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Flashback Friday: Yamamoto’s Oilers career and his path since leaving
Kailer Yamamoto recorded his third assist and fourth point of the season in Utah’s 4-2 win over Edmonton on Thursday. The 28-year-old’s career has included a breakout stretch with the Oilers, a trade to Detroit and a new regular role with the Utah Mammoth.
Oilers could split McDavid and Draisaitl until Nugent-Hopkins returns
Edmonton’s top line has driven a 5-1-1 start, while the other lines have struggled to generate offence. With Zach Hyman expected back Saturday and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins anticipated next week, the article argues coach Mike Babcock should consider spreading out the team’s top forwards.
Top Oilers expected back Saturday as injured players near returns
Zach Hyman is set to play against the Utah Mammoth on Saturday, while Colton Dach and Jake Walman are considered very likely to return. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is on track to come back next week, and Jason Dickinson’s status remains uncertain.
Oilers take on a blue-collar identity as Edmonton emphasizes defence
Edmonton has adopted a harder-working, defence-first approach under head coach Mike Babcock after a disappointing season. The Oilers are 5-1-1 through seven games, but sustaining the style will be a challenge.
Oilers defenceman Jake Walman to appear on The Price Is Right Tonight
Jake Walman will appear with three other current NHL players on Monday’s edition of The Price Is Right Tonight, available at 6 p.m. MT on Citytv+. The episode was filmed in June, after Edmonton’s 2026 playoff exit.
Oilers fall to Utah 4-2 in physical game, ending unbeaten start
The Utah Mammoth beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-2 on Thursday, earning their first win in the Alberta capital. Edmonton entered the game 5-0-1 on its road trip and 5-0-1 all-time against Utah, but played without several key regulars.
Oilers testing players amid early-season injuries, Babcock says
Mike Babcock said the Oilers are assessing which players can play as the team deals with early-season injuries.
Freebie goal proves costly as Oilers fall 4-2 to Mammoth
Edmonton lost its first game in regulation this season Thursday, falling 4-2 to Utah after a late second-period goal drew criticism from head coach Mike Babcock. The teams meet again Saturday in Utah, where Tristan Jarry is set to start.
Keller scores twice as Mammoth give Oilers first regulation loss
Clayton Keller scored two goals as the Utah Mammoth handed Edmonton its first regulation loss of the season.
Oilers' Babcock admits he overused his top players
A Sportsnet headline says Oilers coach Babcock acknowledged playing his stars too much. The source provides no further details.
Connor McDavid speaks after Oilers game on Oct. 15
NHL.com lists a post-game interview with Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid dated Oct. 15, 2026.
Oilers’ offence stalls in 4-2 loss to Utah Mammoth
Edmonton lost in regulation for the first time this season, falling 4-2 to Utah on Thursday and moving to a 5-1-1 record. The teams meet again Saturday in Salt Lake City to finish their home-and-home series.
Oilers face Mammoth in NHL matchup
The Edmonton Oilers are playing the Utah Mammoth. NHL.com is providing live updates.
Oilers' Jason Dickinson ruled out against Mammoth after leaving morning skate
Jason Dickinson will miss Edmonton’s game against the Mammoth after leaving the Oilers’ morning skate.
Dickinson leaves Oilers morning skate early, status uncertain against Mammoth
Jason Dickinson limped off the ice during Edmonton’s morning skate on Thursday, leaving his availability for that night’s game against Utah uncertain. The centre is still recovering from an ankle injury and had said he did not regain full health over the summer.
Oilers face Utah Mammoth in first test against a non-Pacific team
Edmonton hosts the Utah Mammoth after opening the season 5-0-1 against Pacific Division teams. Utah is 5-2 and has the best record of any opponent the Oilers have faced so far this season.
Projected Oilers lineup for game against Mammoth
NHL.com published a projected lineup for the Edmonton Oilers against the Mammoth.
Five storylines to watch as the Oilers meet the Mammoth in a home-and-home
Edmonton hosts Utah on Thursday before travelling for Saturday’s rematch, with Zach Hyman’s possible return, Utah’s scoring depth and power play, and both teams’ defensive pairings among the key storylines. The Mammoth enter the series leading the Central Division and converted 34.5 per cent of their power-play chances at the time of writing.
Oilers’ 5-0-1 start sets up a tougher run against Utah, Minnesota, Carolina and Toronto
Edmonton has opened its season 5-0-1, its best start since the mid-1980s, despite missing several key players. The Oilers now face back-to-back games against Utah, followed by road games in Minnesota and Carolina and a Saturday night meeting with Toronto.
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