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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.

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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?

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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

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.

NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / October 22

Gretzky, McDavid & Matthews: Are We Comparing the Wrong Numbers?

Here’s a hockey argument that never seems to go away. Who was better, Wayne Gretzky or Connor McDavid? And where does Auston Matthews fit when we’re talking about the greatest goal scorers in NHL history?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 21

Matthews Isn’t Gretzky. But What Amazing Company He’s Keeping

This graphic is pretty funny. It says Auston Matthews needs just 168 goals to pass Wayne Gretzky. Just 168! The way it’s written, you’d think Matthews could knock that off before Christmas.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / October 18

Wayne Gretzky’s Playoff Record Tells Us Something About Greatness

Every once in a while, a hockey statistic makes you stop and look twice. Here’s one that got me: Wayne Gretzky, the fellow who seems to own half the NHL record book, finished his career with 208 playoff games.

Edmonton Oilers News / Lindy's Sports / October 18

Can Connor McDavid beat Wayne Gretzky's NHL scoring record?

With a five-point night on Saturday, October 17, Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid now has 23 points in just eight games played so far this season.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / October 16

Sidney Crosby passes Hall of Famer on all-time leaderboard

Sidney Crosby passes Hall of Famer Joe Thornton on NHL all-time leaderboard

Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is one of the best playmakers the NHL has ever seen, and even as he plays into his late 30s, that is still very obvious.

Avalanche rookie T.J. Hughes achieves personal milestone vs. Penguins

Watch: Patrick Kane tallies most assists by U.S.-born NHL player

Horrified parents watch son fight in NHL debut for Blues

Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna benching: 'Should've got him out' in third period

Rick Tocchet blames Flyers' struggles on 'horny' defensemen

Flyers close to joining infamous club — and it's familiar territory for Tocchet

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 13

World’s Most Expensive Hockey Ticket Sells for $252K, And Of Course It Involves Wayne Gretzky

Wayne Gretzky is aptly called “The Great One” because he is without question the greatest hockey player ever. Apparently, that moniker extends to sports memorabilia related to him because a full ticket from his professional debut was sold for $252,006.

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 / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Oilers’ McDavid Has Set an Amazing Pace with Gretzky & Mario

Connor McDavid keeps quietly stacking numbers that put him in the same conversation as the game’s absolute legends. Look at the list of career points through 800 games.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 11

How Jimmy Carson Helped the Oilers Win Their Fifth Stanley Cup

At the start of the summer of 1988, the Edmonton Oilers were on top of the world. They had just won their fourth Stanley Cup in five years, and with a roster that included five future Hall of Famers between the ages of 25 and 29, Edmonton appeared destined to dominate the NHL for years to come, even perhaps becoming the league’s greatest dynasty.

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Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 7

Wayne Gretzky reveals how he really feels about Capitals star Alex Ovechkin’s retirement announcement being way different than his

The Washington Capitals are set for their home opener on Wednesday night against the Pittsburgh Penguins. It will be the last home opener for Alex Ovechkin.

NHL News / Total Pro Sports / October 7

Michael Jordan Left A Waitress A $5 Tip — Wayne Gretzky’s Response Became Legendary

It’s unclear when the Chicago Bulls and NBA icon Michael Jordan started gambling. One thing’s for sure, though. According to a now-unearthed story, he’s somewhat of a lousy tipper.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 5

5-Year-Old Drew Doughty’s Letter to Wayne Gretzky

When Kings defenseman Drew Doughty was selected by the Kings at the 2008 NHL Draft, that isn’t where the story truly started. It’s not even in the year or two prior, when team scouts poured over his every move in the OHL.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / October 2

NHL Legend Wayne Gretzky Sends Strong Message on Maple Leafs' Gavin McKenna

Wayne Gretzky believes Gavin McKenna is handling the expectations surrounding his arrival with the Toronto Maple Leafs better than most 18-year-olds would.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 2

Wayne Gretzky drops honest assessment of Maple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna

Wayne Gretzky has watched plenty of young players arrive with the weight of a country on them. He thinks Gavin McKenna is carrying his better than most.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Wayne Gretzky Reveals Where He Believes Connor McDavid Will Finish NHL Career

NHL legend Wayne Gretzky has addressed Connor McDavid’s NHL future at the start of the 2026-27 season, with the Edmonton Oilers captain entering the second-to-last year under contract with the franchise.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 30

‘He’s a mainstay in Edmonton’: Gretzky doesn’t see McDavid leaving Oilers

The greatest player to ever lace up his skates believes the game’s current No. 1 star won’t be leaving his current team. During an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show on Wednesday, Hockey Hall of Famer and former Edmonton Oilers captain Wayne Gretzky was asked about current Oilers captain Connor McDavid’s future with the club.

NFL News / HITC / September 22

Jason Kelce, Wayne Gretzky and Russell Westbrook headline star-studded suite at Rams-Giants game

Several A-list celebrities attended the Monday Night Football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the New York Giants. Indeed, over 73,000 fans visited SoFi Stadium to watch two of the biggest franchises face off.

NHL News / Oilersnation / September 16

Top 100 Oilers: No. 14 — Ales Hemsky

Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Ales Hemsky comes in at No.

Los Angeles Kings News / Dice City Sports / September 9

Barry Melrose, Former Kings Coach and Beloved ESPN Hockey Analyst, Dies at 70

Barry Melrose, the former NHL player and coach who guided Wayne Gretzky and the Los Angeles Kings to the Stanley Cup Final before becoming one of hockey’s most recognizable television personalities, died Wednesday.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 9

Barry Melrose was one of NHL's biggest personalities, and one of its biggest advocates

Whether you agreed with him, disagreed with him, or followed his career as a coach or player, you knew who Barry Melrose was if you were even a casual hockey fan.

Los Angeles Kings News / Yardbarker / August 7

Kings waste no time giving Anze Kopitar the honor he deserves

Anze Kopitar never played for another NHL team, and now nobody else will wear No. 11 for the Los Angeles Kings. That part was obvious before Friday’s announcement. The statue was the only surprise.

Predators GM Chris MacFarland is taking an expensive shortcut

Florida Panthers may have built the NHL's most hated roster

Former NHLer announces retirement

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