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Oilers recall Isaac Howard from AHL’s Condors

The Edmonton Oilers have made a late-season call-up as the continue their fight for the Pacific Division title. On Sunday, the team recalled forward Isaac Howard from its American Hockey League affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors.

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Oilers Recall Isaac Howard

The Edmonton Oilers announced that forward Isaac Howard has been recalled from the team’s AHL affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors. Howard has been in the AHL since January.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 12

The Edmonton Oilers Have Recalled Ike Howard from AHL

The Edmonton Oilers released a statement on Sunday that they have recalled forward Ike Howard from the AHL. In their post, they noted, “The first-year pro has scored 22 goals & 25 assists in 45 games with Bakersfield this season.” It’s likely this is a direct result of injuries to the Oilers roster.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 12

Kings shut out Oilers in what could be Anže Kopitar’s final game in Los Angeles

Six of the eight playoff spots in the Western Conference have now been clinched. Despite a 1-0 loss to Los Angeles on Saturday, the Oilers secured their place in the playoffs.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 12

Oilers Prospect Update: Tommy Lafrenière and William Nicholls’ CHL careers end as David Lewandowski fights on

With Round 1 of the CHL playoffs finished, two Edmonton Oilers prospects have been eliminated, with one fighting on after a big upset win. Tommy Lafrenière and William Nicholl both saw their respective CHL clubs get eliminated in the first round of playoffs.

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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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 12

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 1-0 Loss to Kings

This was a painfully boring matinee game as the Edmonton Oilers lost 1-0 to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday afternoon (April 11). Evan Bouchard’s turnover resulted in Artemi Panarin’s breakaway, and he made no mistake 7:34 into the first period.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / April 11

Oilers clinch berth in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

One of the league’s most notable franchises today is heading back to the postseason. Thanks to a series of events on Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers officially clinched a spot in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 11

Edmonton Oilers officially clinch berth into 2026 playoffs

Sometimes you need a little help crossing the finish line. The Edmonton Oilers are officially in the dance and have clinched a playoff spot on Saturday night.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 11

Connor Ingram solid in return, Max Jones the latest injured Oiler, and waiting on Clinchmas

The Edmonton Oilers had a chance to clinch a playoff berth on Saturday if they could grab at least a point in their matinee against the Los Angeles Kings.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 11

Oilers can’t punch own ticket to playoffs, lose 1-0 to Kings: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

The Edmonton Oilers no longer control their fate to finish first in the Pacific Division. On Saturday afternoon, the Oilers played their final road game of the season, ending a three-game road trip against the Los Angeles Kings.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 11

Oilers game notes: Final regular season road trip ends with matinee against Kings

It’s hard to believe the playoffs are as close as they are. For as much as this regular season has flown by for the Edmonton Oilers, it’s been a long, arduous winter.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / April 11

Biggest first-year players for the 2025–26 Edmonton Oilers

Every season, there’s a point where a new player stops feeling like just another addition and starts actually changing how the team looks. For the Edmonton Oilers, that doesn’t always come from the big names.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

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.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

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.

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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.

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.

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