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Oilers’ Coach Admits to Big Mistake Ahead of Playoffs vs Kings

Perhaps head coach Kris Knoblauch didn’t see a blowout coming. Maybe he thought his starting goaltender wouldn’t be rattled after a solid season. Whatever the case, the Edmonton Oilers bench boss admitted after Thursday’s final regular season game that he made a mistake starting Skinner and letting him get lit up for four goals in just minutes.

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Four Oilers who could surprise as next unlikely NHL playoff hero

The Edmonton Oilers are gearing up for another shot at raising Lord Stanley, and one of their undeniable strengths heading into the postseason lies in their wealth of top-end talent, with the likes of Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Zach Hyman, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Evan Bouchard, who are all expected to produce offensively.

Edmonton Oilers News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago

Oilers fatal flaw that will doom them in 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs

For hockey fans, it is the most wonderful time of the year as the Stanley Cup Playoffs are right around the corner. And as always, there are a handful of contenders, pretenders, and the potential for an upset or two.

NHL News / Oilersnation / 1 hour ago

Oilers wrap up the regular season with a B-squad stinker, fall 5-1 in Colorado

The Edmonton Condors Oilers took on the Colorado Avalanche for the final game of the season, and when we saw who was playing for either side, it seemed highly unlikely that we’d be wrapping up the season with a win.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / 2 hours ago

Oilers’ Knoblauch Must Avoid Previous Coaching Staff’s Playoff Errors

In 2022-23, Jay Woodcroft coached the Edmonton Oilers to a 50-23-9 record. They were the hottest team in the NHL down the stretch and looked poised for a deep playoff run.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / 0 minutes ago

NHL Game Recap: Edmonton Oilers vs. Colorado Avalanche | 04/18/2024

On a night where the Edmonton Oilers were missing some of their key players such as McDavid, Draisaitl, Hyman, Nugent-Hopkins, Bouchard, Ekholm, and Kane, they were set to play against the full lineup of the Colorado Avalanche.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 14 minutes ago

Dylan Holloway continues dominance as Oilers eye playoffs

What a long, strange trip it’s been. On Thursday night, part of that trip ended for the Edmonton Oilers, who finished off their regular season with a 5-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche.

NHL News / Oilersnation / 2 hours ago

Edmonton Oilers will face Los Angeles Kings in the first round of the playoffs

For the third year in a row, the Edmonton Oilers will face the Los Angeles Kings in the first round of the playoffs. The Oilers have pretty much been locked

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 9 hours ago

Instant Reaction: Oilers close out regular season as B Squad takes beating in Colorado

Well, 82 games are in the books, and hopefully, 16 more wins are on the way. What do you think of the regular season? In the final game of the season,

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / 3 hours ago

Veteran winger announces retirement

his 13th professional season will be his last.

Warren Foegele hits 20-goal mark as Oilers have last dance in the desert

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement

Penguins' Sidney Crosby addresses retirement, contract chatter

The best performances by rookies in the NHL playoffs

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Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / 13 hours ago

McDavid’s Even-Strength Production Powers Oilers’ Success

Edmonton Oilers’ captain Connor McDavid continues to be a threat whenever he is on the ice, no matter the circumstances. After coming off a season where the Oilers had the best power play percentage in all of NHL history, McDavid significantly raised his even-strength production this season.

Warren Foegele News / The Hockey Writers / 15 hours ago

Oilers’ Offseason Options for a More Expensive Warren Foegele

Warren Foegele just hit 20 goals in a single season for the first time in his career. It’s been a solid run in 2023-24 for the top-nine winger who is showing his ability and has stepped up his production in a contract year.

Brad Malone News / Daily Faceoff / 5 hours ago

Brad Malone to retire from hockey at end of 2023-24

The Bakersfield Condors have announced that forward Brad Malone will be retiring at the end of the 2023-24 Calder Cup Playoffs. Oilers Nation director Zach Laing was the first to report on the retirement.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 18

G82 Game Notes: Oilers should rest Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and more

Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Zach Hyman and Evan Bouchard are among the top 30 scorers in the NHL this season. All four should get a night off in Denver as the Oilers prepare for the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / 21 hours ago

Revisiting Oilers Second-Best Trade By Holland: Foegele for Bear

Back in July of 2021, in an emotional move that stirred both excitement and skepticism among Edmonton Oilers fans, General Manager Ken Holland orchestrated a trade that has proven to be a definitive win for the team.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / 6 hours ago

Little on line as Avs, Oilers close regular season

The final day of the NHL regular season won't mean anything for first-round matchups, but it could have an impact on what happens later in the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 17

Oilers recall pair of veterans before end of regular season

Oilers recall pair of veteran forwards before end of regular season

The Oilers will have some extra depth on hand for their final couple of games of the season.

Coyotes facing desert farewell in visit from Oilers

Oilers recall 2019 first-round pick

Oilers’ Connor McDavid becomes the fourth player in NHL history to record 100 assists in a season

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Philip Broberg News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 17

Oilers recall 2019 first-round pick

The Oilers have recalled a top prospect.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / April 15

Edmonton Oilers’ Connor McDavid becomes fourth player in NHL history to record 100 assists in a season

Edmonton Oilers’ captain Connor McDavid made history on Monday night, recording his 100th assist of the season against the San Jose Sharks and becoming just the fourth player in NHL history to reach the 100-assist mark in a single season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / April 15

Goaltending, scoring depth should be a strength for the Edmonton Oilers during the playoffs

The Edmonton Oilers are all set for the playoffs, and they’re guaranteed to have a familiar matchup and face one of the two teams that they did in last year’s playoffs with the Los Angeles Kings and Vegas Golden Knights duking it out for the final playoff spot in the Pacific Division.