Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 28

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was 'a little snake bitten' last season claims Kris Knoblauch

The Edmonton Oilers 4–3 overtime loss to the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday night added to their string of mixed results this season. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins meanwhile recorded a goal and an assist to extend his point streak to four games as the team again showed flashes of its offensive potential, before falling just short of a second point.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 28

Oilers News & Rumours: Sorokin, Nugent-Hopkins, Hyman

The Edmonton Oilers are known for having slow starts to their campaigns, and their average October proves that to be true. They have done slightly better than in recent seasons, staying around average, but they still have some issues they need to work out before they can start to make a push for a playoff spot.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 26

Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Is on Fire to Start the Season

There are a few feel-good stories to begin the 2025–26 NHL season for the Edmonton Oilers, but none are bigger than the resurgence of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 18

Oilers special teams a mess, the snake bite is real, but at least Ryan Nugent-Hopkins stays hot

The weird thing about matinee weekends like this one is that you never really know what you’re going to get. Will the change in routine throw the players off and open the door for more chaos?

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 17

Rough night for Evan Bouchard, Oilers giveaways everywhere, and a hat tip to Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

The Edmonton Oilers kicked off their five-game road trip with a win over the Rangers on Tuesday night, and now the task is to keep the good times rolling against the winless New York Islanders.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 13

The week ahead for the Edmonton Oilers: the start of a five-game road trip

The Edmonton Oilers 2025–26 regular season, is officially in full swing. Starting off week #1, Edmonton and Calgary hit the ice and had the first Battle of Alberta (BOA) take place.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 9

Oilers sign forward Jack Roslovic to one-year deal

The Oilers announced they’ve signed forward Jack Roslovic to a one-year deal worth $1.5M. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman was first to report the deal. Edmonton won’t be able to officially register the contract until they make a corresponding roster move, as they’ve got a full 23-man contingent.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 20

What does a successful 2025-26 season look like for Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins?

It’s hard to believe, with the 2025-26 season upon us, that this will be Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ 15th NHL season. To put that into perspective, when the former first-overall pick first joined the league back in 2011, Oilers’ youngster Matt Savoie had probably just started Timbits hockey and still needed help tying his skates.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 30

Oilers Milestone Watch: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins closing in on team record for games played

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is close to etching himself in a big way in the Edmonton Oilers Guide and Record Book this upcoming season, as he could pass Kevin Lowe and become the team’s all-time leader in regular-season games played.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / August 22

Key Piece or Trade Chip? Oilers Need Answer on $41M Veteran This Season

Heading into the 2025-26 NHL season, it’s not entirely clear where Ryan Nugent-Hopkins sits on the Edmonton Oilers’ depth chart. He finds himself at a bit of a crossroads in his career.

Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / August 17

3 Reasons Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Is Underappreciated in Edmonton

With all the buzz lately about possible trades and the Edmonton Oilers’ cap crunch, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ (RNH) name keeps popping up in “what if” conversations.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / July 29

2024–25 Edmonton Oilers player grade: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is the longest tenured Edmonton Oiler, who has also spent the last 10 seasons as an alternate captain. Nugent-Hopkins started his career off on the right foot, as he was drafted first overall by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2011 NHL draft.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 26

Oilers’ Nugent-Hopkins and the Value of Loyalty & Staying the Course

With all the buzz lately about possible trades and cap crunches, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ (RNH) name has surfaced in a few “what if” conversations. But before we get caught up in hypotheticals, it’s worth taking a moment to appreciate what Nugent-Hopkins has actually meant to the Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 19

Oilers May Be Rethinking Nugent-Hopkins’ Fit in the Lineup

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is the longest-serving Edmonton Oilers roster member and one of the most beloved players on the team. There’s no arguing he’s been through ups and downs in his career, never complaining and doing whatever was asked — and quite effectively.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 18

Trade Rumblings: Is Nugent-Hopkins the Next Oiler Out?

Veteran Oilers analyst Allan Mitchell has raised the possibility that longtime Edmonton forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins may be on the verge of a role reduction—or even a departure.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / June 19

Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins played through broken hand in Stanley Cup Final

Edmonton Oilers alternate captain Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was held without a point in five out of six games in the 2025 Stanley Cup Final — and we now have a pretty good idea why.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 10

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 9

Nugent-Hopkins Skates Ahead of Game 3, Still Game-Time Maybe

Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was on the ice Monday morning ahead of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, a positive sign as he battles to be ready for tonight’s pivotal clash against the Florida Panthers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / June 8

Oilers' Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (undisclosed injury) game-time call for Game 3

Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch said Sunday that Ryan Nugent-Hopkins will be a game-time decision for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final on Monday against the host Florida Panthers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / June 8

Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins a game-time decision for Game 3

Not the news Edmonton Oilers fans wanted to hear during their Sunday. When speaking to the media, head coach Kris Knoblauch stated that forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is going to be a game-time decision for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers.