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Three former Oilers having career seasons Edmonton could use now

The Oilers offseason free agent signings were all logical at the time of signing, but looking back on how things turned out, Edmonton may regret letting three forwards walk and go on to have career seasons.

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Oilers coach argues Leon Draisaitl deserves another trophy besides MVP this season

Leon Draisaitl has been the Edmonton Oilers best player all season long, which has put his name in the Hart Trophy conversation for MVP - but Coach Knoblauch thinks he deserves even more.

Derek Ryan News / Oilers Daily / March 15

Oilers reportedly making roster move to call up forward previously cut from team

According to new reports, the Edmonton Oilers may be making a roster move to recall forward Derek Ryan from the AHL's Bakersfield Condors. The veteran forward was essentially cut from the team earlier this season when he was bounced down to the AHL in favour of younger forwards filling out the bottom six.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 15

Oilers’ Analyst Talks Connor McDavid’s ‘Tell’ When He’s Struggling

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid is widely regarded as one of the most dynamic and intelligent players in hockey, but according to Sportsnet’s Mark Spector, his tendency to overcomplicate plays can be a sign that he’s struggling.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 15

Oilers’ Connor McDavid, Connor Brown named to Erie Otters Quarter-Century Team

Two of the top players in Ontario junior hockey in recent memory are being honoured by their former team. Earlier this week, the Ontario Hockey League announced the quarter-century team for the Erie Otters.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 15

Oilers may ride starting goalie change in wake of Stuart Skinner slump

The Edmonton Oilers will have a tough decision to make for their next game after goaltender Calvin Pickard put in a fantastic performance against the New York Islanders.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 15

Leon Draisaitl should win Selke Trophy on top of Hart Trophy this year, says Oilers head coach

There is a growing public narrative that the Hart Trophy should be Nathan MacKinnon’s to lose this year. Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli opined on it earlier this week, while 16 NHL.com writers polled had MacKinnon as a clear winner.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 15

Edmonton Oilers suffer major loss of forward Zach Hyman with injury

Edmonton may be looking at calling up a forward from the AHL in the wake of Hyman's injury.

Maple Leafs organization trades for 6-foot-3 physical winger

Insider reveals why the Detroit Red Wings blundered and traded away top defenseman Jake Walman

The 23 NHL players who have scored 60+ goals in one season

The '60+ goals in an NHL season' quiz

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 15

Random Thoughts: Leon Draisaitl saves the day, Oilers line combinations, and fighting back when times get tough

What a ride it’s been to be an Edmonton Oilers fan lately, right? With the team spiralling and countless issues to fix, it’s hard to feel hopeful about the direction the team is heading.

Calvin Pickard News / NHL Trade Talk / March 15

Oilers Should Consider Making Pickard the Starter

Calvin Pickard’s reliability has positioned him as one of the top backup goaltenders in the NHL. However, with the Edmonton Oilers pushing for playoff momentum, could it be time to consider him as the team’s starter?

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 15

Oilers get back into the win column, Calvin Pickard with excellent goaltending and playmaking, and Leon Draisaitl for Hart Trophy

It took nearly 65 minutes, but the Edmonton Oilers are back in the win column. The visiting team took down the New York Islanders in overtime on Friday night to snap a two-game losing skid.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 15

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 2-1 Overtime Victory Over Islanders

The Edmonton Oilers looked to get back into the win column against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on Friday night (March 14). The Oilers have been slumping and desperately needed a victory to keep pace with the Los Angeles Kings for second place in the Pacific Division and home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 15

Pickard’s pass propels Oilers in panicked overtime

In the words of Leon Draisaitl, “sometimes you need a game like that to grind one out and get going.” Both in regulation and overtime that’s what the Edmonton Oilers did Friday night to gut out a 2-1 overtime win over the New York Islanders.

