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On YouTubeJosh Samanski News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 5
Oilers Reassign Josh Samanski
2/5/26: The Oilers announced that Samanski has been reassigned to the AHL Bakersfield. This is not a transaction with immediate on-ice implications for Samanski, as he won’t be spending the Olympic break in California playing in the AHL.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 5
Analyst Suggests Oilers-Canadiens Swap Involving Patrik Laine & Andrew Mangiapane
With the roster freeze now in effect as the Olympic Break approaches, the Edmonton Oilers are heading in needing a reset. While they are in a playoff spot, their recent play hasn’t been great, and it seems as though they still need to make some changes if they want to make another deep playoff run.
Leon Draisaitl News / Daily Faceoff / February 5
‘It starts at the top, we can be better:’ Oilers’ Draisaitl reacts to team’s recent struggles
The Edmonton Oilers suffered an embarrassing loss in the Battle of Alberta on Wednesday night, as they fell to their archival Calgary Flames by a 4-3 margin in their final game before the Olympic break.
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Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / February 5
Oilers' Leon Draisaitl Sends Clear Tristan Jarry Message After Loss to Flames
The Edmonton Oilers will go to the Olympic break with a bad taste in their mouth. On Wednesday, Leon Draisaitl and company picked up yet another loss, as they absorbed a 4-3 defeat at the hands of the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta.
Tristan Jarry News / NHL Trade Talk / February 5
Tristan Jarry Changes Tune After Oilers’ 4–3 Loss to Flames
Edmonton Oilers goaltender Tristan Jarry owned his performance following another tough loss, this time a 4-3 defeat to the rival Calgary Flames on Wednesday night at Scotiabank Saddledome.
Leon Draisaitl News / Oilersnation / February 5
‘It starts with the coaches’: Leon Draisaitl latest to call out Oilers after another loss
Things have gotten tense for the Edmonton Oilers. Heading into January, the team stared down an eight-game homestand they hoped to take advantage of, only to fall flat, going 4-4.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 5
Oilers assign Samanski and Pickard to Bakersfield Condors ahead of Olympic break
The Edmonton Oilers front office went to work immediately after Wednesday’s loss to the Calgary Flames, assigning two players to the Bakersfield Condors. Josh Samanski and Calvin Pickard have been sent down to the AHL, the club announced, but whether either will play there remains to be seen.
NHL News / Oilersnation / February 5
Oilers head into Olympic break with tail tucked between their legs after loss to Flames: Recap, Reaction and Highlights
The Edmonton Oilers are dropping points to bad teams. On Wednesday evening, the Oilers played their final game against the Calgary Flames this season, falling 4-3 to head into the Olympic break.
Leon Draisaitl News / Oilersnation / February 4
Leon Draisaitl named Germany flagbearer for 2026 Winter Olympics
One of the best players in the world is receiving one of sport’s greatest honours. On Wednesday, the German Olympic Sports Confederation announced that Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl will be one of the flagbearers for Germany at the Opening Ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / February 4
By the Numbers: How '84 Defined the Dawn of the Edmonton Oilers Dynasty
In the grand narrative of the NHL, the number “84” stands as the ultimate "changing of the guard". This wasn't a polite passing of the torch; the Edmonton Oilers essentially snatched it.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 4
GDB 58.0: Oilers’ recent PK woes and the need to be better defensively (8:00 PM, SN)
The Edmonton Oilers’ inconsistent regular-season play continued again last night in a 5-2 loss to Toronto. The Oilers had stretches where they controlled the game and generated many quality looks, however, the lack of focus at key points in the game cost them again.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 4
Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl, Bruins’ David Pastrnak earn special Olympic honor
The 2026 Winter Olympics, hosted by Milano and Cortina, Italy, are underway. The opening ceremony for the Olympics will take place on Friday, as over 90 countries are introduced.
Andrew Mangiapane News / The Hockey Writers / February 4
Oilers Coach Is Treating Andrew Mangiapane Differently
Edmonton Oilers’ head coach Kris Knoblauch benched forward Andrew Mangiapane during the second period of the Oilers’ 5-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night (Feb.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 4
Potential Oilers Top Target Coming off Trade Board
With the NHL roster freeze just hours away, the Edmonton Oilers are searching the market for upgrades. On what feels like a daily basis, a new name gets linked to them.
Kris Knoblauch News / Athlon Sports / February 4
Kris Knoblauch Slams Oilers After 5-2 Loss to Maple Leafs
Head coach Kris Knoblauch did not hold back after the Edmonton Oilers dropped a 5-2 decision to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night. As the game began, both teams looked strong, and it ended 0-0.
Leon Draisaitl News / Daily Faceoff / February 4
Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl named Germany’s flagbearer for 2026 Winter Olympics
Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl has been named as one of Germany’s flagbearers for the 2026 Winter Olympic opening ceremony, which is set to take place in Milan, Italy, on Friday.
NHL News / The Oil Rig / February 4
Edmonton Oilers get goalied, lose 5–2 to Toronto Maple Leafs
The Edmonton Oilers finished a lengthy homestand last night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. This was a team the Oilers beat solidly on their ice a couple months ago.
Bauer Berry News / The Oil Rig / February 4
Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: A Bauer Berry for your blueline
Teams within the system are performing at all levels with the Edmonton Oilers second in their division, the Bakersfield Condors third in theirs, and the Fort Wayne Komets second in theirs.
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.
Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / February 3
Oilers’ Conor McDavid Shares Only Goal With Canada at 2026 Olympics
Connor McDavid will play for Canada at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics. The Edmonton Oilers captain is 29 and has been a top NHL player for nearly a decade, but is still without an Olympic gold.
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.
Kris Knoblauch News / The Hockey Writers / February 5
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 / 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.
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.
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