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Stars overcome deficit to beat Oilers in shootout: Recap, Highlights, and Reaction

Another game, another blown lead, and another loss for the Edmonton Oilers. On Tuesday evening, the Oilers played the second game of a road back-to-back, falling 4-3 to the Dallas Stars in the shootout to move to 6-5-4 for the season.

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Oilers are looking to move Troy Stetcher

In Tuesday’s episode of Oilers Now with Bob Stauffer, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet referenced Troy Stecher, that a move could be happening soon.

Connor Ingram News / Oilersnation / November 4

Goaltender Connor Ingram working hard to rebuild confidence in AHL this season

Goaltender Connor Ingram is beginning to settle into his role with the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors, one month after he was acquired by the Edmonton Oilers from the Utah Mammoth.

Alec Regula News / Oilersnation / November 4

Oilers activate Alec Regula from injured reserve

The Edmonton Oilers have activated defenceman Alec Regula from the injured reserve, the club announced Tuesday. Regula last played in the Oilers’ second game of the regular season against the Vancouver Canucks, leaving the game shaken up after taking a pair of big hits from Evander Kane.

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The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 80 points in the 2024-25 NHL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 4

'Raft of Transactions' Coming as D-Man Returns for Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers have activated defenseman Alec Regula from injured reserve. The team announced the roster change and, as a result, Mark Spector of Sportsnet is among the analysts who believe additional roster moves will follow.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Stuart Skinner News / Daily Faceoff / November 4

The Oilers shouldn’t trade Stuart Skinner just to trade him

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner remains a lightning rod of a topic in Alberta as he continues to perform at inconsistent levels. He was great in a 3-2 overtime win against Chicago on Saturday, but he’d allowed at least three goals in each of his prior three starts before that one.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 4

Oilers Better to Trade Stecher than Other Discussed Option in Emberson

The Edmonton Oilers are a team that could be making a move or two in the near future. Based on several reports, a few of which came out on Monday, management is looking to free up some cap space in order to make room for Zach Hyman, who is nearing a return from a fractured jaw suffered in the playoffs.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 4

Oilers Avoid Potentially Brutal Goalie News Ahead of Stars Game

** Update: It was confirmed by the coach that Casey DeSmith will start versus the Edmonton Oilers. So too, Radek Faksa is a game-time decision. The Edmonton Oilers are coming off another bad third period, one in which they let the St.

Devon Levi News / The Oil Rig / November 4

Should the Edmonton Oilers pursue Devon Levi

Would you ever believe that the Buffalo Sabres have what appears to be a promising prospect that they are mishandling and not developing properly? It’s a believable story?

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 4

Bouchard’s Costly Effort Forcing Oilers’ Hand After Loss to Blues

The Edmonton Oilers might finally have reached their breaking point with Evan Bouchard. After another defensive lapse directly led to the St. Louis Blues’ game-winning goal, questions about accountability behind the bench are growing louder.

NHL News / Oilersnation / November 4

Another Connor McDavid milestone, another blown lead, and the Oilers’ lack of killer instinct

After taking care of the Blackhawks on Saturday at Rogers Place, the Edmonton Oilers hit the road for a quick two-game trip that started Monday in St. Louis against the Blues.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 4

Oilers News & Rumours: Skinner and Stecher Trade Talks, McDavid, Bouchard

The Edmonton Oilers have continued to push through their 2025-26 season and are poised to make a playoff push in hopes of winning their first Stanley Cup since 1990 after coming up short in the previous two seasons, and with a different look in their lineup this time around, they’re hoping they can find a way to get it done.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 4

Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins gets candid on improved offensive production

The Edmonton Oilers are navigating the 2025-26 season in its early stages. Edmonton has shown glimpses of the dominant team they’ve proven to be over the last few seasons.

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Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / November 3

Oilers’ Connor McDavid becomes fourth-fastest player to score 1,100 NHL points

One of the best of all time has hit another significant milestone. On Monday night, Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid recorded the 1,100th point of his NHL career, becoming the fourth-fastest player to reach the mark.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / November 3

Oilers Head Coach Names Team’s Biggest Flaws Amid Slow Start to NHL Season

Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch spoke to the media before Monday’s game against the St. Louis Blues. He discussed the team’s start and areas that need improvement.

Stuart Skinner News / NHL Trade Talk / November 3

Oilers Face Goaltending Concern if Stuart Skinner Trade Buzz is True

Rumors linking Stuart Skinner to a potential trade should prompt questions about Edmonton’s plans if Skinner goes. While it’s fair to argue that his up-and-down play has created concerns about the need for an upgrade, Skinner believes he’s finding his game and feeling good about his play.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / November 3