Edmonton Oilers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Another Connor McDavid milestone, another blown lead, and the Oilers’ lack of killer instinct

After taking care of the Blackhawks on Saturday at Rogers Place, the Edmonton Oilers hit the road for a quick two-game trip that started Monday in St. Louis against the Blues.

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Oilers News & Rumours: Skinner and Stecher Trade Talks, McDavid, Bouchard

The Edmonton Oilers have continued to push through their 2025-26 season and are poised to make a playoff push in hopes of winning their first Stanley Cup since 1990 after coming up short in the previous two seasons, and with a different look in their lineup this time around, they’re hoping they can find a way to get it done.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 4

Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins gets candid on improved offensive production

The Edmonton Oilers are navigating the 2025-26 season in its early stages. Edmonton has shown glimpses of the dominant team they’ve proven to be over the last few seasons.

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NHL News / Oilersnation / November 3

Oilers blow two-goal lead as Blues snap seven game losing streak: Recap, Highlights, and Reaction

Once again, the Edmonton Oilers blew a multi-goal lead. On Monday evening, the Oilers began a two-game, Central Division road trip with a matchup against Phillip Broberg, Dylan Holloway, and the St.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / November 3

Connor McDavid Scores His 1,100th Career Point Against Blues

Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid has reached yet another great milestone. Tonight, against the St. Louis Blues, McDavid scored his 1,100th career-point.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / November 3

Oilers’ Connor McDavid becomes fourth-fastest player to score 1,100 NHL points

One of the best of all time has hit another significant milestone. On Monday night, Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid recorded the 1,100th point of his NHL career, becoming the fourth-fastest player to reach the mark.

Jack Roslovic News / Oilersnation / November 3

Jack Roslovic finds new home on Oilers second line

It’s safe to say that Jack Roslovic has settled into life as an Edmonton Oiler. Early in his time in Edmonton, he got a taste of the line blender as Kris Knoblauch and co.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / November 3

Oilers Head Coach Names Team’s Biggest Flaws Amid Slow Start to NHL Season

Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch spoke to the media before Monday’s game against the St. Louis Blues. He discussed the team’s start and areas that need improvement.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 3

Oilers Face Goaltending Concern if Stuart Skinner Trade Buzz is True

Rumors linking Stuart Skinner to a potential trade should prompt questions about Edmonton’s plans if Skinner goes. While it’s fair to argue that his up-and-down play has created concerns about the need for an upgrade, Skinner believes he’s finding his game and feeling good about his play.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / November 3

The Edmonton Oilers have to play better on the road to have a successful month of November

Edmonton Oilers play-by-play announcer Jack Michaels came out with a good stat yesterday. With a 4–0–2 record through six home games, it’s the longest home points streak to open a season for the Oilers since 2000–01.

Kris Knoblauch News / NHL Trade Talk / November 3

Knoblauch’s Not-So-Bold Lineup Fix Is Working Wonders for Oilers

After weeks of juggling his lineup, Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch seems to have found a mix that’s clicking. Through the first nine games of the season, Knoblauch became known for mixing up his lines so often that even he admitted there was no good way to get an analytical read on his combinations.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / November 3

The week ahead for the Edmonton Oilers: hoping to break the slow start

The Edmonton Oilers finished a three-game homestead and had a strong week in the process. Starting week #4, the Oilers found themselves at home in Rogers Place, playing against one of the hottest teams in the NHL right now, the Utah Mammoth.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / November 3

Why Is Oilers’ McDavid Not Scoring Like He Used To?

Edmonton Oilers superstar captain Connor McDavid is pretty much beyond reproach in Oil Country, and understandably so. Since being drafted first overall in the 2015 NHL Draft, McDavid has won the Art Ross Trophy five times, the Hart Memorial Trophy three times and the Maurice “Rocket” Richard Trophy, as the league’s goal leader, once.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 2

Oilers receiving interest in Troy Stecher

It appears that one of the possibilities to be dealt is defenseman Troy Stecher.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Oilers Defenseman Drawing Trade Interest Amid Slow Start: Report

The Edmonton Oilers started the 2025-26 NHL season with a record of 6-4-3, currently positioning themselves in second place in the Pacific Division with 15 points after 13 games.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 2

Oilers prepare for Blues believing some of their issues are 'solved'

After winning the Western Conference for the second straight year, the Edmonton Oilers revamped their supporting cast while preparing for another run at the Stanley Cup.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 2

Oilers Rumours: Troy Stecher and Stuart Skinner both options to be traded

Baseball season is over, trees are bare of leaves, and that means hockey season is in full swing. It’s been a mediocre start to the season for the Edmonton Oilers, whose win over the Chicago Blackhawks Saturday night moved them to 6-4-3 on the season through their first 13 games.

Evan Bouchard News / Field Level Media / November 2

Evan Bouchard's OT goal pushes Oilers past Blackhawks

Evan Bouchard scored at 2:43 of overtime to lift the Edmonton Oilers to a 3-2 win against the visiting Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday night. Spencer Knight made a save on a one-timer by Bouchard, but he scored the rebound to give Edmonton the win.