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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.

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Refs lift Maple Leafs over Oilers in spirited game: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

Coming off an embarrassing 7-3 loss, the Edmonton Oilers were once again beaten by a team on the second half of a back-to-back. On Tuesday evening, the Oilers hosted the Toronto Maple Leafs in the penultimate game before the Olympic break, with the Oilers dropping this one 5-2.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 3

Scenes From Morning Skate: Why Andrew Mangiapane is taking Curtis Lazar’s spot in the Oilers’ lineup

Andrew Mangiapane is drawing into the Edmonton Oilers lineup tonight, replacing Curtis Lazar. And if you’re an Oilers fan reading that sentence, you’re probably groaning.

NHL News / Oilersnation / February 3

GDB 57.0: Cross Country Rivalry renews between Oilers and Maple Leafs (6:30 PM, SN)

The Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs only play each other twice a year. They’ve never met in the playoffs, yet both fanbases dislike one another, and any time the Maple Leafs and Oilers play, the hype leading up to the games is higher than most opponents.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 3

Signs Point to Oilers–Maple Leafs Trade Before the Deadline?

The Edmonton Oilers host the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night at Rogers Place as both teams look to finish strong ahead of the upcoming three-week Olympic break—at least for those not heading to Milan to play in the tournament.

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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

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

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Artemi Panarin News / Oilersnation / February 3

Why the Oilers trading for Artemi Panarin isn’t as far-fetched as you think

When news broke that the New York Rangers wouldn’t be signing Artemi Panarin to a contract extension, instead looking to find him a new home, it was reasonable to dismiss the idea of the Edmonton Oilers trading for him.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / February 3

Tonight’s Showdown: McDavid vs. Matthews Could Be Pure Fire

Hockey fans could be in for a fun game tonight. The Edmonton Oilers are hosting the Toronto Maple Leafs at Rogers Place, and honestly, just watching the two superstars—Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews—go at it is worth the price of admission.

NHL News / EasySportz / February 3

Canadian Clash: Maple Leafs vs. Oilers Preview for Feb. 3

EDMONTON, Alberta — The Toronto Maple Leafs roll into Rogers Place on Tuesday night to face the Edmonton Oilers in what figures to be one of the more electric midweek NHL showdowns of the season.

Tristan Jarry News / NHL Trade Talk / February 3

Might Jarry’s Comments Lead to a Trade Between Oilers and Maple Leafs?

Expect trade talk to pick up over the next 24 hours, with names being tossed around like candy at a parade. How much truth there is to what gets discussed remains a mystery, but with the Olympic break just hours away, and trade chatter reaching full volume.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / February 3

What Makes Connor McDavid Great? His Obsession for Winning

If there’s one thing you notice reading Connor McDavid’s letter to Canada, it’s how much he just wants to win. Not fame, not breaks, not the Bahamas. Playing to win.

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

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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.

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Evan Bouchard News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

Canadian Olympic Team Made Right Decision Leaving Bouchard Off Roster

Edmonton Oilers defenceman Evan Bouchard has been playing some incredible hockey of late, racking up eight goals and 15 assists while firing 54 shots on goal and registering a plus/minus rating of plus-12 over the last 15 games.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / February 3

Edmonton Oilers rumour roundup: Eyes on Jesper Wallstedt and Artemi Panarin

As the league prepares for the long Olympic break, the trade market will freeze. A return to action will see a race towards the trade deadline, forcing teams to decide on the direction of their franchise.

Kris Knoblauch News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

Former Oilers Forward Calls Out Knoblauch Over Player Deployment

The Edmonton Oilers are a tough team to judge in 2025-26. While they have turned things around after what was a slow start to the season, they’ve still yet to look like the true Stanley Cup contender they had in both 2023-24 and 2024-25.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 3

Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl, Mattias Ekholm talk about Calvin Pickard going on waivers: ‘Great goalie and a great human being’

On Sunday, Edmonton Oilers goaltender Calvin Pickard was placed on NHL waivers, eventually clearing on Monday. Before the transaction was officially through, there was worry in the Edmonton locker room that Pickard could be claimed by another team.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / February 3

Generous Oilers focused on sagging defense for clash vs. Leafs

With two games remaining before the Winter Olympics break, the Edmonton Oilers hope to shift their defensive mindset when they host the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 3

Looking at the Oilers cap situation after Pickard cleared waivers

After being placed on waivers on Sunday, Calvin Pickard cleared on Monday. The Oilers were putting off a tough decision, given that, from all accounts, Pickard appears to be a well-liked member of the dressing room.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / February 2

McDavid Reveals Why Winning in Edmonton Means More

If you read Connor McDavid’s letter to Canada, one thing hits you fast: this guy could’ve taken the easy road, the bright lights, whatever he wanted. Instead, he stuck with Edmonton.

Leon Draisaitl News / Breakaway on SI / February 2

Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl Key to Germany’s Olympic Hopes

The 2026 Winter Olympics are just around the bend, and with NHL players returning to the event, the hockey world has transfixed its gaze onto Milan for what should be a fascinating scene.

Tristan Jarry News / Professor Press Box / February 2

Is Tristan Jarry the Goaltender the Oilers Need?

Watching Tristan Jarry in an Edmonton Oilers uniform these past few weeks has been a bit of a rollercoaster. On paper, the stats are troubling. Sub-.900 save percentage, over 3.5 goals against per game, and fifteen goals allowed in just his last three starts.

Calvin Pickard News / The Oil Rig / February 2

Calvin Pickard has officially cleared waivers, eligible to be sent down to the Bakersfield Condors

It has been a stressful 24 hours. The Edmonton Oilers placed goalie Calvin Pickard on waivers yesterday, and at noon, it was announced that he had cleared waivers.

Atro Leppanen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 2

Oilers Sign Atro Leppanen To Two-Way Extension

The Oilers announced they’ve signed defenseman Atro Leppänen to a two-way extension. The deal carries an $850K NHL salary for 2026-27 with a $360K minors salary and a $400K guarantee, per PuckPedia.