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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).

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Oilers Could Be in a Mess Without Hyman and Draisaitl

This is not good news for the Edmonton Oilers. Losing Leon Draisaitl and Zach Hyman right as the playoffs hit hurts. The Oilers still have Connor McDavid, and he’s basically a one-man highlight reel.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 7

Oilers European free agent targets: German-born Veit Oswald brings tantalizing speed

The Edmonton Oilers have built a solid track record of being active in the free-agent market, including European talent. Evidenced by the recent Czech signing of Tomáš Cibulka, and last year’s crop of Josh Samanski, Atro Leppänen and Viljami Marjala, they are always willing to bring in risk-free prospects.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / The Hockey Writers / April 7

Oilers Need Far More From Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

Things are much less tense surrounding the Edmonton Oilers than they were just a few short weeks ago. Yes, they are without both Leon Draisaitl and Zach Hyman, but they’ve also been able to play some of their best hockey as of late, which has them looking like a near lock to make the playoffs for the seventh-straight year.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 7

Report: Oilers to sign prospect Maxim Berezkin to one-year, entry-level contract

Maxim Berezkin appears ready to head to North America and join the Edmonton Oilers. The 24-year-old is expected to sign a one-year, entry-level contract with the Oilers, according to The RG’s Daria Tuboltseva.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 7

Oilers News & Rumours: Michaels, Dach, Berezkin & More

The Edmonton Oilers continue to push to win the Pacific Division as the 2025-26 regular season comes to a close, and are hoping they can find a way to finally win their first Stanley Cup since 1990 after coming up short in the previous two seasons.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 7

Oilers Set to Sign Russian Power Forward Maxim Berezkin

The Edmonton Oilers are expected to add another intriguing piece to their forward group next season, as Russian winger Maxim Berezkin is set to sign a one-year entry-level contract.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / April 7

The Edmonton Oilers could land German undrafted free agent Veit Oswald

The 2026 NHL playoffs are taking place in 12 days. It is time to start talking about the offseason and what the Edmonton Oilers will do. What are some of the moves that they make before the start of the 2026–27 season?

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 7

Oilers Game Notes: Sprint for Pacific crown begins with potential first-round preview in in Utah

The Oilers are in control of their destiny with five games remaining in the regular season. A strong finish could result in Edmonton’s first division title since the 1980s, while a stumble could send them on the road for the first round of the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / April 7

The Edmonton Oilers are getting hot at the right time

There’s less than two weeks before the Stanley Cup Playoffs begin, which means it’s officially crunch-time in the NHL. Out in the Eastern Conference, the battle for the final playoff spots seems to shift by the hour, as teams rise and fall into positions.

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 7

Pre-Scout: Oilers control their fate in Mammoth matchup

This spot seems eerily similar for the Edmonton Oilers. Exactly two weeks ago, the Oilers visited the Utah Mammoth fresh off a home Saturday night loss where the team didn’t really have it.

Jacob Perreault News / Inside The Rink / April 6

ECHL: Jacob Perreault Suspended One Game

The ECHL Department of Player Safety has suspended Maine Mariners forward Jacob Perreault one game for his actions in yesterday’s game vs Trois-Rivières Lions.

Chris Pronger News / NHL Trade Talk / April 6

Oilers Could Lose Key Executive — Is Chris Pronger the Perfect Replacement?

The Edmonton Oilers may soon be facing a significant change in their front office, as assistant general manager Bill Scott continues to draw interest around the league for general manager vacancies — including reported interviews with the Nashville Predators.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 6

Oilers injury update: Draisaitl to skate this week, playoff start status uncertain

The return of the Edmonton Oilers‘ second-best player isn’t etched into stone. Head coach Kris Knoblauch softened on Leon Draisaitl being ready for the first game of the postseason when talking to reporters on Monday.

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Oilers Give Update on Draisaitl: Might Miss Playoff Games

Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch spoke with the media on Monday before the team went out on the road later today. He was asked about the status of both Zach Hyman and Leon Draisaitl.

Leon Draisaitl News / Field Level Media / April 6

Oilers' Leon Draisaitl might not be ready for playoff opener

Out with a lower-body injury since March 15, Edmonton Oilers star forward Leon Draisaitl might miss the beginning of the Stanley Cup playoffs, coach Kris Knoblauch told reporters on Monday.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 6

Oilers Prospects Barnett and Park Set to Compete in 2026 Frozen Four

Edmonton Oilers fans will have at least a couple reasons to tune into the upcoming Frozen Four, and their names are Asher Barnett and Aidan Park. Not only

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / April 6

The Edmonton Oilers are breaking patterns and creating opportunity

If you are an Edmonton Oilers fan, you should most likely get your blood pressure checked. As the 2025–26 season nears its end and we inch ever closer to the playoffs, the Oilers have exhibited several varying patterns in their play.

Zach Hyman News / Professor Press Box / April 5

Losing Zach Hyman Changes the Oilers' Game

Losing Zach Hyman — even for a little while — stings for the Edmonton Oilers. He’s one of those players whose contributions don’t always show up as highlight-reel theatrics, but you notice them in the scoreboard, in the dirty areas, and when opponents suddenly have one less headache to worry about.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 4

Oilers’ Zach Hyman Out With Lingering Injury

The Edmonton Oilers are opting for the careful approach as another successful season nears its end. Top winger Zach Hyman will be held out of Saturday’s matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights, head coach Kris Knoblauch told Robert Tychkowski of Edmonton Sun.