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Edmonton Oilers walk away with a win against the Detroit Red Wings thanks to a Zach Hyman hat trick

Edmonton defeated Detroit 4–1 last night at home in a solid performance. Connor McDavid figured on every goal with four assists and Zach Hyman netted the hat trick to defeat the third best team in the Atlantic.

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Zach Hyman hat trick powers Oilers win, Connor McDavid’s heater, and the rise of Mattias Ekholm

After laying an egg for 40 minutes against Buffalo and costing themselves the chance at a second point, the Edmonton Oilers were back in action for a rematch against the Detroit Red Wings.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 12

NHL roundup: Zach Hyman's hat trick propels Oilers past Red Wings

Zach Hyman netted a hat trick and Connor McDavid collected four assists to lead the host Edmonton Oilers to a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday.

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Zach Hyman News / Oilersnation / December 12

Zach Hyman’s hat trick launches Oilers over Red Wings: Recap, Highlights, Reaction

What a way to cap off the homestand. On Thursday evening, the Edmonton Oilers played their fifth and final game of the homestand, defeating the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 to move to 14-11-6 this season.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 12

Hyman’s Hat Trick Lifts Oilers to 4-1 Win Over Red Wings

The Edmonton Oilers (14-11-6) hosted the Detroit Red Wings (17-12-3) on Thursday night (Dec. 11). This was their final meeting of the season, with Detroit winning their previous matchup 4-2 on Oct.

Zach Hyman News / Field Level Media / December 11

Zach Hyman's hat trick lifts Oilers over red hot Red Wings

Zach Hyman netted a hat trick and Connor McDavid collected four assists to lead the host Edmonton Oilers to a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday.

NHL News / The Oil Rig / December 3

The Edmonton Oilers run for home, but run into a Wallstedt they could have had and get shut out 1–0

Following arguably their best performance of the season against the Seattle Kraken, the Edmonton Oilers returned home on Tuesday night. Opening a five-game homestand against the Minnesota Wild, following up with another strong game was paramount.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 29

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ impactful return, Zach Hyman’s first goal, and Stuart Skinner gets the shutout

The Edmonton Oilers rolled into Seattle on Saturday afternoon looking for signs of life after getting dummied by the Stars on Thursday night in one of the worst losses of the season.

NHL News / The Oil Rig / November 25

The Edmonton Oilers have a point-shot problem

What’s the first thing you think of when you think of the Edmonton Oilers offence? A highlight reel Connor McDavid goal? A Leon Draisaitl power play snipe?

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / November 17

Edmonton Oilers playoff odds sink below 50% with slow start

The Edmonton Oilers have been better as of late, but have started the 2025-26 season very poorly. It’s become a trend with this era of Oilers teams to start season off slowly, but this season has felt a bit scarier than previous ones.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 16

Zach Hyman and what true leadership looks like

Zach Hyman isn’t wearing a letter on his jersey (yet). He’s not the one giving postgame speeches or handling media responsibilities when things go wrong.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 16

Bend, don’t break as Hyman’s return lifts Oilers over Hurricanes

Stops in Raleigh are never easy. For many Edmonton Oilers fans, it invokes unpleasant memories from the 2006 Stanley Cup Final. And while that may be almost 20 years in the past, recent trips to visit the Carolina Hurricanes haven’t always been fun.

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 15

Oilers Shuffle Lines, Put Hyman in Unfamiliar Spot vs. Hurricanes

The Edmonton Oilers will be getting Zach Hyman back on Saturday night as the team travels to Carolina to take on the Hurricanes. After 19 games missed, Hyman is back on the team’s top line, with a familiar face in Connor McDavid.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / November 15

Oilers' Zach Hyman expected to make season debut vs. Hurricanes

The Edmonton Oilers could use a pick-me-up heading into Saturday night's game against the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, N.C. After all, the Oilers have just two wins in their last six games (2-3-1) and are in the midst of a seven-game road trip.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 14

Oilers Make 2 Key Roster Moves Ahead of Hyman’s Return

The Edmonton Oilers made a pair of roster moves on Friday, and all signs point to one thing: Zach Hyman is coming back. As the team prepares for Saturday’s matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes, Edmonton announced that they have placed defenseman Troy Stecher on waivers and assigned rookie forward Isaac Howard to AHL Bakersfield.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / November 14

Oilers’ Zach Hyman expected to make season debut against Hurricanes

A highly anticipated return is on the horizon. On Friday, the Edmonton Oilers placed defenseman Troy Stetcher on waivers, as well as sending forward Isaac Howard down to their American Hockey League affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 14

Zach Hyman Should Be on the Oilers’ Third Line When He Returns

Edmonton Oilers’ forward Zach Hyman is set to make his season debut on Saturday (Nov. 15) against the Carolina Hurricanes. Hyman hasn’t played since he suffered a wrist injury during Game 4 of the Western Conference Final against the Dallas Stars last season.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / November 14

Zach Hyman News Emerges Before Hurricanes Game

The defending Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers have had an up-and-down start to the season, but their fortunes might soon change thanks to the addition of a key player to their active roster.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 13

Oilers plan to activate Zach Hyman this weekend

There is light at the end of the tunnel for Zach Hyman. According to reporter Tony Brar, the Edmonton Oilers will activate Hyman this weekend, and he’ll make his season debut against the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / November 12

Oilers Announce Zach Hyman News Ahead of Seven-Game Road Trip

Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch provided an update on forward Zach Hyman’s injury on Wednesday. The update comes as the team prepares to face the Philadelphia Flyers, kicking off a seven-game road trip.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / November 11

Oilers' Hopes for Injured Zach Hyman Revealed on Tuesday

The Edmonton Oilers are nearing the return of forward Zach Hyman, who has yet to play this season after suffering a wrist injury during last year’s playoff run.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 11

Oilers Offer Clearer Timeline on Zach Hyman’s Return

The Edmonton Oilers are finally closing in on the return of one of their most important forwards. According to Sports 1440’s Jason Gregor, Zach Hyman won’t play Wednesday in Philadelphia, but he’s expected to make his season debut either Thursday in Columbus or Saturday in Carolina.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / November 1

Zach Hyman feels he is 'ready to go' after first full team skate with Edmonton Oilers

For the first time since suffering a dislocated wrist in Game 4 of last spring’s Western Conference Final, Zach Hyman joined the Edmonton Oilers for a full practice on Wednesday.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 6

Oilers get good news on Zach Hyman injury front

Zach Hyman isn’t expected to be ready to return to the Edmonton Oilers until the end of October. Still, there’s potentially good news that could see him return earlier than expected.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / September 24

Bad News for the Oilers: Zach Hyman Out Until November

The Edmonton Oilers got some bad news this week: Zach Hyman won’t be back in the lineup until at least November. Hyman, who underwent wrist surgery in late May, has been making steady progress in his recovery, but it’s clear he’s not ready to start the season.