must Address Key Position After Hitting Rock Bottom

The Edmonton Oilers suffered their most embarrassing loss in recent memory, dropping a contest to the Colorado Avalanche by a final score of 9-1. It was the first time in three years since the team allowed so many goals in a game, and now the franchise is facing a major dilemma.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 9
Ugliest Stats From Oilers’ 9-1 Loss to Avalanche

Ugliest Stats From Oilers’ 9-1 Loss to Avalanche

The Edmonton Oilers’ 9-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche at Rogers Place on Saturday (Nov. 8) night was bad. Really bad. Like really, really bad. Just how bad?

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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 / November 9
3 Takeaways From Oilers’ Embarrassing 9-1 Loss to Avalanche

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ Embarrassing 9-1 Loss to Avalanche

The Edmonton Oilers got utterly embarrassed on Saturday night (Nov. 8) by a score of 9-1 at the hands of the Colorado Avalanche. Connor McDavid scored for Edmonton, while Cale Makar (2), Parker Kelly (2), Nathan MacKinnon (2), Jack Drury (2), and Gavin Brindley scored for Colorado.

NHL News / Oilersnation / November 9
Embarrassed Oilers can only hope loss to Avalanche is rock bottom

Embarrassed Oilers can only hope loss to Avalanche is rock bottom

Saturday night was a measuring-stick kind of game. Hockey Night in Canada. The Edmonton Oilers hosting the Colorado Avalanche on three days rest. McDavid vs.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 9
Oilers’ Early Season Struggles: Who’s to Blame & Who’s Contributing Positively?

Oilers’ Early Season Struggles: Who’s to Blame & Who’s Contributing Positively?

In previous seasons, the Edmonton Oilers getting off to a slow start would worry fans, but coming into the 2025-26 campaign, fans expected a slower start and were willing to be patient as the team looked to make another deep playoff run.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / November 9
Oilers Coach Assigns Blame After Blowout Loss to Avalanche

Oilers Coach Assigns Blame After Blowout Loss to Avalanche

The Edmonton Oilers are searching for answers after a 9-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday. The defeat marked their third straight loss and dropped their record to 6-6-4.

NHL News / Oilersnation / November 9
Oilers handed worst loss since 2009 in 9-1 walloping by Avalanche: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

Oilers handed worst loss since 2009 in 9-1 walloping by Avalanche: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

This is rock bottom. On Saturday evening, the Edmonton Oilers returned home to host the Colorado Avalanche. The Oilers did not win. About six and a half minutes into the game, Cale Makar scored his fifth of the season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 8
Oilers’ Mattias Ekholm set to play 900th NHL game

Oilers’ Mattias Ekholm set to play 900th NHL game

When the Oilers hit the ice tonight against the Colorado Avalanche, veteran defenceman Mattias Ekholm will hit another impressive milestone in what has been a rock-solid NHL career.

NHL News / Oilersnation / November 8
Oilers Thoughts: How the addition of Jack Roslovic has changed the lineup

Oilers Thoughts: How the addition of Jack Roslovic has changed the lineup

As I’m sure you’re aware by now, Jack Roslovic signed a one-year deal with the Edmonton Oilers for $1.5 million, circling back after he didn’t have any big-money takers before then.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 8
Oilers’ Power Move: McDavid, Draisaitl, and Red-Hot Forward Together

Oilers’ Power Move: McDavid, Draisaitl, and Red-Hot Forward Together

The Edmonton Oilers are loading up. Head coach Kris Knoblauch is rolling out Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Jack Roslovic on the same line for their clash with the Colorado Avalanche — one of the NHL’s most dominant and fast-paced teams.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 8
Scenes From Morning Skate: Maybe the Oilers just need to get embarrassed

Scenes From Morning Skate: Maybe the Oilers just need to get embarrassed

The Edmonton Oilers are 6-5-3 and nothing has worked to fix what’s broken. Talking about it hasn’t worked. Line changes haven’t worked. Player-led meetings haven’t worked.

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When Oilers will have Zach Hyman back in lineup, per Kris Knoblauch

When Oilers will have Zach Hyman back in lineup, per Kris Knoblauch

The 6-5-4 Edmonton Oilers are waiting patiently for the return of star forward Zach Hyman. Although his original target date of November 1 has passed, head coach Kris Knoblauch revealed that the plan is for the 33-year-old to play at some point in the next week.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / November 8
Do the Edmonton Oilers have a coaching and systems issue?

Do the Edmonton Oilers have a coaching and systems issue?

It hasn’t been a particularly pretty start to the 2025–26 season for the Edmonton Oilers. Sitting at 6–5–4, Oil Country has had an inconsistent rollercoaster in the first 15 games.

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 7
Perfect trade target could emerge for Oilers to get a star goalie

Perfect trade target could emerge for Edmonton Oilers to land a star goalie

As much as everyone wants to deny it, the clock is ticking on the Edmonton Oilers' window to win a Stanley Cup with Connor McDavid. Here's a move the Oilers should make. 

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