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Leon Draisaitl vs. the Predators, Tristan Jarry’s Oilers return, and what Jake Walman brings on defence

After picking up a win on Monday night in Chicago, the Oilers were right back to work less than 24 hours later in Nashville for the second half of their back-to-back set.

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Connor McDavid reaches rare milestone on 29th birthday

Connor McDavid celebrated his 29th birthday with another milestone in his incredible hockey career. During Tuesday’s game against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., McDavid successfully extended his point streak to 20 games, as he finished the contest with a pair of assists.

NHL News / Oilersnation / January 13

Overtime blunder costs Oilers win against Predators: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

The Edmonton Oilers have picked up at least a point in their last five games. Unfortunately, Tuesday’s game against the Nashville Predators saw the Oilers fall 4-3 in overtime in the second game of a back-to-back.

Connor McDavid News / Professor Press Box / January 13

When Do We Admit Connor McDavid Is Playing a Different Sport?

Every season, there’s a stretch where we start looking for new words to describe Connor McDavid. And every season, those words run out pretty quickly. Monday night against Chicago was another one of those quiet McDavid games that somehow rewrites the record book.

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The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 13

Oilers Activate Jarry, Walman Amid Several Roster Moves

The Edmonton Oilers will be getting some reinforcements ahead of Tuesday night’s clash in Nashville against the Predators on the second night of a back-to-back.

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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.

Tristan Jarry News / The Hockey Writers / January 13

Oilers Face Goalie Dilemma With Jarry About to Return From Injury

On Saturday (Jan. 10), Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch said that the team expects goaltender Tristan Jarry to play “some time this coming week.” Jarry, who has been sidelined since Dec.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 13

Scenes From Morning Skate: Oilers to wear magical alternate jerseys for final time this season against Predators

The Edmonton Oilers are pulling out the alternate away jerseys one last time on this road trip, and honestly, who’s going to complain? They haven’t lost in them yet.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 13

Oilers Activate Tristan Jarry, Jake Walman

The Edmonton Oilers are nearly back to full force. According to a team announcement, the Oilers have activated goaltender Tristan Jarry and defenseman Jake Walman from their long-term injured reserve.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / January 13

Oilers’ Jarry, Walman activated off long-term injured reserve

Some reinforcements are returning for one of the surging teams in the Western Conference. On Tuesday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that goaltender Tristan Jarry and defenseman Jake Walman have been activated off long-term injured reserve.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 13

Oilers injury news: Jake Walman, Tristan Jarry activated from long-term injured reserve, Henrique moved to LTIR

Here comes the cavalry. The Edmonton Oilers have activated defenceman Jake Walman and goaltender Tristian Jarry from the Long-Term Injured Reserve, the club announced Tuesday.

NHL News / Oilersnation / January 13

Pre-Scout: Predators wrap up homestand against an Oilers team that has their number

Déjà vu all over again. Just a week ago, the Edmonton Oilers gave the Nashville Predators a home beatdown in a 6-2 victory. Now they renew hostilities

NHL News / Inside The Rink / January 13

Edmonton Oilers at Chicago Blackhawks Post-Game, January 12th 2026

First Period Goals: Zach Hyman (14) / Evan Bouchard (35), Connor McDavid (49) at 14:41 / 1-0 EDM First Period Penalties: No Penalties First Period Shots:

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 13

Oilers Linked to Surprise Defensive Targets Ahead of Trade Deadline

On a recent episode of Oilersnation Everyday, The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta suggested the Edmonton Oilers might have eyes on two blue line targets from the Winnipeg Jets.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / January 13

Edmonton Oilers rumour roundup: Boone Jenner for Andrew Mangiapane?

While the Edmonton Oilers have yet to string together three straight wins this season, they have been fairly consistent. Sitting second in the Pacific Division, the Oilers remain in a decent position as the second half of the season gets underway.

Quinn Hutson News / NHL Trade Talk / January 13

Oilers’ Deal with Quinn Hutson Makes Path to NHL Clear

The Edmonton Oilers have locked up one of their most intriguing young forwards, announcing Monday that Quinn Hutson has signed a two-year contract extension carrying an average annual value of $875,000.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 13

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-1 Win Against Blackhawks

Evan Bouchard scored twice to lead the Edmonton Oilers past the host Chicago Blackhawks by a score of 4-1 at United Center on Monday (Jan. 12) night. Leon Draisaitl and Zach Hyman also tallied for Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 13

Oilers undefeated in cream jerseys, Zach Hyman’s goal heater, and Andrew Mangiapane’s return

The Oilers got back in the win column on Monday night with a 4-1 victory over the Blackhawks, shaking off Saturday’s frustrating loss to the Kings. That’s not to say that getting the win in Chicago was smooth sailing for 60 minutes, but it was the kind of response you want to see after letting a game slip away the way they did two nights ago.

Connor McDavid News / Field Level Media / January 13

Predators plot to slow Oilers, Connor McDavid

Connor McDavid, riding a 19-game point streak, leads the Edmonton Oilers into a road game against the Nashville Predators on Tuesday. It will be the second contest of a back-to-back for the Oilers, who defeated the host Chicago Blackhawks 4-1 on Monday night for their third win in four games (3-0-1).

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 12

Oilers sign Quinn Hutson to two-year contract extension

The Edmonton Oilers have agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension with forward Quinn Hutson, the club announced Monday afternoon. Hutson, 24, has one goal in four NHL games with the Oilers this season.

Quinn Hutson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 12

Oilers Sign Quinn Hutson To Two-Year Extension

The Edmonton Oilers signed forward Quinn Hutson to a two-year, $1.775MM contract extension. The deal will carry an annual average value of $875K. Hutson was signed to a two-year, $1.75MM entry-level contract in April 2025, following the end of his career at Boston University.

Connor McDavid News / The Oil Rig / January 12

Connor McDavid has decided that the more shots he takes, the better it is for his game

At the beginning of the season, Edmonton Oilers fans must have been thinking the same thing. Is Connor McDavid going to have another season similar to his campaign in 2022–23, where in 82 games he was able to put up 64 goals and 89 assists for 153 points?

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 10