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Impressive Olympics Boosts Stock of Potential Oilers Trade Target

Rasmus Ristolainen hasn’t really been on the radar this year. Missing the first two months of the season with an upper-body injury, then returning only to soon find himself in and out of the lineup with a separate lower-body issue, has left the bruising defenseman largely out of sight and out of mind.

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McDavid’s Olympic Minutes Just Shut Down the Knoblauch Critics

When you look at Connor McDavid‘s usage under Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch and compare those to the minutes under Team Canada Olympic head coach Jon Cooper, an interesting trend begins to emerge.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / February 21

Team Canada Thoughts: McDavid adds to his legacy, future is bright with Celebrini, adjustments for Gold Medal Game and more

This 2026 Team Canada men’s hockey Olympic team is proving they’re a resilient bunch. Over the last couple of games, the Canadians have put themselves and their fans through two come-from-behind wins in elimination games, with their most recent being a 3-2 victory over Team Finland.

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The 'Multiple 50-goal NHL seasons' quiz

In the history of the NHL, a total of 47 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 47 can you name in six minutes?

The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz

The 'Team USA Four Nations Face-Off roster' quiz

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 21

Jon Cooper is finally trusting all four of Canada’s lines

For as stacked as Canada’s men’s Olympic hockey team looks on paper, watching them had begun to feel a bit like watching the Edmonton Oilers; killing time until Connor McDavid’s line can jump over the boards to make something happen.

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

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / February 21

Should the Edmonton Oilers split up Evan Bouchard and Mattias Ekholm?

With the NHL on hold during the Olympics, Oil Country has been left to fester with areas in which the team can improve. Paul Coffey has rejoined the coaching staff.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / February 21

Canada's Connor McDavid Makes Team USA Admission Before Olympics Final

Connor McDavid knows what awaits Canada in the 2026 Winter Olympics gold medal game. After a dramatic semifinal comeback, the Canadian forward has turned his focus to a familiar rival.

Olivier Rodrigue News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 21

Blackhawks Sign Olivier Rodrigue

The Blackhawks have added some extra goaltending depth for the stretch run. The team announced that they’ve signed goaltender Olivier Rodrigue to a one-year, two-way contract for the remainder of the season. The deal will carry a $775K cap charge at the NHL level while the two-way salary was not disclosed.

Mikko Koskinen News / NHL Trade Talk / February 21

Whatever Happened to Mikko Koskinen, that Huge Oilers Goalie?

If you’re an Edmonton Oilers fan, Mikko Koskinen probably still pops into your head now and then. That huge Finnish netminder who was 6-foot-7 and made the net look tiny.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 21

McDavid’s Great, But Celebrini Is the Real Olympic Star

It’s expected that the best players will be the best players at the Olympics. Sidney Crosby was rightfully named captain, has been productive, and is missed now that he’s sidelined (for hopefully not long).

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 20

McDavid smashes NHL-era Olympic points record with two-assist performance vs. Finland

Playing in his debut Olympics, Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid has already set another record. Earning his 12th point of the tournament with an assist on Canada’s opening goal against Finland, McDavid now has the most points in a single Olympic tournament in the NHL era of the Games.

Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 20

Connor McDavid sets Olympic record, Canada reaches gold-medal game

Connor McDavid sets Olympic record as Canada reaches gold-medal game

Even without their normal captain, Sidney Crosby, Canada showed a resilience in their semifinal win over Finland that makes an eventual gold medal seem inevitable.

Students at Wisconsin went nuts celebrating Hilary Knight's Olympic goal

Four years after scandal, Olympic women's figure skating delivers an utterly redemptive podium

Alysa Liu had six-word message after her gold-medal performance

The '2026 Team Canada men's hockey roster' quiz

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 21

McDavid Fuels Hope of Sidney Crosby Gold Medal Game Return?

With Sidney Crosby unable to suit up due to a lower-body injury, Connor McDavid wore the “C” for Team Canada in Friday’s semifinal against Team Finland — a moment that, in some ways, symbolized a passing of the torch.

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The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

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NHL News / Oilersnation / February 20

Two assists from McDavid, clutch goal from MacKinnon give Canada win over Finland berth to Olympic gold final: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

Team Canada is heading to the gold medal game. On Friday morning, Team Canada took down Finland 3-2 thanks to a comeback and a late-game winning power play goal.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 20

Team Canada’s Connor McDavid makes unreal Olympic history in semifinal vs. Finland

Connor McDavid made Olympic history on Friday, as Team Canada squared off against Team Finland in the men’s ice hockey semifinal. With the Canadiens trailing 2-0 late in the second period, McDavid picked up his 10th assist of these Olympics on Sam Reinhart’s power play goal.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 20

Canada’s McDavid sets new single-tournament Olympic hockey record for points in NHL era

Connor McDavid continues to rewrite hockey’s record books — whether it’s in the NHL or on the international stage. The Canada forward assisted on Sam Reinhart’s

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 20

Connor McDavid Breaks Olympic Record for Most Points in Single Tournament

Connor McDavid has collected his 12th point of the Olympic tournament, surpassing both Saku Koivu and Teemu Selanne for the most points in one tournament featuring NHLers.

Brayden Schenn News / Oilersnation / February 20

Oilers 2026 trade deadline target: Brayden Schenn

One of the Edmonton Oilers’ needs before March 6th’s trade deadline is to add some bottom-six scoring. There are quite a few options, such as Boone Jenner, who we already profiled earlier this month.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / February 20

Past Edmonton Oilers’ performances at the Winter Olympics

Today is the Olympic semifinal, and it gives Connor McDavid a chance to set the all-time record for points in an Olympics involving NHLers (in addition to giving him and Canada a chance to play for the country’s third straight gold medal).

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 20

Connor McDavid to wear ‘C’ for Canada in Olympic semifinal vs. Finland

For the first time ever, Connor McDavid is officially Captain Canada at the Olympics. With Sidney Crosby out with an injury, McDavid will wear the ‘C’ for Team Canada on Friday in their semifinal matchup against Finland.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 20

The Truth About Knoblauch’s ‘Veto’ Power Over Coffey Return

Nick Kypreos spoke this week on the return of Paul Coffey to the Edmonton Oilers and believes that head coach Kris Knoblauch is doomed as a result. Speaking on the Real Kyper & Bourne show on Sportsnet, Kypreos said he doesn’t understand the move, even if Coffey has the ability to help Edmonton’s leaky defense.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 19

Oilers Coaching Staff Reportedly Unhappy with Coffey Hiring

We could have some drama behind the scenes with the Edmonton Oilers. In a move that had been hinted at early in the Olympic break, it was confirmed on Wednesday afternoon that Paul Coffey will be returning to the bench for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.