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Oilers hold off defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes

It's been an insanely fast-paced and storyline-filled week of hockey. The Edmonton Oilers only added to that with their Thursday contest against the Carolina Hurricanes, which they ended up winning 6-5 in a shootout.

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How has Babcock got the Oilers players’ attention?

Hockey fans and pundits wondered how Mike Babcock would impact the Edmonton Oilers. Early in the season, he’s clearly had a positive influence on the team.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Oilers’ dynamic duo dominated against reigning Cup champs

It was one of the most dominant performances from Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl during their tenure with the Edmonton Oilers. The dynamic duo had a

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / October 23

Oilers Connor McDavid Is in Some Ridiculously Good Company

There are hot starts, and then there are really hot starts. Reaching 30 points in your first 10 games of the season ranks near the very top. As the NHL graphic below shows, Connor McDavid is in a small club with three of the best ever to play in the NHL.

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Connor McDavid Breaks Gretzky’s Record With Historic Start

There comes a point when describing Connor McDavid as the best player in hockey no longer feels sufficient. What the Edmonton Oilers captain is accomplishing goes beyond dominating his generation.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 23

It’s looking a lot like 2006: The Edmonton Oilers’ Hometown Remix kit has vibes of iconic run

Before Rogers Place opened its doors, before the era of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and well before the era of Evan Bouchard, there was a long playoff drought.

Tommy Lafreniere News / Oilersnation / October 23

Oilers Prospect Update: Tommy Lafreniere continues to show out for Western Michigan

We’re now in full swing in the hockey stratosphere. Many Edmonton Oilers prospects around the world have had an impressive start to the season. Tommy Lafreniere’s two-way game has been on full display for Western Michigan University.

Mattias Ekholm News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Oilers Announce Mattias Ekholm News After Early Exit vs. Hurricanes

The Edmonton Oilers picked up another win Thursday night, but they also lost one of their top defensemen to an injury that will keep him out for some time.

Mathieu Joseph News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Oilers’ Mathieu Joseph Could Be Rejuvenating His Career with Early Season Success

The Edmonton Oilers got busy this summer shoring up all departments for another playoff run. One addition the team made on July 1 for forward depth was journeyman Mathieu Joseph, who signed a one-year, $1 million deal.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Zach Hyman News / NHL Trade Talk / October 23

Zach Hyman’s viral wink steals the show in Oilers’ shootout win

Zach Hyman may have sold a penalty, and he doesn’t seem to mind that everyone noticed. In a tight and entertaining game between the Edmonton Oilers and Carolina Hurricanes — one that had a little bit of everything — Hurricanes fans are livid with Hyman for embellishing, then looking up and winking, an obvious sign he’d gotten away with something.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 6-5 Shootout Win Over Hurricanes

The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Carolina Hurricanes by a score of 6-5 in a thrilling game that went to a shootout at Rogers Place on Thursday (Oct. 22).

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 23

Oilers secure comeback win, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ impactful return, and more Connor McDavid magic

The Edmonton Oilers are working through their five-game home stand, and they had a huge test on deck with the defending Stanley Cup champs in town. Coming into Thursday’s matchup, the Carolina Hurricanes rolled into Rogers Place with a 6-1-0 road record, and arguably presented the Oilers with their biggest challenge to date.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / October 23

Edmonton Oilers October 2026 European prospect update

The Edmonton Oilers cohort of European prospects features a mixed bag of players with some newly drafted, and others having been in the organization for years.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 23

NHL roundup: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins lifts Oilers past 'Canes in shootout

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored a shootout goal to complete a special return to the lineup as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the visiting Carolina Hurricanes 6-5 on Thursday night.

Mattias Ekholm News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Oilers’ Mattias Ekholm out at least one week with upper-body injury

Edmonton Oilers’ defenseman Mattias Ekholm will be out at least one week after he suffered an upper-body injury during Thursday’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes, head coach Mike Babcock told reporters after the game.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / Field Level Media / October 23

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins leads Oilers over Hurricanes with shootout goal

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins converted for a shootout goal to complete a special return to the lineup as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the visiting Carolina Hurricanes 6-5 on Thursday night.

NHL News / Oilersnation / October 23

Instant reaction: Oilers mount comeback in thrilling shootout win over Hurricanes in a classic

The Edmonton Oilers had a measuring-stick game on Thursday, as they welcomed the defending Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes into Rogers Place. It was a battle between two of the NHL’s top teams, and they delivered an instant classic.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Connor McDavid becomes fourth NHLer ever to register 30 points in first 10 games

Just when you think you’ve seen it all from Connor McDavid, he continues to one-up himself. During Thursday night’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Edmonton Oilers‘ captain became the fourth player in NHL history to get 30 points in his first 10 games of a season with a five-point night.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 23

Connor McDavid joins rare club with latest 5-point game

Connor McDavid joins rare club with another 5-point game to open season

The first three weeks of the 2026-27 NHL season have been the Connor McDavid show.

Yaroslav Askarov's early save of the year is huge for Sharks' big picture

Roope Hintz forces OT, then tallies winner as Stars overtake Jets

Justin Barron has career night as Blues trump Golden Knights

Tim Stutzle's chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

Penguins explain Ben Kindel medical emergency after his return to Pittsburgh

Jason Dickinson News / Professor Press Box / October 22

Jason Dickinson’s Injury Is Another Test of the Oilers’ Depth

There’s a difference between losing a star player and losing someone who helps make the rest of the lineup work. For the Edmonton Oilers, Jason Dickinson’s placement on injured reserve reminds us that the less celebrated parts of a hockey team can matter more than people realize.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 22

Oilers Activate Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

The Edmonton Oilers announced today that forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has been activated off of injured reserve. In a corresponding move, the club placed center Jason Dickinson on IR.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 22

Mike Babcock’s advice to Isaac Howard: ‘Don’t let any coach decide where you’re going’

This may not have been the start that Isaac Howard envisioned when beginning the 2026-27 season with the Edmonton Oilers. While the team’s overall success is visible with a 7-1-1 record, the Oilers’ top prospect is still finding his place in the National Hockey League, averaging 9:33 of ice time a night on Edmonton’s fourth line.

Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / October 22

Babcock Says He Had 'Good Talk' with Oilers Forward After Losing Ice Time

Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock admitted that young forward Isaac Howard got shafted in the team’s last game, but he’s not worried about the winger, whom Babcock says he talked to about his minutes, and believes he’s got a solid future ahead of him in the NHL.

Devon Levi News / Professor Press Box / October 22

Oilers Devon Levi's Numbers Tell an Interesting Story

Something interesting is happening with Devon Levi in Edmonton, and I don't think we should get too hung up on one number just yet. The 24-year-old Oilers goalie has won five of his first six games.

Nathaniel Day News / The Oil Rig / October 22

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: Dayln Wakely is off to a scorching hot start

The Edmonton Oilers have proved that they are legit contenders once again this year with a 7–1–1 record. In the system both the Oilers AHL and ECHL affiliates have officially started their seasons, and these teams are polar opposites of each other.