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Pyotr Kochetkov is on the heater of all heaters to begin the 2026-27 season. He has won all eight of his starts thus far after holding down the fort in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Boston Bruins.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 24

Blowout loss to the Maple Leafs highlight Oilers' flaws

Things have been great for the Edmonton Oilers to open the 2026-27 season, and almost all of that is related to their top-line duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.

Four-goal third propels surging Maple Leafs past Oilers

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

Oilers’ dynamic duo dominated against reigning Cup champs

Predators claim Daemon Hunt off waivers from division rival Wild

Who will be the first NHL coach fired in 2026-27?

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 1

Oilers’ Zach Hyman Out Two Weeks, Frederik Andersen Out Long-Term

The Edmonton Oilers traveled to Vancouver for their first road game of the regular season without one of their top forwards. Winger Zach Hyman is expected to miss the next two weeks with an undisclosed injury sustained in Edmonton’s preseason finale against the Calgary Flames, per Sportsnet’s Jack Michaels.

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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 / Daily Faceoff / September 29

Oilers’ Savoie, Andersen out long-term; Dickinson still not close

The preseason injury woes surrounding the Edmonton Oilers will haunt the team heading into the regular season. Speaking to reporters after morning skate on Tuesday, head coach Mike Babcock said a few players are expected to be out long-term.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 16

Oilers injury update: Regula and Janmark ahead of Savoie and Andersen in rehab timeline

The Edmonton Oilers are about to start training camp without two key pieces of their lineup. Returning forward Matt Savoie and newcomer netminder Frederik Andersen will not skate at camp, said general manager Stan Bowman on Wednesday morning, adding there is no time frame for their return.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 8

Beyond Accountability: What Mike Babcock could change behind the Oilers’ bench

We’ve heard it time and again this summer: the Edmonton Oilers were looking for a different type of coach when they brought in Mike Babcock. The word that has resurfaced in articles and interviews has been accountability; the team’s leadership felt they needed more of this from their coach to get over the finish line.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 5

Why the Oilers can survive Frederik Andersen’s absence

After revamping their goaltending group over the last calendar year — trading Stuart Skinner last December and letting Calvin Pickard walk as a free agent — the Edmonton Oilers planned to run with three goaltenders for 2026-27: Tristan Jarry, Frederik Andersen, and Devon Levi.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 3

Was Signing an Injured Andersen Actually a Shrewd Move by the Oilers?

The Edmonton Oilers knew exactly what they were getting into when they signed goaltender Frederik Andersen to a one-year deal on July 1 — including the fact that he wouldn’t be ready to play right away.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 3

Oilers injury update: Frederik Andersen’s absence stems from lingering playoff injury

Maybe there was more to the Edmonton Oilers’ decision to bring in three goaltenders for next season than meets the eye. And after general manager Stan Bowman spoke with Oilers Now host Bob Stauffer, it made much more sense.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / August 31

Are the Hockey Gods Telling Oilers to Circle Back to a Serviceable Goalie?

The Edmonton Oilers will be without Frederik Andersen when the 2026-27 NHL regular season begins. It’s not ideal news given that the Oilers are relying on Andersen to bring experience and championship pedigree to at least 15-20 games this season.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 29

Stan Bowman Provides Injury Updates On Matthew Savoie And Frederik Andersen

The Oilers certainly made some headlines this week when they announced that four players wouldn’t be available at the start of training camp due to various

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 29

Oilers’ Devon Levi has golden opportunity in wake of Andersen injury

Many Canadian hockey fans remember the first time they heard the name Devon Levi. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, while the 2021 Canada World Juniors Team iced a roster featuring 20 first-round draft picks, it was Levi, a seventh-round draft pick, who stole the spotlight.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 28

‘We’re not worried about this’: Oilers GM Stan Bowman on Savoie, Andersen injuries

Injuries happen. That’s the message Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman is sending in the wake of offseason injuries to forward Matt Savoie and goaltender Frederik Andersen.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 27

Oilers injury update: Savoie, Andersen out until late October

The latest report says the injuries to two Edmonton Oilers could extend into the regular season. The team issued a statement Wednesday afternoon saying Matt Savoie and Frederik Andersen are expected to miss training camp after sustaining injuries during off-season training sessions.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / August 26

Savoie, Andersen among four Oilers players missing training camp

The Edmonton Oilers will begin their preperation for the 2026-27 NHL season well short of full strength. On Wednesday, the Oilers announced that forwards Matt Savoie and Mattias Janmark, along with defenseman Alec Regula and goaltender Frederik Andersen, are expected to miss the team’s training camp in September.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 26

Oilers’ Savoie, Andersen to miss training camp after suffering off-season injuries

When Edmonton Oilers training camp kicks off in September, the team will be missing two important pieces as Matt Savoie and Frederik Andersen will be absent.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 15

Hurricanes should be set up for long-term run of dominance in NHL

Even though it has consistently ended in near-misses and playoff frustration, the Carolina Hurricanes have objectively been one of the NHL's most successful franchises since the start of the 2018-19 season.

Golden Knights got the full John Tortorella experience

Winners, losers from Game 6 of Stanley Cup Final: Hurricanes clinch title with dominant performance

The '5+ goal Stanley Cup Finals' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 10

Golden Knights should copy Hurricanes, change goalie after Carter Hart's historically poor performance

Hart is not a good enough goalie to have an unquestioned starting spot locked down in this situation.

