Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 14

Quinn Hutson will make Oilers debut, Nugent-Hopkins returns in pivotal game against Kings

A newly-signed Edmonton Oilers prospect is set to make his NHL debut. After morning skate, news came out that forward Quinn Hutson will be in the lineup on Monday night when the team hosts the Los Angeles Kings.

NHL News / The Oil Rig / April 10

In tune: Edmonton Oilers take down red-hot St. Louis Blues in fight for playoff spot

If you had a bit of anxiety looking at the Edmonton Oilers’ starting line-up against the St. Louis Blues, know that you are not alone. The Oilers have been bitten by an injury bug as of late and tonight was no exception.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 9

Oilers are expecting a healthy lineup for the playoffs

A laundry list of injuries has pulled the end of the Edmonton Oilers season into disarray. The bunch of inactive Oilers is led by superstars Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid, who have missed the team’s last two and eight games respectively.

Oilers one of four teams with ‘the most Stanley Cup ingredients’

The Oilers need to flip a switch before the playoffs – and fast

What’s at Stake in the NHL: Only nine teams standing in West after tonight?

Which players have the most points in NHL postseason history?

The 'Stanley Cup-winning Edmonton Oilers' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 9

GDB 78.0: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Joins The Walking Wounded

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins isn’t expected to play tonight. He joins Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Mattias Ekholm, Stuart Skinner, Trent Frederic, John Klingberg and Evander Kane on the unavailable list.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 9

Oilers Injury Update: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins out Wednesday against Blues; McDavid, Draisaitl could return by next week

We’ve got some news on the injury front for the Edmonton Oilers. When speaking to the media after the team’s morning skate on Wednesday, head coach Kris Knoblauch stated that captain Connor McDavid and forward Leon Draisaitl will be out of the lineup on Wednesday when the Oilers take on the St.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 24

Oilers’ Nugent-Hopkins Reminding the World He’s Still an Excellent Player

Last week, I wrote a column about Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl and how playing behind a superstar like Connor McDavid has overshadowed his elite abilities.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 24

Oilers’ 3 Stars of the Week: Nugent-Hopkins steps up in style with hat trick heroics

The Edmonton Oilers went 2-0-1 in the three games played last week. Still, one of the biggest storylines during that stretch was captain Connor McDavid leaving the game against the Winnipeg Jets on March 20, which led to him joining his pal Leon Draisaitl on the sidelines.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 23

Hakuna Matata as Nugent-Hopkins lifts Oilers over Kraken in McDavid and Draisaitl’s absence

DEFCON 2 hit Edmonton this week when Leon Draisaitl was shaken up against the Utah Hockey Club. After Connor McDavid was ruled out of the third period of Thursday’s game against the Winnipeg Jets, only to be ruled out of Saturday night’s affair with the Seattle Kraken, it was full-blown DEFCON 1.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 23

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins hat trick, Jeff Skinner keeps scoring, and Adam Henrique’s first power play goal with the Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers squared off against the Seattle Kraken Saturday without Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl in the lineup, and the question everyone had on their mind was how the rest of the team would step up in their absence.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 23

Nugent-Hopkins’ Hat Trick Propels Oilers to 5-4 Victory Over Kraken

A Saturday night showdown saw the Seattle Kraken battle the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. The home team were without superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and the visitors were missing Chandler Stephenson due to injury.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / March 23

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' hat trick lifts Oilers over Kraken

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins posted his fourth career hat trick to lead the host Edmonton Oilers to a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Saturday. Adam Henrique and Jeff Skinner also scored for the Oilers, who were without their top two scorers, Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid, due to injuries.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 23

Instant Reaction: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins leads shorthanded Oilers to 5-4 win over Kraken

No Connor McDavid, no Leon Draisaitl? No problem. On Saturday evening, the Edmonton Oilers hosted the Seattle Kraken. They defeated the 32nd National Hockey League franchise by a score of 5-4 to earn a point in their last five games, bringing their record to 4-0-1 in that span.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 20

Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins finding success as centre with new wingers

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has found a home as the third-line centre of the Edmonton Oilers. In years past, Nugent-Hopkins played alongside Connor McDavid and Zach Hyman, forming one of the most dominant lines in the spot.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 19

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins shines, Zach Hyman scores two, and Calvin Pickard solid in Oilers 7-1 blowout over Utah

After wrapping up their four-game road trip with a pair of wins, the Edmonton Oilers were back at Rogers Place on Tuesday night to face off against the Utah Hockey Club for the third and final meeting of the season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / March 16

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins assists all 3 Oilers goals to top Rangers

Viktor Arvidsson scored the tiebreaking goal early in the third period, and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins assisted on each Edmonton goal as the visiting Oilers won 3-1 over the New York Rangers on Sunday night.

Edmonton Oilers 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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 25

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins rallies Oilers past Sabres 3-2

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored twice to help the Edmonton Oilers rally for a 3-2 win against the visiting Buffalo Sabres on Saturday. Jeff Skinner added a goal for Oilers in his first game against the Sabres since being bought out in the offseason, and Stuart Skinner made 40 saves.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 31

Is Ryan Nugent-Hopkins at Risk of Losing His Role on the Oilers?

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins‘ offensive struggles this season have raised questions about his long-term role with the Edmonton Oilers. Allan Mitchell of The Athletic recently discussed the way the forward mix has played out in Edmonton this season, and things haven’t gone as expected.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 22

Oilers’ Nugent-Hopkins Misses Warmups, Won’t Play vs. Senators

Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was notably absent from warmups ahead of the team’s matchup against the Ottawa Senators, raising questions about his availability for the game.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 11

Oilers May Be Forced to React to Nugent-Hopkins Troubling Trend

Paul Pidutti of Daily Faceoff has listed Ryan Nugent-Hopkins on a grim list of players who are seeing a stark decline in their production because of something beyond their control.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 13

Oilers’ Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Records 700th NHL Point

It may have come in a losing effort against the Chicago Blackhawks, but Edmonton Oilers’ forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins attained a personal milestone on Saturday night.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / May 31

Three stars from Friday's NHL playoff action

The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Dallas Stars, 3-1, in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final, taking a 3-2 series lead. Here are three stars from Friday's NHL playoff action.

Watch: Oilers offense responds after big hit on Corey Perry

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Oilers take series lead over Stars

NHL head coaches with the most wins

The 'Stanley Cup-winning Edmonton Oilers' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 31

Watch: Oilers offense responds after big hit on Corey Perry

Late in the first period, veteran forward Corey Perry left the game briefly after taking a massive hit up high, which woke up the Edmonton Oilers offense in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final.

Oilers rally from early deficit to beat Stars, tie WCF

Watch: Stars use eye-catching AI tracker in Game 4. vs the Oilers

The best Stanley Cup Final games of all time

The 'Stanley Cup-winning Edmonton Oilers' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / May 9

McDavid, Oilers facing most pressure among remaining NHL teams

Connor McDavid, Oilers facing most pressure among remaining teams

There's no NHL team facing more pressure to finally get the job done than the Oilers. After losing to the eventual champion Golden Knights last year, Edmonton entered this season with the hockey world wondering how they would respond.

Canucks erase three-goal deficit to stun Oilers in Game 1

Three reasons Oilers will eliminate Canucks in the second round

McDavid chasing fourth Hart Trophy

Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?

The 'Hart Trophy winners' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1