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On YouTubeMattias Ekholm News / The Hockey Writers / May 20
Oilers Fans May Need to Temper Expectations Regarding Ekholm Return
The city of Edmonton is buzzing once again, as the Oilers are off to the Western Conference Final for the second straight season and the third time in four years.
Mattias Ekholm News / Oilersnation / May 20
Mattias Ekholm impressed with how Oilers’ defence has stepped up in his absence
Edmonton Oilers defenceman Mattias Ekholm says he has been impressed with the way his fellow blueliners have been able to elevate their game despite his extended absence.
NHL News / Oilersnation / May 20
Oilers vs. Stars: A Breakdown of Forwards, Defence, and Goaltending
The Oilers and Stars are the 10th set of teams to meet in the Conference Final in consecutive seasons, and Edmonton will look to be the sixth team to win both times after defeating Dallas in six games last year.
The 'Stanley Cup Playoff points leaders since 1999-2000' quiz
How many of the NHL postseason scoring leaders since the 1999-2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / May 20
Oilers Entering Conference Finals as Underdogs
Four teams remain as the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs have reached the Conference Final rounds, and the Edmonton Oilers appear to be a step behind the rest of the pack.
Leon Draisaitl News / Blade of Steel / May 20
Leon Draisaitl Reveals Why the Edmonton Oilers are Far More Superior than the Leafs
The Edmonton Oilers have won as many playoff rounds in the past three weeks as the Leafs have in the past 20 years. On paper, the Oilers aren't a much better team than the Leafs.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 20
McDavid and Draisaitl Annoyed By Tired Oilers Narrative
The Edmonton Oilers are back in the Western Conference Final, but this time, the storyline feels different. In past years, critics pointed to a team that relied too heavily on offense — specifically from the top two stars in Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.
NHL News / The Oil Rig / May 20
Dallas Star players the Edmonton Oilers must contain in the Western Conference Final
For the second straight year, the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars will meet in the Conference Final. Both teams look slightly different on paper compared to last year.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 20
Oilers McDavid, Draisaitl About to 'Lock In' and Go Nuclear
The Edmonton Oilers are back in the Western Conference Final and a series win away from returning to the Stanley Cup Final. They’ve gotten there in a much different manner than last season, when in 2023-24, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl were all-world and led the team despite a lack of production from depth players.
Wayne Gretzky News / Hockey Latest / May 20
Wayne Gretzky Blasts His Brother Over Disastrous Edmonton Oilers Draft Selection
NHL and Oilers legend Wayne Gretzky is not happy with the team's draft decision they made in 2021, and he openly ripped apart his brother for a crucial mistake.
NHL News / The Oil Rig / May 20
Keys to victory for the Edmonton Oilers in their series against the Dallas Stars
It is now “Conference Final Eve,” an occasion Edmonton Oilers fans are celebrating for the third time in four years, after having only been able to celebrate it once in the previous 28 NHL seasons.
John Klingberg News / Oilersnation / May 20
John Klingberg’s comeback tale with the Oilers could turn into a redemption story in series vs. the Stars
John Klingberg’s playoff run with the Edmonton Oilers has been nothing short of a remarkable comeback story. The 32-year-old underwent hip surgery in December 2023, and after a lengthy rehab, the Oilers signed him back in January to a one-year deal.
Mattias Ekholm News / Athlon Sports / May 20
Oilers' Mattias Ekholm in Disbelief Over Injury Update Before Stars Series
Veteran defenseman Mattias Ekholm had been absent from the Edmonton Oilers lineup since April 11 and was initially expected to miss the entire postseason with an undisclosed injury.
Connor McDavid News / Trade Talk Sports / May 20
Can the Oilers Win the Stanley Cup? For and Against
With Connor McDavid leading the way, the Edmonton Oilers are again in the conversation as serious Stanley Cup contenders. They are headed into the Western Conference finals.
Mattias Ekholm News / NHL Trade Talk / May 19
Ekholm: 'Didn’t Think I Would Be in This Position This Quickly'
“I didn’t think I would be in this position this quickly,” Mattias Ekholm said after he took a full skate with the Edmonton Oilers on Monday. Ekholm was
NHL News / Oilersnation / May 19
Special teams and goaltending highlights the Stars’ advantages over Oilers
For the second consecutive season, the team representing the Western Conference in the Stanley Cup Finals will come down to the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars.
Leon Draisaitl News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 19
Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl disputes challenge of playing in a Canadian market
The 32-year Stanley Cup drought for Canadian NHL teams is still alive and well, and now there is only one team left who can out it to bed. The Edmonton Oilers are the last hope for Canada after the Toronto Maple Leafs got blitzed by the Florida Panthers 6-1 in Game 7 on home ice.
Mattias Ekholm News / Oilersnation / May 19
Mattias Ekholm Watch: Oilers defenceman a full participant at Monday practice
Mattias Ekholm watch continues, and the Edmonton Oilers defenceman was a full participant at Monday’s practice. While he skated with the extras during practice, his being out there for a full practice was a great sign.
Corey Perry News / NHL Trade Talk / May 19
Suprising Source Hints Retirement for Oilers’ Corey Perry Imminent
This may be the final season for Edmonton Oilers forward Corey Perry. The veteran winger just turned 40, and during a recent interview with Colby Armstrong, he was asked how much time he has left in his career.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / May 19
Possible third-round draft targets for the Edmonton Oilers
With the Edmonton Oilers advancing to the third round of the NHL playoffs, most of the attention regarding the team is squarely on their current NHL squad.
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