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NHL News / The Oil Rig / May 3
How the Edmonton Oilers managed to turn the series around against the Los Angeles Kings
Well. What an intense week that was, huh? The Edmonton Oilers won four straight games from Games 3 to 6 to take a fourth consecutive first-round series against the Los Angeles Kings.
Mattias Ekholm News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 3
Oilers veteran defenseman won't play in second round
While the Oilers came back from a two-game deficit to beat Los Angeles in the first round, they won’t be getting any reinforcements on the back end for their next series against Vegas.
Edmonton Oilers News / 5 GOATs / May 3
NASCAR’s Brad Moran explains Talladega DQs for Joey Logano, Ryan Preece
NASCAR Cup Series Managing Director Brad Moran delivered a bit of show-and-tell on Saturday. With some confusion surrounding the disqualification of Joey Logano and Ryan Preece at Talladega this past weekend, he decided to show the media exactly what went into the decision.
The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
NHL News / Oilersnation / May 3
Unexpected heroes for the Oilers during their first-round win over the Kings
It’s that time of year yet again. The Edmonton Oilers have sent the Los Angeles Kings to the golf course. It doesn’t matter what adjustments Rob Blake and his team have made over the past four seasons.
What cities should get NHL expansion teams?
It seems the NHL is in a good place. Ratings are up, talent levels are high, and the league added two teams to get up to 32 in the not-too-distant past.
Mattias Ekholm News / NHL Trade Talk / May 3
Oilers get good news and bad news on Mattias Ekholm
There is good news and not-so-good news regarding the status of defenseman Mattias Ekholm.
Alec Regula News / The Hockey Writers / May 3
Oilers Extend Alec Regula; What Does His Future With Them Look Like?
The Edmonton Oilers are currently focused on winning their next series after taking out the Los Angeles Kings in six games, and are preparing to take on the Vegas Golden Knights.
John Klingberg News / Oilersnation / May 3
A look into the impact Oilers’ John Klingberg made against the L.A. Kings
After a 4-2 series win over the Los Angeles Kings, the Edmonton Oilers are off to the second round to face the Vegas Golden Knights. While stars like Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Evan Bouchard led the charge in the L.A.
Calvin Pickard News / The Hockey Writers / May 3
Oilers Continue to Display Their Love for Calvin Pickard
Whenever the Edmonton Oilers turn to Calvin Pickard, he seems to come up with the clutch performances they need. The 33-year-old wound up stepping up to be the Oilers’ backup goaltender during the 2023-24 season, but felt like a risky bet in that position given that he’d spent the past several seasons in the American Hockey League (AHL).
Leon Draisaitl News / Athlon Sports / May 3
Leon Draisaitl's Simple Two-Word Post After Oilers Beat LA Kings
The Edmonton Oilers are heading to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs after eliminating the Los Angeles Kings in Game 6. Edmonton completed the series comeback Thursday night with a 6-4 win at Rogers Place, overcoming an early 2-0 series deficit to knock out Los Angeles for the fourth straight year.
Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / May 2
Connor McDavid's First Post After Oilers-Kings Series Draws Eyes
The Edmonton Oilers appeared as though their playoff mastery over the Los Angeles Kings was coming to an end after they dropped the first two games of the series.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 2
Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Maple Leafs slay their demons to advance
The Stanley Cup playoffs featured four Game 6's on Thursday and three series wins. Here are some key takeaways from the night's action.
Kris Knoblauch News / The Hockey Writers / May 2
Kris Knoblauch Gives the Oilers the Advantage Over Golden Knights
The Vegas Golden Knights have the Edmonton Oilers’ number. They split the season series, but they’ve played well against the Pacific Division opponent for years.
Alec Regula News / Daily Faceoff / May 2
Oilers sign Alec Regula to two-year contract extension
The Edmonton Oilers announced on Friday that the club has signed defenseman Alec Regula to a two-year, two-way contract extension that carries a $775,000
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 2
Oilers sign defenceman Alec Regula to two-year extension
If you’re looking at this headline and wondering who Alec Regula is, that’s more than fair, given he didn’t play in a game of hockey this season. But he’s going to stick around Edmonton for two more years after the club signed him to a two-year, two-way $775,000 extension Friday.
Alec Regula News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 2
Oilers give new contract to defenseman claimed off waivers from Bruins
While he was set to be a restricted free agent this summer, he gets some early stability as he looks to get his development back on track following his lost season.
NHL News / Oilersnation / May 2
The Kings’ arrogance cost them against the Oilers
April 21st, 2025. The Edmonton Oilers open the first round of the playoffs against the Los Angeles Kings for the fourth straight year. Edmonton opened things up in a poor way, to say the least.
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / The Hockey Writers / May 2
Oilers Don’t Need to Trade Nugent-Hopkins for a Goaltender
The Edmonton Oilers are currently focused on trying to win their first Stanley Cup since 1990 as they prepare to face off against the Vegas Golden Knights in the second round of the postseason.
NHL News / Oilersnation / May 2
Ask Dubey: How much impact does the crowd chanting the goalie’s name have?
Welcome to another edition of Ask Dubey, where former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk gives his thoughts on the Edmonton Oilers and answers questions about anything from hockey to life.
Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / May 3
The Oilers & No Whistles? Edmonton’s Round 1 Officiating Problem
According to Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch, if there are three certainties in life, it’s “death, taxes, and being upset with refereeing.” And that third certainty has felt particularly pointed during the Oilers’ first-round matchup against the Los Angeles Kings.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 2
Oilers vs. Kings – Game 6: A Tactical Review
Let’s be honest: Game 6 wasn’t exactly a masterpiece from the Edmonton Oilers. Don’t agree? Just listen again to their post-game comments. How many times did you hear, “This wasn’t our best game”?
NHL News / Field Level Media / May 2
Oilers knock Kings out of playoffs for fourth straight year
Connor Brown scored once in a three-point game and the Edmonton Oilers advanced to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, again at the expense of the Los Angeles Kings, thanks to a 6-4 home-ice victory in Game 6 on Thursday.
Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / May 1
Draisaitl a Finalist for Hart Trophy: Why He Deserves to Win
Leon Draisaitl is among the three finalists for the Hart Trophy in 2024-25. Along with Nikita Kucherov and Connor Hellebuyck, Draisaitl’s season wasn’t just impressive — it was dominant.
Calvin Pickard News / Daily Faceoff / April 30
Calvin Pickard is exactly what the Oilers needed
The Edmonton Oilers earned a 3-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings Tuesday night, giving them a 3-2 series lead after losing the first two games of the first-round matchup.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 30
Walman and Klingberg Stepping Up in Ekholm’s Absence for Oilers
As the Edmonton Oilers take a 3-2 series lead in their heated first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Kings, several players the Oilers didn’t have for most of the season are stepping up.
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