Oilers must end Mike Babcock pursuit before they do even more damage

NHLPA requests Oilers delay Babcock hiring until investigation completed

Surprising contract for Wild player may be harbinger of changing landscape

Kings task veteran HC Peter Laviolette with leading a new era for franchise

Seven players who took major steps in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 7

Should Hurricanes make goalie switch for Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final?

With the Carolina Hurricanes facing a 2-1 series deficit against the Vegas Golden Knights in the 2026 Stanley Cup Final, head coach Rod Brind'Amour is almost certainly going to be contemplating some lineup changes before Game 4 on Tuesday night.

Mitch Marner records fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history

Raiders QB goes viral for moves at Game 3 of Stanley Cup Final

Winners, losers from Game 3: Golden Knights avoid historic collapse

Stanley Cup winner Milan Lucic retires after 17 seasons

Oilers' Connor McDavid wins Ted Lindsay Award for fifth time

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 7

Winners, losers from Game 3 of Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knights avoid historic collapse with OT win

The 2026 Stanley Cup Final delivered another classic game on Saturday night, with the Vegas Golden Knights picking up a 5-4 double-overtime win over the Carolina Hurricanes to take a 2-1 series lead.

Mitch Marner records fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history

John Tortorella doubles down on controversial challenge that backfired

Winners, losers from Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final

Assessing trade destinations for Red Wings center Dylan Larkin

Ivar Stenberg dreams of being drafted by Maple Leafs

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 6

Golden Knights' Mitch Marner records fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history

The biggest knock on Vegas Golden Knights forward Mitch Marner during his time with the Toronto Maple Leafs was that he was not a big-game player and did not play his best when the lights were brightest. He is obliterating that narrative in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs.

John Tortorella doubles down on controversial challenge that backfired

Winners, losers from Game 1 of 2026 Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knights' Tomas Hertl plays hero

Winners, losers from Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final: Hurricanes storm back to tie series

The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 5

John Tortorella doubles down on challenge that backfired

John Tortorella doubles down on controversial challenge that backfired

Vegas Golden Knights head coach John Tortorella made a potentially seismic decision late in the third period of Game 2.

Winners, losers from Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final: Hurricanes storm back to tie series

Fine print in Bruce Cassidy's contract is why Oilers won't get interview

Dylan Larkin trade request shows how far once-proud Red Wings have fallen

Assessing trade destinations for disgruntled Red Wings center Larkin

Four teams that could land Larkin in a blockbuster trade

Canadiens nearly acquired Matthew Knies at NHL trade deadline

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 3

Winners, losers from Game 1 of 2026 Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knights' Tomas Hertl plays hero

If you like high-scoring hockey games, Game 1 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final was for you.

Three players could make unique history with Stanley Cup wins

Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski wins 2025-26 Norris Trophy

NHL superstar named grand marshal for NASCAR race in Michigan

NHL not ready to expand right now

NHL announces a new format for 2027 All-Star Weekend

The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 21

Hurricanes' ECF struggles continue in Game 1 loss

Winners, losers from Thursday's NHL playoffs: Hurricanes' ECF struggles continue

The NHL's Eastern Conference Finals began on Thursday night, and it was a wildly impressive win by the Montreal Canadiens as they dominated the Carolina Hurricanes, 6-2, to take a 1-0 series lead.

Canadiens attack stuns Hurricanes in Eastern Final opener

Sidney Crosby reveals massive news about future, possible retirement

Nathan MacKinnon didn't sugarcoat why the Avalanche lost Game 1

Should the Avalanche consider Mackenzie Blackwood for Game 2?

Rasmus Dahlin had a vulgar reaction to Sabres' Game 7 downfall

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 4

Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen redeems himself in Game 2 win over Flyers

Carolina Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen's strong finish to Game 2 more than made up for a rocky start.

Contentious third-period goal carries Knights past Ducks in Game 1

Wild have big concerns after high-scoring Game 1 loss to Avalanche

Are Avalanche, Wild set to deliver more 'helter-skelter' hockey?

Canadiens shockingly steal Game 7 vs. Lightning

Jon Cooper had the classiest quote after Game 7 loss to Canadiens

There is a changing of the guard in NHL's Eastern Conference

Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / May 17, 2025

Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen is having a jaw-dropping playoff run

Carolina Hurricanes netminder Frederik Andersen has been standing on his head throughout the playoffs and has been one of the key pieces to the Hurricanes’ run so far.

The 25 most unlikely Stanley Cup Final heroes

The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 28, 2025

Connor Hellebuyck playoff narrative is not going away

Stanley Cup playoff takeaways: Connor Hellebuyck narrative not going away

The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs continued on Sunday afternoon with four more games around the league. Let's look at some of the biggest takeaways from Sunday's action.

Blues blow past Hellebuyck, Jets again to tie playoff series at 2-2

Capitals flex their muscles, take a commanding series lead vs. Canadiens

Andrei Svechnikov's hat trick helps Hurricanes send Devils to brink

Leon Draisaitl lifts Oilers to OT win over Kings to even series

NHL dropped the ball by not suspending Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk