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McDavid: Oilers excited to begin playoffs after ‘monotonous’ regular season

The regular season can be long and tedious. Take Connor McDavid’s word for it. On the eve of the Edmonton Oilers series opener against the Anaheim Ducks, the team practiced on Sunday morning and met with the media afterwards.

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Letters to the Editor: How optimistic should Oilers fans be about the 2026 playoffs?

It’s time to dig into this week’s Letters to the Editor. Want to join in the fun? Details about how to reach out are at the bottom of the article. The Edmonton Oilers were consistently mediocre all year.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / April 19

Oilers’ McDavid Makes Candid Regular Season Confession Ahead of Game 1

Connor McDavid spoke with the Edmonton Oilers media after the team’s practice on Sunday. He talked about the team being where they are after a trying regular season that left them, at one point, in a position where they felt they might actually fall out of playoff contention.

Leon Draisaitl News / Field Level Media / April 19

Leon Draisaitl set to return as Oilers battle Ducks

The Edmonton Oilers could be getting Leon Draisaitl back at just the right time. Draisaitl practiced for a second straight day on Sunday heading into Game 1 of the Western Conference first-round series against the visiting Anaheim Ducks on Monday night.

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The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

There have been 54 players to record multiple hat tricks in the Stanley Cup Playoffs in the NHL's Modern Era (since 1967-68) can you name in six minutes?

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NHL News / Oilersnation / April 19

Sunday Scramble: The paths to first-round victory for the Oilers and Ducks, and other series predictions

Does anyone else feel the strange sense of confidence going through Oilersnation right now? Maybe strange isn’t the right word. Riding the rail of ups

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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.

Leon Draisaitl News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 19

Why insider would be ‘surprised’ if Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl doesn’t play Game 1 vs. Ducks

The Edmonton Oilers are getting ready to face off against the Anaheim Ducks in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Oilers star Leon Draisaitl has been hurt, and fans are wondering when he will get back on the ice in this series.

Evan Bouchard News / Professor Press Box / April 19

Can Evan Bouchard Turn a Monster Season Into Playoff Dominance?

Evan Bouchard had a regular season that was, frankly, ridiculous. Ninety-five points, career highs all over the place, and he basically lived on the scoresheet from October through April.

Jason Dickinson News / Oilersnation / April 19

Oilers injury update: Jason Dickinson returns to practice as near-fully healthy lineup hits ice

Edmonton Oilers forward Jason Dickinson returned to practice on Sunday, a day ahead of Game 1 of their first-round matchup against the Anaheim Ducks. The Oilers took to the Rogers Place ice Sunday morning, where Dickinson skated on the third line alongside Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Jack Roslovic.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 19

5 Unforgettable Playoff Games Between the Oilers and Ducks

The Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks are set to face off in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Their best-of-seven series opens Monday (April 20) at Rogers Place in downtown Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / April 19

Former Edmonton Oilers playing in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The bracket is set. Matchups confirmed. Regular season done. And playoff hockey starts tonight. The best the sport has to offer, the greatest two months of the year.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 19

Ask Dubey: Do the Oilers have the goaltending to go deep in the playoffs?

Playoff season is back in Edmonton. As the Oilers look to go on another deep run to the Stanley Cup Final — hopefully coming out on top this time — one of the biggest questions surrounding the team is their goaltending.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 19

Oilers to Get Key Injury Updates Ahead of Game 1 vs. Ducks

The Edmonton Oilers will have a full practice on Sunday, and out of that skate should come some injury update news. Specifically, fans are eager to know if either Leon Draisaitl or Jason Dickinson will be healthy enough to play in Game 1 versus the Anaheim Ducks on Monday.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / April 19

Edmonton Oilers 2026 Playoffs: Round 1, Anaheim Ducks

The worst pillow fight ever is over; the Edmonton Oilers are in the NHL Playoffs again. What a weird way to clinch it was. Only having two 3 game winning

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 19

Oilers prospect David Lewandowski signs ATO with Condors, makes pro debut

A talented prospect has made his way to the pro ranks. On Thursday, the Bakersfield Condors, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers, announced that forward David Lewandowski signed an amateur tryout to join the team for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

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Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / April 18

This Connor McDavid stat might be his best chance at the Hart Trophy

Connor McDavid has one NHL award already wrapped up, his first regular-season award in three seasons. With a 48-goal and 138-point campaign under his belt, Edmonton Oilers star McDavid secured his sixth Art Ross Trophy, now only trailing Wayne Gretzky all-time in scoring titles.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 18

Oilers practice notes: Draisaitl back in regular spot, Dickinson to practice Sunday, Pickard returns

For those at Edmonton Oilers practice on Friday, they saw Leon Draisaitl making strides and looking like his usual self. An extra day before starting Game 1 against the Anaheim Ducks on Monday gives the Oilers group extra time to get some crucial pieces back in their lineup.

Josh Samanski News / Oilersnation / April 18

Is Josh Samanski in the Oilers’ opening-night playoff lineup?

With the start of the Edmonton Oilers’ postseason just around the corner, one of the biggest questions surrounding the team is what the lineup will look like once the puck drops for Game 1 on April 20.

Connor Ingram News / The Hockey Writers / April 18

Pressure Is on Connor Ingram to Come Through for the Oilers

One of the biggest question marks coming into the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs for the Edmonton Oilers will be the play of their goaltenders, especially their starter, Connor Ingram.

Leon Draisaitl News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Oilers Share Encouraging Update on Leon Draisaitl's Playoff Return Timeline

The Edmonton Oilers finished the 2025-26 regular season with a 41-30-11 record and 93 points. This secured third place in the Pacific Division and clinched

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / April 18

Wild McDavid Streak Makes Him the Clear Hart Trophy Favorite

In a season full of Hart Trophy-worthy performances, one statistic stands out, potentially above the rest as the ultimate measure of value: Connor McDavid recorded at least one point in all 41 of the Edmonton Oilers’ wins during the 2025-26 regular season.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 18

2 Local Kids Could Have Major Impact on Oilers’ Playoff Run

After consecutive Stanley Cup Final losses, the Edmonton Oilers finally look to get over the hump and bring the Cup north of the border for the first time since 1993.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 17

Players with the most to prove in the Stanley Cup playoffs

The NHL regular season has just wrapped up, and the chase for the Stanley Cup will begin Saturday with the Ottawa Senators kicking things off against the Carolina Hurricanes.

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