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First round rematch proved the Oilers can succeed without first period dominance

The Edmonton Oilers were forced into another multi-goal deficit against the Anaheim Ducks. But unlike their season-opening contest, the Oilers were able to complete the comeback, reversing a 2-0 deficit to secure a 5-2 win against the Anaheim Ducks.

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Oilers’ Evan Bouchard Becoming Undeniable: Thank Goodness That Trade Never Happened…

Evan Bouchard is one of the NHL’s most elite offensive defencemen. He’s been overlooked because of his perceived defensive warts, but what he’s doing this season suggests Norris Trophy talk is already pigeonholing him.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 8

Evan Bouchard stays hot, the Oilers’ penalty kill problems, and Jason Dickinson’s first game back

After a very strong details win over Seattle on Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers hit the road for a three-game California road trip that started in Anaheim.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 8

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: Underrated prospects in the system

It may not be Halloween yet, but the Edmonton Oilers’ fanbase had some scary close calls in their first three games of the season against the Vancouver Canucks.

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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?

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Devon Levi News / Oilersnation / October 8

Levi stands tall, gives Oilers a chance in win over Ducks

It’s amazing what good goaltending can get you. Take the Edmonton Oilers’ 5-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night, where, in the first period, their netminder Devon Levi was shelled by the California club.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 8

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 5-2 Win Against Ducks

The Edmonton Oilers extended their winning streak to three games with a 5-2 victory over the host Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center on Wednesday (Oct. 7). Defenceman Evan Bouchard scored twice for the Oilers, who also got goals from forwards Kasperi Kapanen, Connor McDavid, and Vasily Podkolzin.

Isaac Howard News / Oil on Whyte / October 8

Oilers 2026-27 top 10 prospects, No. 1: Isaac Howard has the potential to breakout

Finishing off the Edmonton Oilers top 10 prospects rankings at Oil on Whyte, we have Isaac Howard. Originally drafted by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round, 31st overall at the 2022 NHL Draft, after developing with the U.S.

Filip Hallander News / Oil on Whyte / October 8

The Oilers are taking a big gamble on Filip Hallander

Filip Hallander might be heading from one star forward-loaded NHL franchise to another, but the Edmonton Oilers are facing more than just the risk of one getting lost in the woods.

Evan Bouchard News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 8

Oilers’ Evan Bouchard reaches milestone no one has touched since first year of NHL

Evan Bouchard has always been known for his ability to move the puck from the blue line. Four games into the 2026-27 season, the Edmonton Oilers defenseman is putting up the kind of scoring numbers the NHL has not seen from a blueliner in more than a century.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / October 8

NHL roundup: Leon Draisaitl logs 4 assists as Oilers storm past Ducks

Leon Draisaitl had four assists to lead a huge second period in the Edmonton Oilers' 5-2 road win over the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday. Down 2-0 at the first intermission, Edmonton stormed back with five unanswered goals in the second frame.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 8

Oilers erase early deficit with 5-goal second period, down Ducks

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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.

NHL News / Oilersnation / October 8

Instant Reaction: Explosive second period pushes Oilers to 5-2 win over Ducks

There will be a Game 8. On Wednesday night, the Edmonton Oilers continued their good start to the 2026-27 season, defeating the Anaheim Ducks 5-2 in a first-round matchup from 2026.

Jason Dickinson News / NHL Trade Talk / October 8

Oilers get unlucky, losing another forward as Dickinson returns

The Edmonton Oilers can’t seem to catch a break. The minute it looks like they’re about to get a healthier lineup, they lose another player. Following news that the Oilers traded for Filip Hallander of the Pittsburgh Penguins, it was also reported that the team was activating Jason Dickinson off the injured reserve.

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Jason Dickinson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 7

Oilers Activate Jason Dickinson

The Edmonton Oilers announced that veteran center Jason Dickinson has been activated off of injured reserve, clearing the way for him to play in tonight’s game against the Anaheim Ducks.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 7

Oilers place Colton Dach on injured reserve, activate Jason Dickinson

The Edmonton Oilers have made a pair of coinciding roster moves on Wednesday ahead of their game against the Anaheim Ducks. The team activated centre Jason Dickinson from injured reserve, while placing Colton Dach on it.

NHL News / Oilersnation / October 7

Bowman liked Hallander’s mix of skill and pace: ‘He’s going to fit in well’

Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman said they were interested in Filip Hallander a couple years ago before they acquired the Pittsburgh Penguins forward on Wednesday morning.

Jason Dickinson News / Professor Press Box / October 7

Jason Dickinson Is Back, and the Oilers Need What He Brings

Jason Dickinson is back in the Edmonton Oilers' lineup tonight against the Anaheim Ducks, and that may matter more than it sounds. Dickinson missed the first three games of the season with a foot injury, but he's expected to return on the second line with Trent Frederic and Kasperi Kapanen.

Filip Hallander News / Oilersnation / October 7

Getting to know new Oilers forward Filip Hallander

The Edmonton Oilers have made their first trade of the 2026-27 season. On Wednesday morning, the team traded Spencer Stastney to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for forward Filip Hallander.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 7

Grading Oilers & Penguins’ Stastney-for-Hallander Swap

The Edmonton Oilers had too many defensemen on their roster, while the Pittsburgh Penguins were dealing with an overabundance of forwards. On Wednesday (Oct.

NHL News / Oilersnation / October 7

Pre-Scout: Oilers are California Dreamin’ of playoff payback against Ducks

Nothing builds team morale like a road trip, and this one for the Edmonton Oilers is perfect. Three games in sunny California with multiple days between each matchup?

Filip Hallander News / NHL Trade Talk / October 7

There’s Something Familiar About the Filip Hallander Trade for the Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers have traded a defenceman for a forward listed as a center who has barely played the position in the NHL. In acquiring Filip Hallander

Evan Bouchard News / The Hockey Writers / October 7

Oilers’ Bouchard Snubbed in Early Norris Trophy Poll

It took just three games for Evan Bouchard to declare where he belongs in the Norris Trophy conversation. The Edmonton Oilers defenceman has opened the 2026-27 season with four goals and eight points, leading all NHL defencemen in scoring and ranked second among all NHL players behind only Connor McDavid.

Jake Walman News / The Oil Rig / October 7

Should the Edmonton Oilers have any concern with Jake Walman?

The Edmonton Oilers have gotten off to an interesting start to the season. Their offence has been elite, defence has been alright, and goaltending has been questionable, to say the least.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 7

Is it too early to tell who has the Edmonton Oilers’ starting goaltender spot?

Ah, the Edmonton Oilers and goaltending. The two go together like peanut butter and jelly. One of the biggest talking points, as it’s been with seemingly every Oilers season this century, is the quality of the goaltending Edmonton will get this season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 4

Oilers Looking To Add Forward Depth

The Oilers have been hit with a rash of injuries to start the season, especially up front. However, their back end remains relatively healthy. To that