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Knoblauch’s coaching tactics: What does sitting back on a lead actually look like?

Forgive me, Gord above, for I have sinned. I have cast a shroud of doubt around Connor McDavid. I instantly felt regret when I published my last post because I worried perception wouldn’t match my intent.

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Oilers Playoff Question: Momentum vs. Matchup Management

There’s always that moment late in a season where a coach has to decide what matters more: what’s working right now, or what might be needed three weeks from now when the games get heavier.

Connor McDavid News / The Oil Rig / April 29

Connor McDavid claims ‘pressure’ is on the Ducks now as Oilers force Game 6

The Edmonton Oilers had their backs against the wall, down 3–1 in the series facing elimination on home ice, and their captain was a game-time decision.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / April 29

Fresh off praise from Paul Coffey, Oilers’ Evan Bouchard turns on clutch mode in Game 5

Before the Edmonton Oilers faced the Anaheim Ducks in Game 5, with the Oilers on the brink of elimination, Sportsnet aired a segment featuring former Oiler Luke Gazdic having a chat with Evan Bouchard and Paul Coffey, two of the most gifted offensive defencemen in franchise history.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

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NHL News / Oilersnation / April 29

Oilers keep series alive with commanding home win over Ducks

The Oilers kept their season alive Tuesday night with a 4-1 win over the Ducks at Rogers Place, forcing a Game 6 with their most complete performance of the series.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Tristan Jarry News / The Hockey Writers / April 29

Former NHL goalie questions compete level of Tristan Jarry

When the Edmonton Oilers made the decision to trade for Tristan Jarry, there were plenty of concerns. The biggest of the bunch was whether Jarry was any sort of upgrade over Stuart Skinner, who was one of the pieces to head the other way in the deal.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / April 29

Missing Playoff Action Was Never an Option for Connor McDavid

Connor McDavid was a game-time decision for the Edmonton Oilers’ must-win Game 5 at home against the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night, and while his status did appear to be in serious question, we should have never doubted the best player in the world.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 29

Oilers’ start powers Game 5 win, the big dogs came to play, and the improbable comeback moves ahead

It was a do-or-die night for the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place after the Anaheim Ducks put them down 3-1 in their first round series with a controversial goal in overtime on Sunday.

Connor Ingram News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 29

What Oilers goaltender Connor Ingram said after clutch Game 5 performance vs. Ducks

The Edmonton Oilers avoided elimination in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with a 4-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night. Goaltending has been an issue for the Oilers so far in the series, but it was not in Game 5.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 29

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ Massive Game 5 Victory Over the Ducks

The Edmonton Oilers had their backs up against the wall on Tuesday night, and they put forth their best performance in quite some time. Trailing the Anaheim Ducks 3-1 in their best of seven series, the Oilers had no room left for error.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / April 29

Oilers’ McDavid was ‘never close’ to missing Game 5 victory

The Edmonton Oilers finally looked like themselves on Tuesday night as they cruised to a 4-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks to stave off elimination and cut the Ducks’ series lead down to 3-2.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 29

‘This hit on Draisaitl needs to be answered’: Oilers fans react to Kreider’s dangerous hit

As the Edmonton Oilers forced a Game 6 and kept their season alive on Tuesday night with their 4-1 win over the Anahiem Ducks, fans were left with just another questionable decision from the officials.

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The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

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Leon Draisaitl News / Field Level Media / April 29

Leon Draisaitl, Oilers send series back to Anaheim for Game 6

Leon Draisaitl scored two goals for the Edmonton Oilers, who stayed alive in their Western Conference first-round playoff series with a 4-1 win against the visiting Anaheim Ducks in Game 5 on Tuesday night.

Leon Draisaitl News / Oilersnation / April 29

Draisaitl’s two goals help Oilers force Game 6 with 4-1 win over Ducks: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

The Edmonton Oilers‘ season isn’t done just yet. With their backs up against the wall, the Oilers hosted the Anaheim Ducks for Game 5 of their first-round series, down 3-1.

Connor McDavid News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 28

Oilers’ Connor McDavid to play do-or-die Game 5 vs Ducks amid injury

The Edmonton Oilers are facing elimination in the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night. After winning consecutive Western Conference titles, they may go home after winning just one game.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28

Two Reasons You Shouldn’t Count the Oilers Out Tonight

Don’t write off the Edmonton Oilers yet. There are two plain reasons they can beat the Anaheim Ducks tonight and keep this thing alive. One reason lies in superstar talent, the other lies in habit and history.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 28

GDB +5.0: Oilers’ Game 5 motto is simple: Just Win (8 PM, CBC)

For the rest of the week the outcome is simple. Win and keep playing, lose and go home. For the first time this season the Edmonton Oilers face elimination from the 2026 playoffs.

Connor Ingram News / Daily Faceoff / April 28

Oilers’ Connor Ingram to start Game 5 against Ducks

On the brink of elimination, the Edmonton Oilers are making another change in net. Connor Ingram will be the Oilers’ starting goaltender for Tuesday’s Game 5 against the Anaheim Ducks.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / April 28

What Does Edmonton Have to Do to Stay in This Series?

You can talk about the controversial overtime call all you want, and sure, in a perfect world, the Edmonton Oilers would love to hang this whole loss on that one moment and move on.

Connor McDavid News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 28

Oilers’ Connor McDavid Made Game-Time Decision For Game 5

According to TSN’s Chris Johnston, Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid has been made a game-time decision for Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Additional reports indicate McDavid has been dealing with an undisclosed injury, but has not missed a game in the postseason up to this point.

Tristan Jarry News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 26

Oilers Starting Tristan Jarry In Game 4

There’s more chaos coming from one of the most chaotic series from Round One of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs. According to a report from Sportsnet, the Edmonton Oilers are switching to Tristan Jarry for a pivotal Game 4 against the Anaheim Ducks.