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2 positives and 2 negatives from Oilers win over Kings

The Edmonton Oilers handed the LA Kings their fifth loss of the season on Tuesday night, and while the team's winning ways continued, there are some signs that the Oilers could see their first loss before long.

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Can The Oilers Realistically Fix Their Goaltending?

Only a handful of games into the NHL season, the Edmonton Oilers already have a troubling, all-too-familiar trend emerging in net. Entering the 2026-27 season, the Oilers had Tristan Jarry, Frederik Andersen, and Devon Levi in tow, along with many preconceived notions about all three and their ability to backstop the Oilers.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14

The NHL's early season breakout players in 2026-27

While established superstars continue to dominate the headlines, a handful of former first-round picks are beginning to take significant steps forward in their development.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 14

The Connor McDavid show, Devon Levi was sensational, and the Oilers win ugly in L.A.

The Edmonton Oilers were in Los Angeles on Tuesday and looking to sweep their California road trip after locking in wins in Anaheim and San Jose. And while

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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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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 14

McDavid has 17 points, but a red-hot Podkolzin complicates Oilers’ plans

Connor McDavid’s 800th NHL game was a four-point night, and he still wasn’t the only Edmonton forward who stood out. Vasily Podkolzin remains red hot for the Oilers, off to a career-best start.

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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.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / October 14

Oilers building the right way as McDavid dominates 800th game

On a night when he celebrated — and I use that term lightly — his 800th NHL game, Connor McDavid put on another show, contributing to all four Edmonton Oilers in a 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 14

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-1 Win Over Kings

The Edmonton Oilers (5-0-1) concluded their three-game California road trip with a 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings (0-3-2) on Tuesday night (Oct. 13).

Connor McDavid News / Larry Brown Sports / October 14

Connor McDavid had a great quote after playing his 800th NHL game

And just like that, Connor McDavid has already played 800 NHL games. The three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner hit that notable achievement on Tuesday, when the Edmonton Oilers faced the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.

Connor McDavid News / Field Level Media / October 14

Connor McDavid, Oilers overwhelm winless Kings

Connor McDavid scored a goal and added three assists to lead the visiting Edmonton Oilers to a 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night. With the win, the Oilers have points in six games to open the season and remain the lone team in the NHL without a regulation loss.

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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 14

Instant Reaction: Oilers sweep California road trip with 4-1 win over Kings

It’s nice to be on the other end of a stellar goaltender performance. On Tuesday evening, the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Los Angeles Kings 4-1 to move their season record to 5-0-1.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 13

Oilers’ Connor McDavid plays in 800th NHL game

Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid hit the ice for his 800th career NHL game Tuesday night, becoming the seventh player in franchise history to reach the mark.

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Zach Hyman News / Oilersnation / October 13

Oilers injury update: Hyman ‘really close’ to returning but out vs. Kings

Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman isn’t quite ready to return to the lineup on Tuesday night against the Los Angeles Kings. “They told me he’s not playing tonight,” said head coach Mike Babcock after morning skate.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / October 13

These 3 Oilers are surpassing expectations early on

As the back half of October approaches, the Edmonton Oilers are the darlings of the league early in the 2026-27 season. They keep scoring and they keep winning, and it isn't all 9-7 horse races either.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Oilers’ McDavid Has Set an Amazing Pace with Gretzky & Mario

Connor McDavid keeps quietly stacking numbers that put him in the same conversation as the game’s absolute legends. Look at the list of career points through 800 games.

Devon Levi News / Professor Press Box / October 13

Oilers’ Devon Levi: Could He Be the Answer in Goal?

The Edmonton Oilers may have found something interesting in Devon Levi. The 24-year-old is getting another start Tuesday night against the Los Angeles Kings, and while his early numbers aren't exactly setting the world on fire, there's a reason to pay attention.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Oilers Get Injury Updates on Hyman and Walman

The Edmonton Oilers will be without two key players when they face the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night, as Zach Hyman and Jake Walman remain sidelined with injuries.

Vasily Podkolzin News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

How Good Can the Oilers Vasily Podkolzin Become Anyway?

Vasily Podkolzin has become one of the Edmonton Oilers’ early-season stories. He’s scored five goals in five games, added two assists, and just potted the game-winner in a 3–1 win over San Jose.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Ex-GM Was Angry at Oilers Trade Offer. Who Is the Modern Version?

Every GM has a trade idea that sounded better in his own head than it did to the other side. For former Edmonton Oilers GM Craig MacTavish, it was offering Nail Yakupov to the New Jersey Devils for defenceman Adam Larsson.

Caleb Jones News / Oilersnation / October 13

NHL Notebook: Oilers climb power rankings, Caleb Jones traded

The Edmonton Oilers are on the rise. That’s according to Daily Faceoff’s latest weekly NHL power rankings, which slotted the Oilers as the third-best team in the league, a rise from the seventh spot they held last week.

Colton Dach News / Oilersnation / October 13

Why the Edmonton Oilers have kept Colton Dach at centre

The hardest element of the game for young pros is how to play without the puck. Connor McDavid is nearing his 30s, and he still has to focus extra hard on his off-puck play because he had a puck on his stick from birth until his final season with the OHL’s Erie Otters.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 13

Should Tristan Jarry or Devon Levi Be the Oilers’ No. 1 Goalie?

The Edmonton Oilers entered the 2026-27 NHL season with everyone wondering, who is their No. 1 netminder? Two weeks later, that question is no closer to being answered.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 12

Streaking Oilers represent significant challenge for winless Kings

The Edmonton Oilers will put their season-opening five-game points streak on the line Tuesday night in Los Angeles when they visit the Kings. Edmonton, which wraps up a three-game California road trip on Tuesday, remains the NHL's only team without a regulation loss after a 3-1 win over the San Jose Sharks on Saturday night.

Edmonton Oilers News / Inside The Rink / October 13

Edmonton Oilers 2026/2027: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly – Week 2

What I called The Ugly last week did a complete 180 this week. Seeing our goalies allow just 3 goals in 2 games is miles better than when they started the season allowing 2 touchdowns.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 11

Oilers Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Hallander Trade, Bouchard’s Dominance, & More

The Edmonton Oilers are off to a great 4-0-1 start, and they’re the only team without a regulation loss. They struggled defensively, allowing 13 goals in their first two games, but have been outstanding since, allowing just four goals in their last three games.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / October 8

Bouchard's historic start for Oilers has impressed Babcock

Evan Bouchard's historic start for Oilers has impressed Mike Babcock

Bouchard's hot start has been undeniable, as the elite 26-year-old offensive defenseman has six goals and five assists for a total of 11 points across four games.

Father Time rears its ugly head in Alex Ovechkin vs. Sidney Crosby rivalry

Senators' William Eklund leaves game with lower-body injury

Kraken' Ryan Lindgren lands on IR after getting hit hard 15 seconds into game

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