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Playoff races everywhere in the NHL and a Draisaitl injury update

The NHL regular season finishes in one month on April 16th, and right now, only two teams look locked into their playoff positions. Carolina leads the Metropolitan Division by nine points; however, they are in a race for the #1 seed in the Eastern Conference with Buffalo sitting two points back.

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Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl dealing with lower-body injury, no timeline for return

The Edmonton Oilers have provided a less-than-positive update regarding one of their superstar forwards. Head coach Kris Knoblauch revealed on Monday that Leon Draisaitl has a lower-body injury, and there is currently no set timetable for his return.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 16

Oilers NCAA prospect update: Three prospects heading to conference championships

The NCAA playoff season is in full force, and the Edmonton Oilers have five prospects navigating the postseason with their respective programs. Thanks to strong performances over the weekend, three of those five players are now competing for conference championships.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 16

Third-Stringer to Oilers’ Starter: Ingram’ Amazing Jump

Connor Ingram wasn’t about to let this opportunity pass him by. They gave him the starting job for the Oilers, and he came through—stopped 26 shots, posted a .963 save percentage, and helped grab a really important win against Nashville.

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The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 16

Edmonton, Calgary selected among host cities for 2028 World Cup of Hockey

Alberta’s capital and its neighbours three hours south have been selected as two of three host cities for the National Hockey League’s 2028 World Cup of Hockey.

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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

Bobby McMann News / Daily Faceoff / March 16

Bobby McMann off to a strong start with the Kraken

The Seattle Kraken may have had to wait longer than expected for Bobby McMann to debut for them, but once he did, they had to be extremely pleased with the results.

Leon Draisaitl News / Oilersnation / March 16

Oilers respond with emotional win over Predators after Draisaitl knocked out of game

It’s gut-check time for the Edmonton Oilers. With just over a month left before the playoffs, the team needs to settle into a groove of consistently solid efforts, or risk getting knocked out much sooner than they’d like.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / March 16

Why the Edmonton Oilers need to add more physicality to their game

With just 14 games left in the regular season, the Edmonton Oilers are entering a crucial stretch as they prepare for the upcoming playoffs. It is time to look at what they can do to get ready to compete.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / March 16

McDavid On Board with Big Change to NHL Player Suspension Process

Connor McDavid was asked on Sunday about the process the NHL goes through when trying to determine discipline and player suspensions. It’s a hot-button topic right now, given the Radko Gudas five-game suspension and the Toronto Maple Leafs losing Auston Matthews for the season.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 16

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 3-1 Win Over Predators

The Edmonton Oilers put a halt to their two-game losing streak and picked up a huge two points in the Pacific Division playoff race as they defeated the Nashville Predators by a score of 3-1 at Rogers Place on Sunday (March 15) night.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 16

Leon Draisaitl leaves game, Matt Savoie rewarded, and the Oilers give Connor Ingram the keys

After a disappointing wrap to Friday’s game against St. Louis to finish the road trip, the Edmonton Oilers were back on home ice for their third meeting of the season against the Nashville Predators.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / March 16

After Tristan Jarry disaster, Kris Knoblauch names Connor Ingram starting goalie ahead of critical homestand

Edmonton Oilers Head Coach Kris Knoblauch has officially designated Connor Ingram as the team’s starting goaltender. This will be a shift away from struggling netminder Tristan Jarry as the team prepares for a crucial four-game homestand.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 16

McDavid and Draisaitl Can Score, But Can the Oilers Defend?

For years, talking about the Edmonton Oilers has been dead simple: Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl light it up, the team scores in bunches, and everyone’s happy until the playoffs hit.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 16

NHL roundup: Oilers win behind Connor McDavid's 3 assists

Matt Savoie scored the eventual game-winner, and Connor McDavid added three assists as the Edmonton Oilers topped the visiting Nashville Predators 3-1 on Sunday night.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 16

No ‘immediate red flags’ for Oilers’ Draisaitl but could miss games after suffering injury against Predators

When Leon Draisaitl took to the ice for two shifts late in the first period of Sunday’s Edmonton Oilers game against the Nashville Predators, there were “no red flags” as the centre tested out an injury, head coach Kris Knoblauch said.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / March 15

Connor McDavid helps Oilers stack goals to beat Predators

Matt Savoie scored the eventual game-winner, and Connor McDavid added three assists as the Edmonton Oilers topped the visiting Nashville Predators 3-1 on Sunday night.

Leon Draisaitl News / Oilersnation / March 16

Oilers lose Draisaitl to injury, hang on to beat Predators 3-1: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

After the Edmonton Oilers disappointingly blew a 2-0 lead on Friday, they were able to get back into the win column. On Sunday, the Oilers returned home to host the Nashville Predators, defeating them 3-1 to move to 3-1-1 in their last five games.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 15

Leon Draisaitl Leaves Game vs Predators with Injury

Sunday night, as the Edmonton Oilers were leading the Nashville Predators 1-0, the goal scorer, Leon Draisaitl, left the game with an injury. Draisaitl took a hit from Ozzy Wiesblatt along the boards.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 15

A Wise McDavid Calmly Knocks on the Player Safety Door

Connor McDavid is, well, Connor McDavid. The best player in the world, on the ice, in the headlines, everywhere. But in a recent chat about the NHL’s department of player safety, he showed a different side — thoughtful, calm, and aware of the balance between influence and humility.