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Oilers offence emerges in a big way

Three goals in each period. Four goals at 5×5. Four power play goals. One shorthanded goal. Six different goal scorers. Nine goals in a game for only the third time in the last 20 seasons, and the Edmonton Oilers had a lot of smiles after their 9-4 victory over the Seattle Kraken last night.

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Oilers Prospect Update: Fischer continues point streak, Wakely scores first NCAA hat trick, and more

It is a North American prospect update, and there were a few players in the Edmonton pipeline who have had strong outings recently. Paul Fischer has continued his point streak that has now reached five games, and his NCAA counterpart, Dalyn Wakely, netted his first career hat trick and continues to lead UMass Lowell in scoring.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 5

Oilers score nine and feel fine after offensive breakout

The Edmonton Oilers needed that. They really needed that. About everything that could’ve gone their way Thursday night did in their 9-4 walloping of the Seattle Kraken, as Connor McDavid notched his 13th career hat trick, four players posted three or more points, and many a milestone was hit.

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

The 'Active 40-goal NHL season leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 5

Knoblauch Sarcastically Credits Odd Source for McDavid Breakout

Connor McDavid told the media after Thursday’s 9-4 win over the Seattle Kraken that he approached the game with a shooter’s mentality. “I thought I passed a couple away the other night.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Jordan Binnington News / The Oil Rig / December 5

Jordan Binnington could waive trade protection for Edmonton Oilers per top goalie analyst

Just last week, Elliotte Friedman made something very clear about the Edmonton Oilers’ approach to goaltending this season that they are not making a lateral move.

NHL News / The Oil Rig / December 5

Edmonton Oilers have historically dominated the Seattle Kraken so they made history, win 9–4

The Edmonton Oilers continued their homestand last night against the Seattle Kraken. Following a frustrating game in which they got shut out by the goalie they could have once had, it was imperative to dominate the Kraken just like they did five days prior.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / December 5

McDavid ‘Stirred Up’, Changed Mentality Leads To Huge Hat Trick

If there was one thing that had changed for Connor McDavid as he entered Thursday’s game against the Seattle Kraken, it was how much he intended to shoot the puck.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 9-4 Win Over Kraken

It was a night for the ages on Thursday (Dec. 4) at Rogers Place, where the Edmonton Oilers erupted for a 9-4 victory over the Seattle Kraken. Connor McDavid

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 5

Connor McDavid’s hat trick, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins quietly solid, and Oilers getting more from Vasily Podkolzin

We didn’t have to wait long for the Oilers and Kraken to square off again after what was a spicy afternoon in Seattle on Saturday. That game started to boil over a little bit, and it was nice to see two Pacific Division teams getting fired up and getting after it.

Evan Bouchard News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

Oilers’ Evan Bouchard Deserves to Be on Canada’s Olympic Roster

Evan Bouchard has been no stranger to criticism throughout his brief NHL career. Whether it be from Edmonton Oilers fans, or those of opposing teams, he often catches a ton of flack.

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / December 5

Connor McDavid Speaks Out After Hat Trick in Oilers' Win

Connor McDavid delivered a vintage performance Thursday night, recording his 13th career hat trick. It was a four point outing as the Edmonton Oilers overwhelmed the Seattle Kraken 9-4 at Rogers Place.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

McDavid’s Hat Trick Leads Oilers to Commanding 9-4 Victory Over Kraken

The Edmonton Oilers (12-11-5) hosted the Seattle Kraken (11-8-6) on Thursday night (Dec. 4). This was their third meeting of the season, with Seattle defeating Edmonton 3-2 on Oct.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / December 5

Connor McDavid logs hat trick in Oilers' rout of Kraken

Connor McDavid scored three goals and added an assist as the Edmonton Oilers routed the visiting Seattle Kraken 9-4 on Thursday. Leon Draisaitl had a goal and three assists and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Evan Bouchard each had three helpers for the Oilers, who went 4-for-5 on the power play.