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Edmonton Oilers projected Game 2 lineup versus the Los Angeles Kings

It’s another big day in Oil Country. It’s now time for Game 2 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. What started out in the gutter, was quickly turned around when Connor McDavid racked up three consecutive points and potted the game-tying goal to complete the Edmonton Oilers three-goal comeback.

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Connor McDavid vocal on Oilers ‘work level’ before Game 2 vs. Kings

The Edmonton Oilers lost Game 1 of their series with the Los Angeles Kings. Edmonton has defeated the Kings in each of the last three postseasons. However, Connor McDavid and company got off to a bad start in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22

Oilers’ Stuart Skinner under fire after dreadful Game 1 ruins Connor McDavid’s heroics

The Edmonton Oilers were oh-so-close to making an incredible comeback in Game 1 of their first-round series against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night.

Connor McDavid News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22

Oilers news: Connor McDavid’s backpacking effort wasted in heartbreaking loss to Kings

The Edmonton Oilers looked like they were dead in the water against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night, when Connor McDavid and company got buried in a 4-0 deficit following a goal in the second period by LA forward Phillip Danault.

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The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

How many of the yearly leaders in NHL goals since the 1990-91 season can you name in five minutes?

The '60+ goals in an NHL season' quiz

The 'NHL players with multiple Hart Trophies' quiz

The 'NHL active points leaders' quiz

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 22

McDavid Unreal as Kings Edge Oilers 6-5 in Wild Game 1 Thriller

The Edmonton Oilers stunned the Los Angeles Kings by coming back from a 4-0 deficit to tie the game 5-5. The Kings then stunned the Oilers in the final seconds of the contest with a dramatic 6-5 win in Game 1 after a fanned shot by Phillip Danault found its way past Stuart Skinner.

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 21

Kings have a ‘different feeling’ heading into this year’s first-round series with Oilers

Another year, another first-round series between the Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings. But these aren’t the same old Kings that have been shoved aside by Connor McDavid and Co.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / April 20

Connor McDavid Makes Bold Comments Ahead of Game 1 Against the LA Kings After Crushing Cup Finals Loss

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid doesn't want his team dwelling on their accomplishments from last year, as they have no bearing on this year. Last spring, the Edmonton Oilers came within one single victory of claiming the franchise's 1st Stanley Cup win since the end of their dynasty in 1990.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Connor McDavid Sends Two-Word Message Before Oilers-Kings Series

Edmonton Oilers superstar forward Connor McDavid has his eyes on the prize. A year after falling just a win short of raising the Stanley Cup with the Oilers,

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / April 19

Measuring the instant chemistry of the Jeff Skinner-Connor McDavid-Connor Brown line

Since the break for the 4 Nations Face-Off, the Edmonton Oilers have had several key players go down with injury, including superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, as well as top defenceman Mattias Ekholm, who has been ruled out for the entire first round of the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Inside The Rink / April 18

The Connor McDavid Lottery, 10 Years Later

When you have a job writing about the Edmonton Oilers, it’s hard not to type out his name at least once in every article. April 18th, 2015, the 9th year in our team’s Decade of Darkness had just come to a close, finishing 3rd last league-wide.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 18

Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the Oilers winning the 2015 NHL Draft Lottery

On this day 10 years ago, the fate of the Edmonton Oilers changed forever. On April 18, 2015, the right ping pong ball fell, along with the jaws of many from around the hockey world, as the Oilers won the NHL Draft Lottery.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 18

Did Oilers Stumble Upon a Winning Playoff Forumla for McDavid?

Connor McDavid hit the 100-point mark for the eighth time in his NHL career this season, but 2024-25 was anything but typical for the Edmonton Oilers captain.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 17

Stanley Cup playoffs storylines: Are Hurricanes, Avalanche best bets in wide-open race?

All eight first-round matchups are set for the Stanley Cup playoffs. With the playoffs set to begin Saturday, here are the biggest storylines to watch during the journey to hoist Lord Stanley's Cup.

NHL sets Round 1 schedule for 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs

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Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / April 17

Connor McDavid Becomes the 4th Player in NHL History to Accomplish Remarkable Feat

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid did something last night that only three other players in NHL history accomplished, scoring 100 points in eight seasons.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 17

We’re lucky to have Connor McDavid, Stuart Skinner shutout, and countdown to Oilers vs. Kings Round 4

The Edmonton Oilers were in San Jose on Wednesday night to square off against the Sharks in their final game of the regular season. After countless ups and downs throughout the year, the 2024-25 campaign ended on a high note with the Oilers defeating the Sharks by a 3-0 final score.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 17

As quickly as the Oilers regular season began, it’s ended

What a long, strange trip it’s been. As quickly as the Oilers’ regular season began, it ended Wednesday night with a 3-0 shutout of the San Jose Sharks.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / April 17

Oilers’ Connor McDavid becomes fourth NHL player with eight 100-point seasons

Connor McDavid capped off his 10th NHL season with another bit of history. The Edmonton Oilers’ captain assisted on Ty Emberson’s first-period goal against

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / April 16

Connor McDavid is Sick of the Hate and Claps Back at Oilers Critics

Don't tell Oilers' Connor McDavid that his team has no chance in the playoffs due to their injuries, as the Edmonton captain has fired back at all his critics.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 15

Connor McDavid on Injuries to Oilers: 'Not Everything as it Seems'

Connor McDavid does not love the fact that teams are counting out the Edmonton Oilers because some key guys are currently out of the lineup with injuries.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 15

Oilers’ Decision to Sit McDavid Against Kings Proves Controversial

By clobbering the Edmonton Oilers 5-0 at Rogers Place (April 14) on Monday, the Los Angeles Kings clinched second place in the Pacific Division while locking Edmonton into third place.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Oilers React to NHL's Connor McDavid Announcement

Hours before the puck dropped at Rogers Place on Monday, the Edmonton Oilers posted a celebratory message on their social networks in honor of Connor McDavid's latest accolade.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 14

Oilers’ Connor McDavid named NHL’s second star of the week

Connor McDavid has been named the NHL’s second star of the week, per an NHL release Monday. The Oilers captain has been in peak playmaking form since returning from injury last week, with nine assists across three games, setting Edmonton back on a three-game win streak as they march closer to the postseason.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 9

Oilers’ Connor McDavid to take warmups Wednesday night vs. Blues, could return to lineup

According to NHL insider Chris Johnston, Connor McDavid looks set to dress for the Edmonton Oilers tonight for the first time following an eight-game absence, as they host the St.