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Oilers blow three separate leads and lose fourth in a row, but at least Adam Henrique came back

It’s been three weeks since we last watched our beloved Oilers do their thing, and it goes without saying that our last memories before the break weren’t exactly sparkling or overly positive.

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Oilers’ Connor McDavid has tense exchange with reporter after crushing Olympic loss

The Edmonton Oilers came back from the Olympic break with a 6-5 loss to the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday. They are still hanging onto the third spot in the Pacific Division, four points ahead of the Los Angeles Kings.

Tristan Jarry News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26

Oilers coach had words for Tristan Jarry after a brutal loss to the Ducks

The goaltending malaise continues for the Edmonton Oilers. Even after the long Olympic break, the Oilers’ major problem between the pipes showed up again on Wednesday night, as they suffered a 6-5 loss to the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center, Calif.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 26

Oilers can’t hold off Ducks in high-scoring loss: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

The Olympic break is over, and it’s crunch time for the Edmonton Oilers. On Wednesday evening, the Oilers returned for the first time since February 4th, falling 6-5 to the Anaheim Ducks in what was an entertaining, albeit winnable, game.

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The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / February 25

Oilers’ Connor McDavid responds to tough question on losing Stanley Cup, Olympics: ‘It’s all part of the process’

Connor McDavid faced questions about the Olympic experience and whether he thought winning the Stanley Cup or Olympic gold medal would be this difficult before Wednesday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks.

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

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / February 25

Connor McDavid Returns vs. Ducks With a Chip on His Shoulder After Olympic Silver

Connor McDavid is back – and not a moment too soon for the Edmonton Oilers. After helping Canada win the silver medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics, McDavid attended the team’s morning skate at Anaheim and, after the session, he announced he would be in the lineup Wednesday night at Anaheim against the Ducks.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / February 25

Connor McDavid Unfazed as Reporter Questions Him on Championship Struggles

As if Connor McDavid hadn’t had a difficult enough few days in the aftermath of losing the gold medal game in heartbreaking overtime fashion to Team USA, one reporter had to remind him not only of that defeat, but also of his Stanley Cup Final losses.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 25

Oilers’ lineup update: McDavid returns against Ducks, Henrique activated off LTIR, and Savoie recalled from Condors

Here comes the cavalry. Connor McDavid was shot out of a cannon heading onto the ice at Wednesday’s morning skate, and will likely suit up tonight against

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 25

Oilers' Connor McDavid, Ducks' Leo Carlsson back as teams return from break

Edmonton and host Anaheim will have stronger lineups for their game Wednesday with the return of Oilers star center Connor McDavid from the Winter Olympics and Ducks center Leo Carlsson from injury.

Matthew Tkachuk News / NHL Trade Talk / February 25

Oilers Analyst Calls for Major Response to Matthew Tkachuk in Next Matchup

The Edmonton Oilers and their must be beyond sick and tired of Matthew Tkachuk. Not only has he always been a pest to play against—first with the rival Calgary Flames and now with the Florida Panthers—but over the last three years, he’s repeatedly crushed their dreams on the biggest stages.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 25

Do the Sharks need to make the playoffs for Macklin Celebrini to win the Hart?

Playing for Team Canada at the Winter Olympics, San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini took the hockey world by storm. Celebrini was both productive and effective alongside Connor McDavid on Canada’s first line, and his Olympic performance cemented his ascension to the elite echelons of NHL players that he’s been working on all year.

NHL News / Oilersnation / February 25

Oilers game notes 59.0: A trip to Anaheim kicks off stretch run of season

NHL hockey is back. For those like me who consumed as much Olympic hockey is possible, I’m bracing myself for a um… change in pace. Nonetheless, the Edmonton Oilers kick off the stretch run of their season late tonight, squaring off with an Anaheim Ducks team nipping at their heels in the Pacific Division standings.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / February 25

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: Brady Stonehouse’s tumultuous season so far

With the Olympic break ending in heartbreak for Canada, expect Captain Connor McDavid to have even more fuel for a long playoff run. Bakersfield Condor Josh Samanski has also returned to the Edmonton Oilers after a five-game stint with Team Germany.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 25

5 Must-Win Oilers Games Following the Olympic Break

The Edmonton Oilers begin play following the Olympic break in second place in the Pacific Division with a 28-22-8 record for 64 points. They have been mediocre all season and have yet to get on a hot streak.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / February 25

Revisiting past Edmonton Oilers who could adjust nicely to the current roster

As the season picks back up after the Olympic break, the Edmonton Oilers’ roster needs become clearer. The Oilers may soon find themselves looking backward to move forward.

Adam Henrique News / Oilersnation / February 25

Oilers’ Adam Henrique wants to contribute more as he returns from LTIR

Adam Henrique has scored 20+ goals seven times. He’s scored at least 11 goals in each of his first 14 NHL seasons, but he struggled with only two goals in 43 games before a broken finger forced him to sit out the previous 15 games.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / February 25

Edmonton Oilers rumour roundup: keeping an eye on Jake DeBrusk and Michael Kesselring

With the Olympics in the past the NHL season is back into full swing. Barreling towards the trade deadline, rumour season is in also full swing. Let’s take a look into some of the noise around the Edmonton Oilers in this week’s rumour roundup.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 25

Josh Samanski Can Be Impact Player for the Oilers Post-Olympic Break

An Olympic tournament that brought a lot of different emotions for each team should ultimately bring some hope for Edmonton Oilers fans. We know Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are going to get right back to work and be the stars they are, but another Oiler who was in Italy could also provide more than what was initially expected of him.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

NHL Predictions February 25th, featuring Edmonton Oilers vs Anaheim Ducks

Welcome back to the first edition of NHL Predictions post Olympics. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in depth analysis.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 25

Maple Leafs rejected a one-for-one trade offer from the Oilers?

Earlier in the season, a change-of-scenery swap would have made a lot of sense.

Five Team USA players pass on Donald Trump's White House invite

Canada's Nathan MacKinnon had shady comment after USA won gold

Why Team USA's Olympic hockey win went so viral in Mexico

USA women's hockey team declines the White House's State of the Union invite

Leafs HC addresses Auston Matthews' status for Lightning game

Penguins GM Kyle Dubas continues to fix one of his early mistakes

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 24

Penguins GM Kyle Dubas continues to fix one of his early mistakes

Dubas has been on quite run for the Penguins in terms of roster moves over the past season-and-a-half.

Maple Leafs HC addresses Auston Matthews' availability for Lightning game

Why Team USA's Olympic hockey win went so viral in Mexico

Five Team USA players pass on Donald Trump's White House invite

Jeremy Roenick has a wild story about watching Team USA beat Canada

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

Andrew Mangiapane News / Professor Press Box / February 24

Mangiapane: A Middle-Six Fix Forward Teams Actually Need

The Edmonton Oilers are shopping Andrew Mangiapane, and chatter from David Pagnotta and Frank Seravalli suggests a deal could happen at any time. At $3.6 million for this season and next, he’s not a trivial contract, but Edmonton needs the space, and he hasn’t fit into their top-heavy lineup.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / February 24