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NHL Analyst Rips Oilers’ Repeated Playoff Approach

The Edmonton Oilers have been criticized for years as a team with too many passengers and only a few stars. The argument is that, as good as Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are, it’s not enough.

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Oilers' Paul Coffey comments on rocky Kris Knoblauch relationship rumors

Edmonton Oilers assistant coach Paul Coffey is speaking out about rumors that he doesn’t have the greatest relationship with head coach Kris Knoblauch.

Alexander Ovechkin reveals when he will make decision on Capitals, NHL future

Mammoth unveil the coolest Zamboni in hockey history

Red Wings' playoff chances are all but officially gone

What If the NHL had a March Madness-style playoff committee?

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NHL News / Oilersnation / April 8

Oilers Game Notes: Road trip continues against San Jose team desperate for points

After a frustrating 6-5 overtime loss in Utah on Tuesday, the Oilers are right back in action on Wednesday in San Jose, looking to regroup on the second half of a back-to-back.

Calvin Pickard News / The Hockey Writers / April 8

Oilers Need to Bring Calvin Pickard up for the Playoffs

It’s a familiar story. The Edmonton Oilers need two goaltenders they can trust. They can trust starter and Masterton Trophy nominee Connor Ingram, but they can’t say the same for Tristan Jarry.

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The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 8

Oilers prospects William Nicholl, Tommy Lafrenière sign ATO’s to join Condors

A pair of Edmonton Oilers prospects are taking their talents to sunny Southern California. William Nicholl and Tommy Lafrenière have signed amateur tryouts with the Condors, the club announced Wednesday.

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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 / Oilersnation / April 8

Oilers Prospect Update: Condors close to clinching playoff spot with 6 games remaining

It wasn’t a pretty week for the Bakersfield Condors. Entering April on a high after winning three straight, the Condors are now losers of their last three games.

David Lewandowski News / The Hockey Writers / April 8

Oilers Prospect Lewandowski Makes Big Impression in WHL Playoff Upset

One day, David Lewandowski might give Edmonton hockey fans a lot to cheer about. On Monday (April 6), however, the Saskatoon Blades forward broke their hearts.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 8

Oilers’ Connor Ingram nominated for the 2026 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy

Connor Ingram has been named as the Edmonton Oilers’ nominee for the 2026 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. The 29-year-old goaltender was voted as the team’s nominee by the Professional Hockey Writers Association chapter in Edmonton.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 8

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 6-5 Overtime Loss to Mammoth

On Tuesday night (April 7), the Edmonton Oilers secured a crucial point but ultimately fell 6-5 in overtime to the Utah Mammoth. This was Utah’s first win over Edmonton in six meetings.

NHL News / The Oil Rig / April 8

The Utah Mammoth as a first-round opponent for the Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers are rounding into form just in time for the playoffs, but they have not had their best regular season as a whole. The cozy confines of the pillow fight Pacific Division gives the Oilers a shot at the division crown all the same.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 8

Pre-Scout: Oilers chomped lineup looks for bite against Sharks

On the one hand, the Edmonton Oilers got a point, showing some resilience despite being outshot and outchanced by the Utah Mammoth. On the other hand, the Oilers squandered three leads, struggled to break out of their zone, and seemed far too loose for a team readying itself for the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / April 8

Kris Knoblauch gets heartwarmingly candid looking back on 15-year-old Connor McDavid’s team-first mentality

Edmonton Oilers Head Coach Kris Knoblauch has coached Connor McDavid at two critical junctures of his career, first as a 15-year-old in junior hockey and now as an NHL superstar leading the league in scoring.

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 8

Oilers blow multiple leads before falling to Mammoth in overtime

After putting together a season-high five-game winning streak, the Oilers have now dropped back-to-back games, surrendering 11 goals in the process. Edmonton fell 5-1 at home to Vegas on Saturday, then blew multiple leads in a 6-5 overtime loss in Utah on Tuesday.

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NHL News / Oilersnation / April 8

Oilers nab loser point, but fall 6-5 to Mammoth in OT: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

That was a pretty brutal game by the Edmonton Oilers. On Tuesday evening, they began a three-game road trip, with their first stop in Salt Lake City to face the Utah Mammoth.

Colton Dach News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 7

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).

Zach Hyman News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 7

Oilers’ Zach Hyman gets encouraging injury timeline as Stanley Cup playoffs near

The Edmonton Oilers are currently tied atop the Pacific Division with the Anaheim Ducks with 87 points. With only five games remaining in the regular season, every point earned will prove to be crucial.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 7

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.

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.

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 / 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?

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.

Edmonton Oilers 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.

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.