Oilers mailbag asks how far they will go for a Stanley Cup
An Edmonton Journal mailbag asks how low the Oilers are willing to stoop to win a Stanley Cup.
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Oilers’ hot start faces a tougher test against Utah Mammoth
Edmonton brings a five-game winning streak and a 5-2-0 record into a home-and-home series with Utah, followed by games against Minnesota, Carolina and Toronto. The Mammoth are 5-2, have scored at least four goals in each win and arrive with a deep, experienced roster that will test an Oilers team still playing shorthanded.
Red-hot Oilers face Mammoth test with top scorers and depth in focus
Edmonton’s pre-scout report highlights its top guns and depth ahead of a test against the Mammoth.
Oilers’ Biggest Problem Worsens Despite Hot Start, NHL Stats Show
The New York Times headline says Edmonton’s biggest problem is getting worse despite the team’s hot start. The source provides no further details about the statistics or the issue.
Oilers and Mammoth set for NHL matchup
NHL.com listed a preview of an Oilers vs. Mammoth game.
Red Wings extend Alex DeBrincat on a seven-year deal, ending Oilers trade speculation
Detroit has signed Alex DeBrincat to a seven-year extension that will pay him $13 million annually. Interim general manager Shawn Horcoff also said the Red Wings have no interest in trading restricted free-agent defenceman Simon Edvinsson, who remains unsigned.
Oilers face a crowded group of talented forwards as roster decisions loom
The Edmonton Oilers are set to have an influx of talented forwards, raising questions about who will sit.
Condors split Thanksgiving weekend series with Wranglers as depth concerns emerge
Bakersfield and Calgary split two games at the Saddledome, with the Condors winning 5-4 after a 2-1 loss. Quinn Hutson and Viljami Marjala led the bright spots, while questions remain about Bakersfield’s offence beyond its top unit and its defensive depth.
McDavid thriving as Babcock’s Oilers open the season on a hot streak
A Google News source lists a TSN headline describing Connor McDavid as soaring and the Oilers as off to a red-hot start under Babcock.
Oilers Find a Harder Way to Win With Improved Defence
The Edmonton Oilers are learning to win through stronger defensive play, according to the Sportsnet headline provided.
McDavid’s 800th-game performance helps Oilers beat Kings 4-1
Connor McDavid scored and recorded four assists as Edmonton defeated Los Angeles 4-1 on Tuesday, extending its winning streak to five games. Vasily Podkolzin scored twice, while goalie Devon Levi stopped 39 shots in a 40-shot effort by the Kings.
McDavid scores goal in NHL highlight
NHL.com published highlights of a goal by McDavid.
Connor McDavid skates in 800th NHL game for the Oilers
Connor McDavid reached 800 career NHL games Tuesday night, becoming the seventh player in Edmonton Oilers history to do so. He entered the milestone game with 1,233 points and several franchise records within reach.
Live updates: Oilers visit Kings
The Edmonton Oilers are playing the Los Angeles Kings, with live updates available from NHL.com.
McDavid to reach 800 regular-season games as Oilers visit Kings
Connor McDavid is set to play his 800th regular-season game as Edmonton faces Los Angeles on Monday at 8:30 p.m. MT. The milestone arrives with McDavid third in points through 800 games and the Oilers’ penalty kill coming off six consecutive successful kills.
Levi projected to start in Sabres’ road-trip finale against Kings
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is projected to start for Buffalo against Los Angeles on Tuesday, Oct. 13.
Projected lineups for Oilers-Kings game released
Projected lineups for the Oilers at Kings were listed by NHL.com.
Oilers Can Complete Road Sweep Against Winless Kings
Edmonton enters its game against Los Angeles at 4-0-1, the NHL’s last team undefeated in regulation, and can finish a six-game run against Pacific Division opponents with another win. The Kings are 0-2-2 and seeking their first victory of the season, while Connor McDavid is set to play his 800th regular-season game for the Oilers.
Oilers reach third in weekly NHL power rankings as Caleb Jones is traded
Edmonton moved from seventh to third in Daily Faceoff’s weekly NHL power rankings after winning both games last week. Former Oilers defenceman Caleb Jones was also traded by Pittsburgh to Buffalo in a deal involving Danile Laatsch and Ryan Johnson.
Why Edmonton Is Keeping Colton Dach at Centre
Colton Dach has shown defensive awareness, reliable habits and two-way effort in his first three regular-season games with the Oilers. His place at centre when he and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins return from injury remains uncertain, with Owen Michaels now in the picture.
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