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Leon Draisaitl named Germany flagbearer for 2026 Winter Olympics

One of the best players in the world is receiving one of sport’s greatest honours. On Wednesday, the German Olympic Sports Confederation announced that Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl will be one of the flagbearers for Germany at the Opening Ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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By the Numbers: How '84 Defined the Dawn of the Edmonton Oilers Dynasty

In the grand narrative of the NHL, the number “84” stands as the ultimate "changing of the guard". This wasn't a polite passing of the torch; the Edmonton Oilers essentially snatched it.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 4

GDB 58.0: Oilers’ recent PK woes and the need to be better defensively (8:00 PM, SN)

The Edmonton Oilers’ inconsistent regular-season play continued again last night in a 5-2 loss to Toronto. The Oilers had stretches where they controlled the game and generated many quality looks, however, the lack of focus at key points in the game cost them again.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 4

Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl, Bruins’ David Pastrnak earn special Olympic honor

The 2026 Winter Olympics, hosted by Milano and Cortina, Italy, are underway. The opening ceremony for the Olympics will take place on Friday, as over 90 countries are introduced.

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The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Andrew Mangiapane News / The Hockey Writers / February 4

Oilers Coach Is Treating Andrew Mangiapane Differently

Edmonton Oilers’ head coach Kris Knoblauch benched forward Andrew Mangiapane during the second period of the Oilers’ 5-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night (Feb.

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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 / NHL Trade Talk / February 4

Potential Oilers Top Target Coming off Trade Board

With the NHL roster freeze just hours away, the Edmonton Oilers are searching the market for upgrades. On what feels like a daily basis, a new name gets linked to them.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 4

Scenes From Morning Skate: The Oilers need this one

The Edmonton Oilers went 4-4 over a homestand that could’ve pushed them into first place in the Pacific Division. Instead, they got smoked 5-2 by the Toronto Maple Leafs at Rogers Place last night.

Kris Knoblauch News / Athlon Sports / February 4

Kris Knoblauch Slams Oilers After 5-2 Loss to Maple Leafs

Head coach Kris Knoblauch did not hold back after the Edmonton Oilers dropped a 5-2 decision to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night. As the game began, both teams looked strong, and it ended 0-0.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 4

Pre-Scout: Oilers limp into Battle of Alberta with long-term questions brewing

Welp…that sucks. Don’t fret, though, Edmonton Oilers fans. Soon, you too will get a break from this team, a much-needed and much-deserved break at that.

Leon Draisaitl News / Daily Faceoff / February 4

Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl named Germany’s flagbearer for 2026 Winter Olympics

Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl has been named as one of Germany’s flagbearers for the 2026 Winter Olympic opening ceremony, which is set to take place in Milan, Italy, on Friday.

NHL News / The Oil Rig / February 4

Edmonton Oilers get goalied, lose 5–2 to Toronto Maple Leafs

The Edmonton Oilers finished a lengthy homestand last night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. This was a team the Oilers beat solidly on their ice a couple months ago.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 4

Oilers complete disappointing homestand with loss to Leafs

The Edmonton Oilers wrapped up their longest homestand of the season on Tuesday with a 5-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, closing the door on an eight-game stretch that offered far more uncertainty than clarity.

Bauer Berry News / The Oil Rig / February 4

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: A Bauer Berry for your blueline

Teams within the system are performing at all levels with the Edmonton Oilers second in their division, the Bakersfield Condors third in theirs, and the Fort Wayne Komets second in theirs.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 4

Oilers Situation With Mangiapane Takes Another Complicated Turn

Andrew Mangiapane’s situation with the Edmonton Oilers took another complicated turn Tuesday night as questions swirled around his reduced ice time in a game where many felt he was among the team’s most effective forwards.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 4

6 Takeaways From Oilers’ 5-2 Loss to Maple Leafs

The Edmonton Oilers concluded their eight-game homestand with a 5-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night (Feb. 3). This was a high-event game that also saw a fight between Darnell Nurse and Brandon Carlo after Carlo took down Connor McDavid in the neutral zone.

NHL News / Oilersnation / February 4

The Oilers penalty kill sucks again, Frederic tries to fight the wrong guy, and one more game until the Olympics

Oilers, Leafs. Leafs, Oilers. They’re games that always bring a big, split, noisy crowd to Rogers Place, and it was no different Tuesday night, with competing chants all three periods.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 4

Oilers, Flames strive to turn fortunes in Battle of Alberta

The Edmonton Oilers failed to take advantage of a lengthy homestand. Now they must try to turn the tide on the road in their final game before the Olympic break.

Edmonton Oilers News / Total Pro Sports / February 4

'This Isn’t How It Was Supposed To Go' – Connor McDavid Reveals How A Loss Ruined His Bachelor Party

For nearly a decade, Connor McDavid has carried the weight of the Edmonton Oilers on his shoulders. Every season begins with expectations, every loss magnified, and every playoff run judged by one standard alone.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / February 4

Oilers Player Sends Critical Message After Loss to Maple Leafs

The Edmonton Oilers have not been playing up to par of late, as they have now lost two games in a row following a 5-2 defeat at the hands of the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 3

Connor McDavid shows winning desire with Players' Tribune letter

For Connor McDavid, there’s a chance for this Team Canada experience to be an international coming-out party in front of a far-reaching audience than seen at the North American-focused 4 Nations Face-Off.

2026 Olympic men’s hockey team preview: Canada

Matthew Tkachuk issues a warning to the Panthers after injury news

Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini wanted to throw it down on center ice

Artemi Panarin would waive to join Oilers as rental in Cup chase

Surprising Barry Trotz decision gives Predators chance to reset

NHL News / Inside The Rink / February 3

Montreal Canadiens and Edmonton Oilers linked to trade

With the timing of the season, rumors will pop up everywhere, and a recent one has the Montreal Canadiens and Edmonton Oilers rumored to be on a deal.

Generous Oilers focused on sagging defense for clash vs. Leafs

Wild outlast Canadiens in overtime thriller

25 current NHL players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 3

Kris Knoblauch Pushes Back on Criticism of Evan Bouchard’s Defense

Evan Bouchard is almost always a major topic of discussion around the hockey world for one reason or another. His offensive abilities stack up with the best defensemen in the world, and while he’s capable of playing sound defense, every once in a while, there’s a major gaffe or mistake that fans love to harp on.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / February 3