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On YouTubeEdmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 12
What does a successful 2025-26 season look like for Oilers’ Mattias Ekholm?
Mattias Ekholm has been a near-perfect fit with the Edmonton Oilers since he arrived in Oil Country in 2023. We’ve heard time and time again how players
Edmonton Oilers News / Sporting News / September 8
Mattias Ekholm opens up as he enters contract year with Oilers 
Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm spoke about his situation heading into the final year of his contract in Edmonton.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 7
Finding the Sweet Spot: Ideal Contract Length for Ekholm and Oilers
All eyes these days are on Connor McDavid. In Edmonton, his contract extension is the big story. However, in the background waits defenseman Mattias Ekholm, who entering the final year of his contract and looking to re-sign with the Edmonton Oilers.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 7
Mattias Ekholm wants to re-sign with the Oilers, and I want him here too, but let’s talk term
Let me just come out and say it: I don’t like the idea of a post-Ekholm Oilers blue line. I don’t. Since he got here from Nashville at the 2023 trade deadline, Mattias Ekholm has been nothing short of a rock defensively, a calming presence, a smooth passer, and an absolute gift to this team when they needed more stability on the back end.
Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals
Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 6
Mattias Ekholm recognizes dual ambition of Stanley Cup and Olympics presents a tremendous grind
Does Mattias Ekholm know the lyrics to The Proclaimers’ hit I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles), aka the Da-Da-Dum song from those Scottish lads of yesteryear? But
Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 5
Oilers star speaks out about his future in Edmonton amid uncertainty
The Edmonton Oilers’ next summer will be clouded by record-setting contract negotiations.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 5
Mattias Ekholm reveals injury that kept defender out during Oilers’ first three playoff rounds
If two years of watching the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers battle in the Stanley Cup Final has taught us anything, it’s that a playoff run will leave you battered and bruised.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 5
Ekholm Offers Health and Oilers Contract Update Amid McDavid Drama
Mattias Ekholm addressed his future with the Edmonton Oilers on Friday, making it clear that while he’s open to re-signing and “absolutely” wants to stay in Edmonton, he knows the team’s priority is getting a contract done for No.
Tyson Barrie announces retirement
Amid his participation in yesterday’s Avalanche alumni game, defenseman Tyson Barrie confirmed to Nathan Rudolph of the DNVR Avalanche podcast that he’s retired.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 18
Walman or Ekholm, Penguins Offer Sheet Picks & More NHL Rumors
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there is chatter about who the Edmonton Oilers will prioritize on a blue line extension: Jake Walman or Mattias Ekholm. Meanwhile, could Brady Tkachuk be gone from the Ottawa Senators by the time he and the rest of the team are ready to play a game in the new arena?
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / August 18
Ekholm Left Waiting?: Oilers’ Focus Reportedly on Young D-Man
With Evan Bouchard’s new $10.5 million AAV deal setting the tone on Edmonton’s blue line, the Oilers now face tough choices on which defenseman to prioritize next.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / August 12
Proposed Ekholm Deal Would Gut Oilers for Goalie Gamble
Sometimes trade rumors make you raise an eyebrow. Other times, they make you wonder if the person proposing them is feeling the pinch of the NHL in the summer months, where there is little to talk about and a lack of business between NHL general managers.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / August 9
Edmonton Oilers who could play at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games
The 2026 Winter Olympic Games are drawing closer. Now is the time to determine who could be representing their country in hockey. There are plenty of current Edmonton Oilers to consider for Olympic participation.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / August 6
NHL Rumors: Mattias Ekholm, and Five Destinations for Max Pacioretty
Allan Mitchell of The Athletic: Everyone knows that Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid is extension eligible, but so is defenseman Mattias Ekholm. The Oilers should be looking to extend him.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / August 3
NHL Rumors: Mattias Ekholm, and Five Destinations for Max Pacioretty
Allan Mitchell of The Athletic: Everyone knows that Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid is extension eligible, but so is defenseman Mattias Ekholm. The Oilers should be looking to extend him.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / August 1
Oilers Don’t Need to Extend Mattias Ekholm Right Now
The Edmonton Oilers are in their Stanley Cup window, but have a lot of roster decisions to make within the next year. They have players in need of new contracts, such as Vasily Podkolzin, Stuart Skinner, Jake Walman, Connor McDavid, and Mattias Ekholm.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / July 16
2024–25 Edmonton Oilers players grade: Mattias Ekholm
Mattias Ekholm is the Edmonton Oilers’ most relied upon defenceman. He was drafted way back in 2009 by the Nashville Predators 102nd overall, in the fourth round, with the 11th pick.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 7
Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: Mattias Ekholm
As the offseason continues, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player report cards. Our last report card graded Mattias Janmark, and we move on to the other Mattias, in Mattias Ekholm.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 24
Oilers Best to Trade Mattias Ekholm This Offseason
While there is no denying that the Florida Panthers are an elite team, one can’t help but wonder how much closer this year’s Stanley Cup Final could have been if the Edmonton Oilers were healthier.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 5
Stanley Cup Final Game 1 takeaways: Oilers stars come up big in OT thriller
Last season's series was going to be hard to top. The Panthers beat the Oilers in seven games. However, if Game 1 is an indication, fans should be in store for another thriller. With that in mind, here are five takeaways.
Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 3
Oilers veteran defenseman won't play in second round
While the Oilers came back from a two-game deficit to beat Los Angeles in the first round, they won’t be getting any reinforcements on the back end for their next series against Vegas.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / April 21
Stanley Cup playoffs pressure index: Stars HC Pete DeBoer doldrums
The NHL's Stanley Cup playoffs are famous for high-pressure situations, and after six games, there are already a few situations where it is mounting on head coaches.
Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 12
Key Oilers defenseman expected to miss extended time
The Oilers won’t have key two-way defenseman Mattias Ekholm available when they begin their first-round playoff series next weekend.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 8
Oilers coach Knoblauch updates Mattias Ekholm status, takes heat for questionable scratch
The Edmonton Oilers took to the ice for practice today for their first session after the trade deadline, and coach Knoblauch had multiple updates on the lineup.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 5
Oilers confirm crushing news for defenceman Mattias Ekholm
Oilers defenceman Mattias Ekholm noticeably hasn't been on his game for the last few weeks, and after missing practice again today, Coach Knoblauch confirmed Ekholm may miss some games soon.
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