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Oilers Activate Curtis Lazar Off LTIR

Earlier this week, the Oilers had indicated that Curtis Lazar was expected to rejoin the team sometime next month. Instead, he’s ahead of schedule as the team announced (Twitter link) that he would be centering Edmonton’s fourth line today against Anaheim, meaning he has been activated off LTIR.

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Connor Ingram asks Edmonton Oilers not to be 'stubborn' and stick to what’s working

For most of the regular season, the Edmonton Oilers have been a maddening contradiction with porous defence and a penalty kill that had seen much better.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 28

Oilers Game Notes: Ducks visit Edmonton looking to grow Pacific Division lead

After sweeping this week’s two-game road trip with wins over Utah and Vegas, the Oilers are back at the friendly confines of Rogers Place for the penultimate homestand of the regular season.

Matthew Savoie News / NHL Trade Talk / March 28

What Could Matt Savoie’s Next Contract Look Like?

Matt Savoie has quickly gone from an intriguing young player to a legitimate piece of the Edmonton Oilers’ future. In his first full NHL season, Savoie has shown steady improvement, and it’s been evident in his production since the Olympic break, which has also earned him time on Connor McDavid’s wing.

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The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL season' quiz

The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Connor Murphy News / The Oil Rig / March 28

Blue line boost: Connor Murphy’s impact for the Edmonton Oilers

The addition of Connor Murphy has been a really solid upgrade for the Edmonton Oilers on the back end. He’s brought a steady, reliable presence that the team has needed, especially in their own zone.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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

Zach Hyman News / NHL Trade Talk / March 28

Zach Hyman Holds Nearly Unbelievable Distinction This Season

It’s hard to believe because, by comparison, he’s had a relatively quiet season, but Zach Hyman is doing something incredibly impressive in 2025-26: scoring goals.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 28

Ranking the Oilers’ Free Agents by Importance: Who Stays & Who Goes

The Edmonton Oilers have $16.74 million in projected cap space this offseason with nine forwards, five defencemen, and one goalie on the active roster.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 28

Oilers’ Bouchard Making Hockey Canada Look Foolish for Olympic Snub

After a rough first month of the 2025-26 season, Evan Bouchard is playing some of the best regular season hockey we’ve seen from him. The Edmonton Oilers defenceman is putting together one of the best offensive seasons in recent memory with 20 goals and 84 points through 73 games.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 28

Pre-Scout: Can the Oilers avoid the mousetrap and hunt the Ducks?

I want to believe the Edmonton Oilers this time. I really do. But there is a California-sized steel trap hovering above this afternoon’s matchup against

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 28

McDavid Finally Showing Emotion is a Good Sign for the Oilers

Connor McDavid is frustrated. Yes, the Edmonton Oilers 2025-26 season to date has played a part in that. Thought of as true Stanley Cup contenders once again entering the season, they have limped to a 36-28-9 record.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 27

Getting to know Edmonton Oilers newest signing Tomáš Cibulka

With a lack of draft capital, the Edmonton Oilers are looking overseas once again. This time, they signed Czech defenceman Tomáš Cibulka to a two-year entry-level contract that starts in 2026-27.

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27

Evan Bouchard: Finally Getting the Norris Trophy Love He Deserves

It won’t be long before members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association (PHWA) start voting on the NHL’s most notable trophy candidates. Among the more fascinating races is the one for the James Norris Memorial Trophy.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 27

Oilers home performances need to improve for legitimate playoff push

Keeping in mind the quality of opponent, quality of play, and the context of the game, what do you think is the best Edmonton Oilers home win of the season? Take a minute to think about it. It’s easy to figure out the big home-ice disappointments.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 27

Flashback Friday: Looking at when the Oilers last won their division in 1986-87

The Edmonton Oilers’ chances at finishing first in the Pacific Division hinge on Saturday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. As it stands, the Oilers are five points behind the Ducks with one additional game played.

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The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz

The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27

Bouchard’s OT Winner Might Be a Warning Shot for Vegas

If you’re wondering what an Oilers vs Golden Knights playoff series might feel like, last night was a solid preview. Evan Bouchard finished it in OT after a clean faceoff win, and you could almost sense the whole arena change its energy the second the puck went in.

Connor Ingram News / Oilersnation / March 27

Oilers and Golden Knights get spicy, penalty kill perfection, and some love for Connor Ingram

I know we’re still a few weeks away from the playoffs starting, but it’s hard not to think that last night’s game between the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena was pretty damned close.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 27

Oilers sign Tomas Cibulka to entry-level contract

A former junior star has inked his first pro contract in North America. On Friday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that the team has signed defenseman Tomas Cibulka to a two-year, entry-level contract.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 27

Oilers sign Czech defenceman Tomáš Cibulka to two-year entry-level contract

The Edmonton Oilers signed a left-shooting European defenceman for next season on Friday morning, perhaps signalling another wave of free agent signings

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 27

Oilers Sign Tomas Cibulka To Entry-Level Deal

The Oilers announced Friday that they’ve signed undrafted free agent defenseman Tomas Cibulka to an entry-level deal beginning next season. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27

Evan Bouchard for Norris? Analyst Pushes Back on His Critics

Evan Bouchard’s amazing 2025-26 season continued on Thursday night in a massive divisional clash with the Vegas Golden Knights. He picked up another two points (one goal, one assist), including the overtime game-winner, thanks to a snipe over the blocker of Adin Hill.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 27

Oilers keep pace with Ducks, gain point on Vegas with OT win

The Oilers completed a sweep of their two-game road trip on Thursday, taking down the Golden Knights 4-3 in overtime. Following a commanding win over the Mammoth in Utah earlier this week, Edmonton handed Vegas its fifth loss in six games and moved two points clear of a potential first-round opponent in the Pacific Division standings.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 27

Oilers' Connor McDavid becomes third-fastest player to record 800 assists

Connor McDavid recorded his 800th career NHL assist.

Analyst downplays buzz around Connor McDavid summer trade request

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Oilers HC Kris Knoblauch may be on the hot seat in Edmonton

It has been a tumultuous year for the Edmonton Oilers, who appear poised to back into a playoff spot thanks to a brutal down year for the entire Pacific Division, rather than because of their own strong performance.

Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 24

Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal

Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid is making a push for yet another scoring title this season, but before he gets there he reached another big career milestone for himself on Tuesday night.

Maple Leafs expected to make significant changes in offseason

Maple Leafs collect rare win as Matthew Knies strikes twice vs. Bruins

Lightning score five unanswered goals to sink Wild

Panthers edge Kraken in shootout in Paul Maurice's 2,000th game

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin out day-to-day with upper-body injury

James Hamblin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 24

Oilers Recall James Hamblin On Emergency Basis

Set to take on Utah tonight, the Edmonton Oilers announced that James Hamblin has been recalled from the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors on an emergency basis.