Edmonton Oilers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Pre-Scout: New injuries, Babcock reunion tests Oilers in national spotlight vs. Leafs

The storylines write themselves. An Edmonton Oilers versus Toronto Maple Leafs matchup on a Saturday night doesn’t need much extra juice, but the Connor McDavid-Auston Matthews parallels always drum up noise.

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Isaac Howard landing spots after being named Oilers trade candidate

The Edmonton Oilers are flying high early in the 2026-27 NHL season. Edmonton has won eight of its first 10 games. They look like a strong Stanley Cup contender early on, especially with captain Connor McDavid on a generational run to begin the year.

Devon Levi News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 23

Oilers Place Devon Levi On Injured Reserve

The Edmonton Oilers’ hot start to the 2026-27 season just hit a big snag. According to a team announcement, the Oilers placed Devon Levi on injured reserve with an undisclosed injury.

Mike Babcock News / Field Level Media / October 23

Streaking Maple Leafs, Oilers collide as Mike Babcock faces old team

The visiting Toronto Maple Leafs will have their three-game win streak tested against the high-flying Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night. The Maple Leafs edged the New York Rangers 5-4 in a back-and-forth game on Thursday.

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 23

Flashback Friday: Reassessing the Oilers trade that sent Glenn Anderson and Grant Fuhr to the Maple Leafs

Years later, it’s fascinating to see how the dynastic Edmonton Oilers split up. From 1984 until 1990, the Oilers won five Stanley Cups, one of the best dynasties in National Hockey League history.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Devon Levi News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Oilers place Devon Levi on injured reserve

The Edmonton Oilers announced Friday that goaltender Devon Levi has been placed on injured reserve. The team also announced they have recalled goaltender Matt Tomkins from their AHL affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors, under emergency conditions.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 23

Oilers place Devon Levi on injured reserve, recall Matt Tomkins

The Edmonton Oilers will be without Devon Levi for a little while. The team’s rising star in goal has officially been placed on injured reserve, meaning that he will be out of the lineup for a minimum of seven days.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 23

O’Reilly Trade Proposal Gives Predators Youth, Oilers Depth

The Edmonton Oilers could strengthen their Stanley Cup push by giving the Nashville Predators something their own future needs: two prospects and additional draft capital.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / October 23

Oilers' injury struggles continue with alarming new update

The Edmonton Oilers held a practice on Friday morning following their 6-5 shootout victory over the Carolina Hurricanes. There were two notable players missing at practice, with head coach Mike Babcock providing some updates afterwards.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / October 23

It’s time to talk about Connor McDavid’s historic 260-point pace

At the National Hockey League’s northernmost outpost, things are happening that haven’t happened in 40 years. Connor McDavid, shot out of a cannon to begin the 2026-27 season, is breaking records left, right, and centre, producing at a level rarely seen.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 23

Oilers injury update: Levi to miss Maple Leafs game, Ekholm out at least a week

Devon Levi didn’t take the ice for Edmonton Oilers practice on Friday, and the team is expected to recall a goalie for Saturday night’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Devon Levi News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Devon Levi Might Be the Goalie the Oilers Have Always Needed

Ladies and gentlemen, the Edmonton Oilers might finally have the franchise goalie they’ve been after since Dwayne Roloson left town more than 17 years ago.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 23

Another Oilers Injury Scare? Babcock Reveals Levi Out; Jarry Starts vs. Maple Leafs

The Edmonton Oilers are dealing with more roster uncertainty after goaltender Devon Levi missed practice Friday, leaving his status up in the air. An injury, if that’s what this is, is not good news for the Oilers, as Levi has been incredible since his arrival and a key part of the Oilers’ 8-1-1 record.

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The 'World Series managers' quiz

The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / October 23

The Oilers Have a Goalie Decision They Didn’t Plan On

There’s never a convenient time to lose a goaltender, but the Edmonton Oilers have a little problem to sort out before Saturday’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

NHL News / Oil on Whyte / October 23

Oilers hold off defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes

It's been an insanely fast-paced and storyline-filled week of hockey. The Edmonton Oilers only added to that with their Thursday contest against the Carolina Hurricanes, which they ended up winning 6-5 in a shootout.

Mike Babcock News / Oilersnation / October 23

How has Babcock got the Oilers players’ attention?

Hockey fans and pundits wondered how Mike Babcock would impact the Edmonton Oilers. Early in the season, he’s clearly had a positive influence on the team.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Oilers’ dynamic duo dominated against reigning Cup champs

It was one of the most dominant performances from Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl during their tenure with the Edmonton Oilers. The dynamic duo had a

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / October 23

Oilers Connor McDavid Is in Some Ridiculously Good Company

There are hot starts, and then there are really hot starts. Reaching 30 points in your first 10 games of the season ranks near the very top. As the NHL graphic below shows, Connor McDavid is in a small club with three of the best ever to play in the NHL.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Connor McDavid Breaks Gretzky’s Record With Historic Start

There comes a point when describing Connor McDavid as the best player in hockey no longer feels sufficient. What the Edmonton Oilers captain is accomplishing goes beyond dominating his generation.

Tommy Lafreniere News / Oilersnation / October 23

Oilers Prospect Update: Tommy Lafreniere continues to show out for Western Michigan

We’re now in full swing in the hockey stratosphere. Many Edmonton Oilers prospects around the world have had an impressive start to the season. Tommy Lafreniere’s two-way game has been on full display for Western Michigan University.

Mathieu Joseph News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Oilers’ Mathieu Joseph Could Be Rejuvenating His Career with Early Season Success

The Edmonton Oilers got busy this summer shoring up all departments for another playoff run. One addition the team made on July 1 for forward depth was journeyman Mathieu Joseph, who signed a one-year, $1 million deal.

Zach Hyman News / NHL Trade Talk / October 23

Zach Hyman’s viral wink steals the show in Oilers’ shootout win

Zach Hyman may have sold a penalty, and he doesn’t seem to mind that everyone noticed. In a tight and entertaining game between the Edmonton Oilers and Carolina Hurricanes — one that had a little bit of everything — Hurricanes fans are livid with Hyman for embellishing, then looking up and winking, an obvious sign he’d gotten away with something.

Mattias Ekholm News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Oilers’ Mattias Ekholm out at least one week with upper-body injury

Edmonton Oilers’ defenseman Mattias Ekholm will be out at least one week after he suffered an upper-body injury during Thursday’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes, head coach Mike Babcock told reporters after the game.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 23

Connor McDavid joins rare club with latest 5-point game

Connor McDavid joins rare club with another 5-point game to open season

The first three weeks of the 2026-27 NHL season have been the Connor McDavid show.

Yaroslav Askarov's early save of the year is huge for Sharks' big picture

Roope Hintz forces OT, then tallies winner as Stars overtake Jets

Justin Barron has career night as Blues trump Golden Knights

Tim Stutzle's chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

Penguins explain Ben Kindel medical emergency after his return to Pittsburgh

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 22

Oilers Activate Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

The Edmonton Oilers announced today that forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has been activated off of injured reserve. In a corresponding move, the club placed center Jason Dickinson on IR.