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Connor McDavid named first star for October, Tristan Jarry named NHL’s second star of the week

Things are going great in Oil Country. Over a month into the season, the Edmonton Oilers lead the Western Conference with 24 points thanks to an 11-2-2 record.

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Oilers bring perfect road record into clash with surging Devils

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers take on Connor Hellebuyck and the host New Jersey Devils on Tuesday in a matchup of teams riding hot streaks. The Devils have won each of the last four meetings, a trend the Oilers will try to reverse as they conclude a three-game road trip seeking their fourth consecutive victory.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / November 2

Maple Leafs & Oilers Near the Top, But There's a Difference Worth Noting

There are plenty of ways to measure how well an NHL team is playing, but sometimes a simple chart reveals something worth noting. One recent measure puts the Edmonton Oilers first in the league and the Toronto Maple Leafs tied for second in slot-line chance differential.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / November 2

Edmonton Oilers officially unveil new Hometown Remix jersey, with ties to past and present eras

All 32 teams in the National Hockey League unveiled new jerseys this morning, the first time that’s happened since 2022. This time, instead of Reverse Retro, Fanatics’ initiative was “Hometown Remix” (HTR), akin to City Connect jerseys in other leagues.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / November 2

McDavid Is Breaking Gretzky Records Again. Are We Getting Used to It?

Some records are records; others make you stop and think for a moment. The Edmonton Oilers’ Connor McDavid reaching 30 assists in just 15 games belongs in the second category.

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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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 2

‘The worst jersey of all time’: Oilers fans split over Hometown Remix jerseys

After months of teasers and leaks, the NHL, the Edmonton Oilers, and Fanatics have unveiled the hometown remix jerseys. Edmonton now has a fourth jersey to wear on the ice and another option for fans to buy at the team store before the game.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / November 2

McDavid makes NHL history as Oilers beat Rangers

Connor McDavid’s favourite barn to play in is none other than Madison Square Garden. And on Sunday night, he put on a show in front of 18,006 fans when

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / November 2

Another starting goaltender, another win

There's something to be said for sound defensive hockey. It's not always must-see-tv, although with Connor McDavid around you usually get a moment or two worth watching, but playing the right way has a tendency to lead to victories.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 2

Colton Dach is a menace, Matt Tomkins gets the net, and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins close to Oilers history

After playing a near perfect road game against the Islanders on Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers capped off their back-to-back weekend with a trip to Madisen Square Garden to face the New York Rangers.

Colton Dach News / Oilersnation / November 2

Oilers Thoughts: Colton Dach thriving on the wing, goaltending stepping up and more

The mood is certainly good in Oil Country. The Edmonton Oilers sit atop the Western Conference, and if you take a look at the NHL scoring leaders, it’s a thing of beauty, with three Oilers sitting first, second and third in league scoring.

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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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 2

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-1 Victory Over Rangers

The Edmonton Oilers remained unbeaten on the road this season with a 4-1 victory over the host New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Sunday (Nov.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / November 2

Oil Check 2: The Edmonton Oilers are finding early season success

At our last Oil Check, the Edmonton Oilers had one of their best starts to a season in a long time, going 5–1–1 even in light of a large amount of injuries.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / November 2

This Week in the NHL: Can Connor McDavid reach his greatest milestone yet?

With 32 teams, games every night and countless narratives emerging, the NHL season can make one’s head spin, and it’s easy to miss out on the weekly storylines.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / November 2

NHL Game Recap: Edmonton Oilers at New York Rangers with Line Combinations 10/01/2026

First Period Goals: Connor McDavid (9) / Evan Bouchard (17) at 0:50 / 1-0 EDM Colton Dach (2) / Evan Bouchard (17) at 6:19 / 2-0 EDM First Period Penalties:

Connor McDavid News / Field Level Media / November 2

NHL roundup: Connor McDavid's historic night leads Oilers past Rangers

Connor McDavid scored on a coast-to-coast move in the opening minute and added an assist to extend a pair of personal streaks to 15 games as the Edmonton Oilers remained unbeaten on the road with a 4-1 victory over the New York Rangers on Sunday night.

Matt Tomkins News / Ball Exclusives / November 2

Matt Tomkins Stops 27 Shots as Oilers Beat Rangers at MSG

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Matt Tomkins stopped 27 of 28 shots in his seventh NHL appearance — and first since April 17, 2024 — as the Oilers defeated the New York Rangers Sunday at Madison Square Garden.

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 2

Oilers' Evan Bouchard joins elite company with early-season production

Connor McDavid isn't the only member of the Edmonton Oilers who's enjoying an historic start to the season.

Connor McDavid becomes fastest player in history to 30 assists in a season

Penguins' Sidney Crosby sets record for most assists with one franchise

Predators acquire Shane Wright from Kraken for Matthew Wood

Capitals acquire Remi Poirier from Devils for draft pick

Bruins’ Nikita Zadorov fined for roughing Blackhawks’ Alex Vlasic

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / November 1

Oilers’ McDavid becomes fastest player in NHL history to 30 assists in a season

The 2026-27 NHL season has already been a historic one for Connor McDavid. He continued to add to it Sunday night. The Edmonton Oilers’ captain had a goal and an assist in a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers, becoming the fastest player to record 30 assists in a single season at just 15 games.

Tristan Jarry News / Professor Press Box / November 1

Oilers Tristan Jarry May Be Finding His Footing at the Right Time

Sometimes a goaltender needs a little time to find his game. For Tristan Jarry, that process may finally be showing results. After a difficult season last year and an uneven start to this one, Jarry is looking more comfortable in the Edmonton Oilers' crease.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / November 1

Oilers' unlikely shutout streak is keeping them afloat

One hundred and twenty minutes of game time. Ninety seven hours on the clock. Fourty two shots on net. Zero goals against. Pick a date last season and ask Edmonton Oilers fans if Tristan Jarry would be the goaltender of record for that two game span in 2026-27.