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Bakersfield opened its season with a 4-3 loss and a 1-0 win against the Henderson Silver Knights. Quinn Hutson, Tomas Cibulka and William Nicholl stood out during the two-game set, while injuries have left the Condors short a couple of forwards playing with Edmonton.
The source provides only the headline “PRE-RAW | Babcock 10.10.26” and identifies NHL.com.
The source headline says Edmonton will be without Walman and will have Hallander in against the Sharks.
Edmonton takes a three-game winning streak and seven points in four games into a Saturday afternoon game in San Jose. Tristan Jarry is set to start after Devon Levi won three straight, while Macklin Celebrini’s availability remains uncertain.
Edmonton enters its game against the Sharks with a 3-0-1 record and a depleted forward group, while former Oilers defenceman Darnell Nurse is coming off his first goal with San Jose. The matchup also brings questions about Macklin Celebrini’s return, Tristan Jarry’s start and Edmonton’s lineup reinforcements.
As Edmonton prepares to face Darnell Nurse for the first time since trading him to San Jose last summer, his Oilers career includes marathon playoff shifts, a famous fight and key goals in two Stanley Cup Finals. He played 12 seasons in Edmonton and contributed on the ice and in the community.
Edmonton and San Jose are listed for an NHL game on Oct. 10, 2026.
NHL.com published live updates and a pre-game report for the Oilers at Sharks game.
The Oilers and Sharks have made seven trades since San Jose joined the NHL in 1991-92, including three involving defencemen in the past two years. The latest deals brought former Oilers Darnell Nurse and Michael Kesselring to San Jose and sent Jake Walman, Ty Emberson and other assets to Edmonton.
The Friday episode of Oilersnation Radio covered Tristan Jarry returning to the net, the Oilers’ California road trip and their Saturday game against San Jose. The hosts also discussed roster decisions as injured players near returns, Edmonton’s comeback win over Anaheim and the team’s scoring depth.
The supplied source identifies a matchup involving Nurse, the Sharks and the Oilers, but provides no further details.
Oilers Notebook: Healthy Hallander eager to make most of fresh start - Sportsnet.ca
The Oilers have allowed a power-play goal in each of their first four games and rank 27th in the NHL on the penalty kill. Coach Mike Babcock says the team will stick with its more aggressive approach as players learn associate coach DJ Smith’s system.
The newest Edmonton Oiler was promoted directly to the second line, while an embattled goalie was named the starter.
Zach Hyman returned to Edmonton’s practice on Friday after missing four games with an upper-body injury, but is expected to sit out Saturday against San Jose. The Oilers are 3-0-1 to start the season and next visit the Los Angeles Kings after two days off.
Stuart Skinner has started the season 2-0-1 for Winnipeg, with a 2.62 goals-against average and a .920 save percentage, while Connor Hellebuyck remains away from the team after requesting a trade. The situation renews questions about Edmonton’s decision to trade Skinner last season as the Oilers and Jets could meet in the playoffs.
Evan Bouchard opened the 2026-27 season with 11 points and a plus-10 rating in four games, then added three points against Anaheim. His fast start follows a league-leading 95-point season and two high-profile omissions: Canada’s Olympic team and the Norris Trophy finalist list.
Edmonton’s 3-0-1 start under Mike Babcock comes amid injuries and strong early performances. Five previous Oilers seasons also began with notable runs, from unbeaten stretches to winning streaks that led to deep playoff pushes.
The latest Thursday episode of Real Life discussed the Oilers’ three-game winning streak, player endorsement deals, access to games and fan etiquette. The hosts also covered Jalen Brunson’s Saturday Night Live appearance and whether there are rules for signs at Oilers games.
An all-star winger is incoming as the Edmonton Oilers look set to get more help. The source provides no further details.
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