Leon Draisaitl News / Field Level Media / March 15

NHL roundup: Leon Draisaitl's OT goal pushes Oilers past Isles

Leon Draisaitl scored twice, including the game-winner with 1:07 left in overtime Friday night, as the Edmonton Oilers edged the New York Islanders 2-1 in Elmont, N.Y.

Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / March 15

Leon Draisaitl Hits 100 Points, Lifts Oilers Past Islanders in OT

Leon Draisaitl continues to push the Edmonton Oilers into what they hope is an improved record as the 2024-25 season comes to a close. Reaching the 100-point mark with a standout performance on Friday, the star forward scored both goals in a crucial 2-1 overtime victory against the New York Islanders.

Leon Draisaitl News / The Hockey Writers / March 14

Leon Draisaitl Scores Both Goals in Oilers’ 2-1 Victory Over Islanders

The Edmonton Oilers played the third of a four-game eastern road trip on March 14 against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on Long Island, New York.

Leon Draisaitl News / Field Level Media / March 14

Leon Draisaitl scores twice to lead Oilers past Islanders

Leon Draisaitl scored twice, including the game-winner with 1:07 left in overtime Friday night, as the Edmonton Oilers edged the New York Islanders 2-1 in Elmont, N.Y.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 14

Instant Reaction: Leon Draisaitl hits 100 points with overtime winner over Islanders

That may have been the Edmonton Oilers’ best game since the 4 Nations Face-Off break ended. On Friday evening, the Oilers went to Long Island to face the New York Islanders on the second of a back-to-back.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 14

Oilers Might Be Lucky to Make the Playoffs

How the mighty have fallen and so quickly. The Edmonton Oilers are 3-7-0 in their last 10 games and any chance for a Pacific Division title in the 2024-25 NHL Season are, in all likelihood, now gone.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 14

The Oilers have gone from red hot to a hot mess

The Edmonton Oilers have been very poor since the 4 Nations Face-Off. In 10 games since the break, they have three wins and seven losses, having been outscored 27-40 in all situations.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 14

Oilers’ Management Will Be the Reason They Won’t Win the Stanley Cup in 2025

The Edmonton Oilers are a mess. Since the 4 Nations Face-Off, they’ve lost seven out of 10 games, including six out of seven on the road. They look unmotivated, and their effort level is nonexistent.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 14

Oilers’ Offseason Decisions Haunting Their 2024-25 Playoff Push

As the Edmonton Oilers limp like a wounded animal toward the 2024-25 playoffs, it’s becoming increasingly clear that this season’s team isn’t nearly as formidable as last season’s roster.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / March 14

Connor McDavid joins Wayne Gretzky on illustrious short list

Connor McDavid just continues to follow in the footsteps of Edmonton Oilers great and Hockey Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky's legacy.

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Craig Berube has jaw-dropping comments on Maple Leafs, entire NHL

Rangers winger sidelined indefinitely with upper-body injury

Devils expect key defenseman to miss rest of regular season

Jonathan Toews reveals his feelings on Blackhawks prior to NHL return

Roby Jarventie News / Oilersnation / March 13

Oilers prospect Roby Jarventie reportedly leaving organization to play in Finland

And just like that, as mysteriously as he arrived, he was gone. Edmonton Oilers prospect Roby Jarventie won’t remain with the organization for much longer, according to a report in Finnish newspaper Ilta-Sanomat, who published earlier this week that he would be signing to play in his home country.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / NHL Trade Talk / March 13

Oilers Not Demoting Nugent-Hopkins, But Coach Sends Clear Warning

The Edmonton Oilers are sticking with Ryan Nugent-Hopkins on the top line going into their matchup against the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night. However, this may be one of the veteran forward’s last chances to make an impression before head coach Kris Knoblauch switches things up.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 12

Why the Oilers’ depth scoring has fallen off

Since the start of February, the Edmonton Oilers haven’t quite been the electrifying offensive force that has defined them through the last few years. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl continue to lead the scoring output, but depth scoring has had a complete fall-off for the club.