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‘It’s disheartening’ as losses continue to pile up for Oilers

Things are getting ugly in Edmonton in a hurry. One step forward, two steps back. Modus operandi for the Oilers these days. who have now dropped 11 of their last 15 games, thanks to blowing a late lead to the New Jersey Devils Thursday night, falling 3-2 in the process.

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Oilers' Leon Draisaitl Extends Scoring Streak

Edmonton Oilers superstar Leon Draisaitl cannot stop scoring this season. The NHL's goal leader is having an incredible campaign, and he's also in the middle of a career-best scoring streak.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 14

Oilers need roster move to solve secondary scoring problems

The Edmonton Oilers dropped another loss to the New Jersey Devils, and again struggled to get any offence going outside the team's top line of McDavid and Draisaitl.

NHL News / Oilers Daily / March 13

Oilers coach completely dejected after another bad loss to New Jersey Devils

The Edmonton Oilers blew a lead tonight to lose to the the New Jersey Devils, and after the game Coach Knoblauch was clearly entirely dejected and searching for answers.

Stuart Skinner News / NHL Trade Talk / March 13

Don’t Blame Skinner: Takeaways from the Oilers’ Loss to Devils

The Edmonton Oilers continue to struggle, suffering another 3-2 loss, this time to the New Jersey Devils. Ongoing concerns about the team’s depth scoring and defensive coverage might be wrongly shifted towards the results with Stuart Skinner in goal.

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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NHL News / Oilersnation / March 13

Instant Reaction: Oilers can’t hold third period lead in 3-2 loss to Devils

This is turning into another ugly road trip for the Edmonton Oilers. On Thursday evening, the Oilers played the second game of this four-game road trip, falling by a score of 3-2 to the New Jersey Devils.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 13

Oilers coach Knoblauch going reaching definition of insanity with ice time

The Edmonton Oilers are finding themselves in a rut at the moment, and Coach Knoblauch may not be helping by returning to the constant lineup of McDavid and Draisaitl.

Darnell Nurse News / Oilersnation / March 13

Oilers’ Darnell Nurse plays 700th NHL game

One of the longest-active players in franchise history has hit a notable milestone. When he took the ice on Thursday night against the New Jersey Devils, Edmonton Oilers defenceman Darnell Nurse appeared in the 700th game of his NHL career.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 13

Edmonton Oilers ranking last in the NHL in undesirable statistic

The Edmonton Oilers have been having some trouble with their defence and goaltending in their recent rut, and it's really been reflected in their goals against stats.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 13

Coach Knoblauch sends a hard message to Oilers first line

The Edmonton Oilers are in a bit of a rut at the moment, and one of the reasons is the subpar results of the team's first line. Coach Knoblauch has called out the team a number of times this season, which has been unusual for the calm and cool bench boss.

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.

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Connor McDavid's NHL Future Receives Major Prediction From ESPN Expert

Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid is undoubtedly the best player in the world right now and will go down as one of the greats in the sport of hockey. At just 28, he’s already racked up three Hart Trophies, five Art Ross Trophies, four Ted Lindsay Awards, a Conn Smythe Trophy, and more.

Stan Bowman News / Oilers Daily / March 13

Oilers GM Stan Bowman takes legal action in relation to Chicago Blackhawks scandal

Oilers general manager Stan Bowman has taken the legal action of filing a motion to stop a subpoena for deposition in regards to the Chicago Blackhawks scandal.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / March 13

Despite the risks, the Oilers should sign Evan Bouchard to a long-term contract

No player divides fans of the Edmonton Oilers quite like Evan Bouchard. Sure, Stuart Skinner has sparked some debate, but even during Bouchard’s standout playoff performances, criticism lingered.

Mikko Rantanen News / Oilers Daily / March 13

Oilers can pivot to star free agent targets after missing out on Mikko Rantanen

The Oilers nearly made a big splash at the trade deadline as a finalist to acquire and sign Mikko Rantanen, and after just missing out on a superstar player, the front office will likely pivot to another similar option.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 13

‘We really see eye-to-eye’: Calvin Pickard praises Oilers’ goaltending coach Dustin Schwartz

Few people in the Edmonton Oilers organization have gotten more flak from the fan base in the last few years than goaltending coach Dustin Schwartz. Goaltending has been a big point of contention in Alberta’s capital for some time, and Schwartz has found himself in the spotlight because of it.

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 / Inside The Rink / March 13

Edmonton Oilers Pregame Thoughts

I don’t have a problem with players showing emotion. After what appears to now be a routine road loss against the Sabres, there was a camera shot of Connor McDavid yelling at the bench.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 13

Oilers Game Notes 65.0: Edmonton’s road trip continues against injury-riddled Devils

The Edmonton Oilers started their four-game Eastern Conference road trip with a disappointing 3-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday. They’ll now play back-to-back games against the New Jersey Devils and New York Islanders on Thursday and Friday.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 13

Mistake if Oilers Target Rival and Suspended Pending UFA

In what might be one of the more interesting suggestions in some time, a columnist recently suggested that the Edmonton Oilers chase recently suspended defenseman Aaron Ekblad in free agency this summer.

Aaron Ekblad News / The Hockey Writers / March 13

Oilers Should Pursue Aaron Ekblad in Free Agency This Offseason

The Edmonton Oilers have absolutely no shortage of offence. They currently sit just inside the top 10 in the NHL in goals for per game (GF/G) with a 3.23 average.

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.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 12

Did Oilers Get Bad News on Mattias Ekholm’s Health Status?

As per Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch on Wednesday, “The plan was he was going to join us in NY, but now it looks like he will stay in Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 12

Projecting the Oilers’ 2025 Postseason Lineup: Who’s in & Who’s Out?

In a season full of lineup juggling and fresh faces coming in, the Edmonton Oilers have fared quite well. They have once again been able to solidify themselves as one of the favourites to win the Cup, all while trying to fit new pieces into different places.