Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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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 / Oilersnation / August 24

Should the Oilers Ryan Nugent-Hopkins play at centre or on the wing?

With his ability to play both centre and wing, contribute on both the power-play and penalty-kill, and showcase an overall versatile skillset, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

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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.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

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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 / House of Hockey / August 17

Insider: Star Oilers 15-Year NHL Veteran May Be Relegated to Smaller Role

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has been a star for the Oilers for years, but now Jason Gregor has revealed a surprise role for the former No. 1 overall pick next season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 10

From Renney to Knoblauch: The nine head coaches of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ career with the Oilers

Nearly 14 years have gone by since Ryan Nugent-Hopkins first suited up for the Edmonton Oilers in his NHL debut during the 2011-12 season. Moreover, it’s hard to believe that in the upcoming 2025–26 season, the still baby-faced Nugent-Hopkins — currently at 959 regular-season games — will play the 1,000th game of his NHL career.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 5

Oilers: How Ryan Nugent-Hopkins stacks up with the 2011 NHL Draft

It’s been a long time since the Edmonton Oilers selected Ryan Nugent-Hopkins first overall. He became the Oilers’ second first overall pick in as many years in 2011, set to join an Edmonton team with other young talent in Taylor Hall, Jordan Eberle, and Sam Gagner.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 2

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins continues to be a jack-of-all-trades: 2024-25 Edmonton Oilers player review

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 1

McDavid, Hyman, Nugent-Hopkins, and Bouchard invited to Hockey Canada Orientation Camp

Hockey Canada has invited four members of the Edmonton Oilers to the National Teams Orientation Camp in preparation for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 1

Oilers’ McDavid, Hyman, Nugent-Hopkins, and Bouchard invited to Hockey Canada Orientation Camp

Hockey Canada has invited four members of the Edmonton Oilers to the National Teams Orientation Camp in preparation for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.

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.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 26

Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded Vasily Podkolzin, and next up is Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. The 32-year-old recorded 20 goals and 49 points in 78 games last season, with a plus-4 rating.

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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.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 20

Dallas Stars trade Mason Marchment, extend Matt Duchene

Jim Matheson: Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had broke his hand in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final. Dallas Stars: The Stars have traded forward Mason Marchment to the Seattle Kraken for a 2026 third-round pick and a 2025 fourth-round pick (# 126) that originally was Dallas’.

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 / Oilersnation / June 19

Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins played in Stanley Cup Final with broken hand

In the aftermath of the Edmonton Oilers’ playoff run, Connor McDavid took a moment during his post-season press conference to reveal that his teammate, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, played in the Stanley Cup Final with a broken hand.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 10

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 9

Nugent-Hopkins’ Game 3 Status, Plus Panthers and Leafs Rumors

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins will be a game-time decision for the Edmonton Oilers. He was on the ice Monday morning and will take warmups, but will he play?

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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 8