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On YouTubeEdmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 5
Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl Named Flag Bearer for the German Olympic Team
Feb. 4, 2026 was a day that Edmonton Oilers Superstar Leon Draisaitl will never forget. In the morning, he received a call from the German Olympic Committee informing him that they wanted him to carry the German flag and lead the German Winter Olympic team into the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Milano/Cortina Olympic Games.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 5
Was McDavid Incident Why Frederic a Healthy Scratch in Calgary?
The start to Trent Frederic’s time as an Edmonton Oiler has not gone well, to say the least. An underwhelming 2025 postseason has carried into the 2025–26 regular season, and fans are already questioning the decision to extend him long-term.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / February 5
Leon Draisaitl unloads on struggling Oilers: 'Just not good enough'
After the Edmonton Oilers' third-straight loss, one of their star players couldn't hold back his frustration any longer.
The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz
How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 5
Oilers Coach Admits That Changes Are Likely Over Olympic Break
Don’t expect the Edmonton Oilers to return on March 3rd with the same roster or setup as the team had on Wednesday night. Following the team’s third-straight loss, head coach Kris Knoblauch not only faced criticism from one of his best players but also spoke with the media about using the break to reassess and hold a mini training camp.
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
Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / February 5
Leon Draisaitl Blunt as Ever as Oilers Stumble Into the Olympic Break
Frustrations are boiling over for Leon Draisaitl and the Edmonton Oilers. After two straight years of coming up just short in the Stanley Cup Final, it can be hard for a team with championship-or-bust expectations to get up for all 82 regular-season games, and that’s exactly what appears to be happening.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 5
Oilers need to do some soul searching during three-week break
The NHL’s Olympic break couldn’t come any sooner in Edmonton. With Wednesday’s 4-3 loss to the Calgary Flames, the Oilers are now mired in a three-game losing streak and have just one regulation win in their last eight games.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 5
3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-3 Loss to Flames
The Edmonton Oilers wrapped up the pre-Olympic portion of their schedule on Wednesday (Feb. 4), falling by a score of 4-3 to the host Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome.
Josh 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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