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Connor Ingram News / Oilersnation / December 21

Scenes From Morning Skate: The very real possibility of Connor Ingram starting tonight

The Edmonton Oilers play the Vegas Golden Knights tonight at Rogers Place. It’s the second night of a back-to-back after losing 5-2 to Minnesota on Saturday.

Connor McDavid News / Breakaway on SI / December 21

Oilers' Connor McDavid Looks to Stay Hot vs. Golden Knights

Connor McDavid is on fire, and the Vegas Golden Knights are about to feel the heat. The Edmonton Oilers welcome Vegas to Rogers Place on Sunday, and their captain enters the matchup riding one of the hottest streaks of his career.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 21

Sunday Scramble: A year from hell for the Oilers? World Junior excitement, and a case for a new playoff format

There is part of me that wonders whether this is a “year from hell” season for the Edmonton Oilers. I’ve lifted the term from longtime columnist and now

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Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 21

Oilers Activate Jack Roslovic, Reassign Quinn Hutson

The Edmonton Oilers will have a bit more oomph in the lineup in Sunday’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights. Edmonton has activated winger Jack Roslovic off of long-term injured reserve after he missed just under a month of action due to an undisclosed injury.

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Jack Roslovic News / NHL Trade Talk / December 21

Oilers Get Roslovic Boost to Lineup Ahead of Game vs. Golden Knights

The Edmonton Oilers got good news on Sunday morning. Forward Jack Roslovic was activated and will play Sunday night as Edmonton welcomes Carter Hart and the Vegas Golden Knights.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 21

Oilers activate Jack Roslovic, place Connor Clattenburg on LTIR, and loan Hutson to AHL Condors

A couple of roster moves ahead of a marquee matchup on Sunday against the Vegas Golden Knights. The Edmonton Oilers announced that forward Jack Roslovic has been activated from long-term injured reserve, with fellow forward Connor Clattenburg being placed on LTIR.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 21

The Oilers’ bottom-six goal differential is at the worst it’s ever been. How can they fix it?

After an underwhelming start to the season (again), the Edmonton Oilers have generally been trending up as of late. In their past eleven games, they hold a very strong record of 7-3-1.

Trent Frederic News / The Oil Rig / December 21

Should the Edmonton Oilers scratch Trent Frederic, currently the sixth-worst player in the NHL?

The Edmonton Oilers committed heavily to Trent Frederic with the belief that his combination of size, edge and playoff utility would translate into meaningful bottom-six value.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / December 21

Connor McDavid Reached a Breaking Point — and His Response Has Been Loud

The Edmonton Oilers didn’t come home with two points in their final away game, but they didn’t leave empty-handed either. A hard-fought 5–2 loss against the Minnesota Wild wrapped up the road trip, and while the result stung, the bigger picture still looks encouraging — especially when it comes to Connor McDavid.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 21

Two steps forward, one step back as Oilers still can’t win three straight

The Edmonton Oilers may never win three games in a row again. All season long, its been two steps forward, one step back. Two wins, and a loss. The Oilers are just one of four teams in the league this year who haven’t won three straight games, joining the Nashville Predators, Seattle Kraken and the St.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / December 21

Oilers Coach Looks Back at Missed Opportunities After Bad Loss to Wild

The Edmonton Oilers walked out of Minnesota searching for answers after a 5-2 loss to the Minnesota Wild on Saturday night. Speaking to the media after the game, head coach Kris Knoblauch said missed chances and one late goal changed the flow of the game.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 21

Edmonton Oilers @ Minnesota Wild Post Game | December 20, 2025

First Period Goals: Matt Boldy (21) / Unassisted at 3:42 / 1-0 MIN Matt Boldy (22) PPG / Quinn Hughes (23), Mats Zuccarello (11) at 10:56 / 2-0 MIN Andrew

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 20

Calvin Pickard’s crease, Andrew Mangiapane ends his goal drought, and Oilers vs. the best in the West

The Edmonton Oilers touched down in St. Paul for the fifth and final game of their road trip, squaring off against the Minnesota Wild for the first time since they acquired Quinn Hughes from Vancouver.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 20

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 5-2 Loss Against Wild

The Edmonton Oilers concluded their five-game road trip and kicked off their weekend back-to-back against the red-hot Minnesota Wild in a Saturday matinée (Dec.

NHL News / Oilersnation / December 20

Ask Dubey: Breaking down the Skinner for Jarry trade, favourite career memories, and more

What a week it’s been for the Edmonton Oilers. They pulled the trigger on trading Stuart Skinner for Tristan Jarry, had big wins against Toronto, Pittsburgh and Boston.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 20

Oilers’ Loss to Wild Wasn’t on Pickard — But Bigger Trade Questions Linger

The Edmonton Oilers battled hard against a good team on Saturday afternoon, but fell short to the Minnesota Wild. 3-2 on the road trip, Connor McDavid extended his point streak to nine games (11-12-23), but the Wild took advantage of their opportunities, out-battling Edmonton and goaltender Calvin Pickard.

NHL News / Oilersnation / December 20

Oilers close out five-game road trip with loss to Wild: Recap, Reaction, and Highlights

Once again, the Edmonton Oilers came up short in their bid for their first three-game win streak this season. On Saturday afternoon, the Oilers played the final game in their five-game road trip, falling 5-2 to the Minnesota Wild.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 20

Scenes From Morning Skate: Are you panicking yet?

One week removed from trading Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick for Tristan Jarry and Samuel Poulin, the Edmonton Oilers placed their new goalie on injured reserve Friday.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 20

Ugly Stats Create An Opportunity in Goal for the Oilers After Setback

The Edmonton Oilers have recalled goaltender Connor Ingram, a move driven more by necessity than comfort as the team navigates a setback they hoped wouldn’t be an early concern.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 20

Oilers Have Decisions to Make When Their Roster Gets Healthy

From the very beginning of the 2025-26 season, injuries have plagued the Edmonton Oilers. Despite the health issues, they are winning hockey games and scaling the standings.

Trent Frederic News / The Hockey Writers / December 20

Trent Frederic gives baffling answer on his role with the Oilers

Not even half way through the first season of Frederic's contract, it’s already looking like a massive flop.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / December 19

Tristan Jarry placed on IR as Oilers' goalie problems continue

Tristan Jarry placed on injured reserve as Oilers' goalie problems continue

The goalie problems continue for the Edmonton Oilers, as Tristan Jarry has been placed on injured reserve.

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Connor Ingram News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 19

Oilers To Recall Connor Ingram

The Oilers are expected to recall goaltender Connor Ingram from AHL Bakersfield before tomorrow’s game against the Wild, Mark Spector of Sportsnet reports.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 18