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Calvin Pickard News / Field Level Media / June 14

Oilers starting G Calvin Pickard in Game 5 of Stanley Cup Final

After playing an instrumental role in the Edmonton Oilers' 5-4 overtime win in Game 4 on Thursday to even the Stanley Cup Final, goaltender Calvin Pickard will start Saturday's pivotal Game 5 against the visiting Florida Panthers.

Ty Emberson News / The Hockey Writers / June 14

Oilers’ Ty Emberson Might Be On Outside Looking In for 2025-26 Season

The Edmonton Oilers are currently focused on winning their first Stanley Cup since 1990, but when the offseason comes and free agency comes around, they will have to shift gears onto the 2025-26 season and try to make sure they’re in contention for a championship again.

Edmonton Oilers News / Blade of Steel / June 14

Connor McDavid Gets Brutally Honest After Stuart Skinner Pulled Again in Cup Final

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid is getting brutally honest after goaltender Stuart Skinner was pulled yet again in the Stanley Cup Final against the Panthers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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In the history of the NHL, a total of 46 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 46 can you name in six minutes?

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Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / June 14

McDavid Says to Expect a Big Change for Oilers in Game 5

Edmonton Oilers’ captain Connor McDavid is expecting a big change for the team tonight as the team steps on the ice for Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 14

Despite benching, we might not have seen the last of Oilers goalkeeper

In a postseason run that has been anything but ordinary, chances are the saga isn't over yet.

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Evander Kane News / Blade of Steel / June 14

Evander Kane Fires Shots at Florida Panthers Ahead of Game 5 Clash in Edmonton

Ahead of their critical Game 5 tilt against the Florida Panthers in the SCF, Oilers forward Evander Kane is firing a shot at the Panthers as their clash intensifies.

Aaron Ekblad News / The Hockey Writers / June 14

NHL Rumors Shootdown: Report Linking Oilers to Ekblad Don’t Add Up

Despite recent speculation tying the Edmonton Oilers to veteran defenseman Aaron Ekblad, there’s little reason to believe general manager Stan Bowman and CEO Jeff Jackson are seriously considering him as a top target in free agency.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / June 14

Oilers Make Goalie Change for Game 5

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Calvin Pickard is expected to start Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers on Saturday, according to multiple reports.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / June 14

Oilers’ Viktor Arvidsson in lineup for Game 5, Kasperi Kapanen out

A notable change down the lineup for the Edmonton Oilers heading into a crucial game. During morning skate in the lead-up to Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers, it was revealed that forward Viktor Arvidsson will re-enter the lineup in place of Kasperi Kapanen.

Edmonton Oilers News / Blade of Steel / June 14

Edmonton Oilers Starting Goalie for Crucial Game 5 Revealed

The Edmonton Oilers have revealed their starting goaltender for tonight's critical Game 5 of the SCF against the Florida Panthers, which is now a best-of-3.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / June 14

Game 5 Between the Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final Tonight

The Edmonton Oilers faceoff against the Florida Panthers for the fifth game of the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Final from Northern Alberta on this Saturday evening in mid-June.

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Calvin Pickard News / NHL Trade Talk / June 14

Calvin Pickard Set to Start Game 5, Plus Other Oilers Changes

Calvin Pickard appears to be getting the nod for Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final, as he took reps in the starter’s net during the Edmonton Oilers’ morning skate on Saturday.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 14

Calvin Pickard starts for Oilers in Game 5 against Panthers as Kane starts on fourth line

The Edmonton Oilers are hoping to carry the momentum from Calvin Pickard’s relief appearance into Game 5, as he is set to start a pivotal game against the Florida Panthers Saturday night.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / June 14

Paul Coffey is Doing Wonders for Oilers' Defence

Since being drafted sixth overall in 1980 by the Edmonton Oilers, Paul Coffey has made an imprint on the team's blue line, both on the ice and now behind the bench. During his playing days, Coffey was Bobby Orr reincarnated.

NHL News / Hockey Latest / June 14

Wild Stat Emerges That Guarantees the Oilers Will Win Game 5 at Home vs. Panthers

A wild stat has emerged that shows the Oilers are a perfect 5-0 all-time on home ice for Saturday night Stanley Cup Final games, which bodes well for tonight.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 14

Can Oilers Flip the Script and Ride Goaltending to a Series Comeback?

Given his postseason résumé, most hockey analysts would have given Sergei Bobrovsky the edge in the Stanley Cup Final’s goaltending battle. He’s been here before—calm under pressure, capable of stealing games, and the backbone of a Florida Panthers team built for the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 14

Oilers vs. Panthers: Game 5 Information, Line Combinations, Starting Goaltenders, and More

The Stanley Cup Final has shifted back to Edmonton. Following a brutal 6-1 loss to the Panthers in Game 3, the Oilers bounced back with a much-needed overtime victory in Game 4.

Edmonton Oilers News / Inside The Rink / June 14

Edmonton Oilers Thoughts: Finals, Game 5

That year was the first thing that came to my mind after the Edmonton Oilers played a first period from Hockey Hell on Thursday night. I’ve written about this team having a weird obsession with adversity, I’ve written about them loving to prove doubters wrong.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 14

Oilers Are Unbeatable at Home on Saturday Night in the Stanley Cup

For generations, Saturday has always been the night for hockey in Canada. It dates back to the 1930s, when weekly Saturday NHL games were first broadcast on the radio.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / June 14

Oilers Won't Commit to Starting Goalie for Game 5

The Edmonton Oilers' comeback in Game 4 on Thursday was nothing short of historic, as they overcame a 3-0 deficit to win 5-4 in overtime and tie the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers at 2-2 heading back to Alberta.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / June 14

Well-Known Edmonton Psychic Drops Shocking Stanley Cup Final Winner

A well-known psychic in Edmonton working at the Russian Tea Room, who has an 80 to 90 percent reading accuracy, predicts the Florida Panthers will win the Cup.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 13

With Kris Knoblauch ‘hating’ early penalties, could Oilers consider sitting Evander Kane?

It’s not often that Kris Knoblauch voices his displeasure about things. When he’s in front of a microphone, he’s calm, cool, collected and almost always goes out of his way to defend his players.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 13

Why Did Oilers Pull Klingberg Just to Bench Troy Stecher?

Troy Stecher’s return to the lineup and debut in the 2025 Stanley Cup Final for the Edmonton Oilers was short-lived and puzzling. The veteran defenseman was called upon for Game 4, coming in alongside forward Jeff Skinner, as the Edmonton Oilers made lineup changes with John Klingberg and Viktor Arvidsson coming out.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / June 12

Stanley Cup Final Game 4: Draisaitl’s OT winner completes comeback for Oilers to tie series

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are back, which means that for the next two months, we’ll get non-stop exciting action in the NHL as we witness history in another team looking to win a championship.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 10