5 interesting facts about Oilers’ new addition Kasperi Kapanen

The Edmonton Oilers claimed Kasperi Kapanen off the waiver wire on Nov. 19, and he made his Oilers debut last Thursday in their 5-3 loss to the Minnesota Wild. Kapanen played 12:10 minutes, primarily on the second line, filling in for a couple of top...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Keys to victory for the Edmonton Oilers in their series against the Vancouver Canucks

The Edmonton Oilers kick off their series against the Vancouver Canucks tonight at Rogers Arena, as the last two Canadian teams do battle for a spot in the Western Conference Finals. And while the oddsmakers have the Oilers taking this one, the Canuc...

Published: 1 year ago by The Oil Rig

"Skinner was excellent": Rave review of Big Stu from NHL expert heading into Edmonton Oilers vs Vancouver Canucks

Published: 1 year ago by Edmonton Journal

G6+ Game Notes: Oilers and Canucks…LFG

After a 32-year hiatus the Edmonton Oilers and Vancouver Canucks will once again meet in the NHL playoffs. For both fanbases, let’s hope you don’t have to wait until 2056 to see it again. — The Oilers haven’t played since last Wednesday, while the Ca...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Report: Canucks’ Demko to miss first four games of Oilers series

The Vancouver Canucks will still be without their No. 1 goalie for the first four games of their second-round series, according to a new report.

Published: 1 year ago by SportsNet

32 Thoughts: Overtimes everywhere

Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman discuss the incredible comeback by the Avalanche over the Stars on Wednesday. Then they delve into the Rangers win over the Hurricanes in OT.

Published: 1 year ago by SportsNet

Why Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl is a special playoff performer

Draisaitl's offensive numbers in the postseason have spiked in a historically unusual way.

Published: 1 year ago by The Athletic

NHL Playoffs picks, odds: Panthers look to bounce back against Bruins, Oilers take on Canucks in Game 1

The Oilers and Canucks start their playoff series on Wednesday, while the Panthers look to even their series against the Bruins.

Published: 1 year ago by The Athletic

After half a century on the back burner, might Oilers-Canucks rivalry finally be heating up?

Published: 1 year ago by Edmonton Journal

Better Lait Than Never: This week between Oilers games has been the longest of all time

How about an early episode of Better Lait Than Never to preview the upcoming second round against the Vancouver Canucks, the NHL playoffs, the return of Milf Manor, and a whole lot more. Welcome to a fresh BLTN, everybody. I started this week’s podca...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Oilersnation Radio: Previewing the Oilers vs. Canucks

Oilersnation Radio, your favourite twice-weekly podcast, is back with a fresh episode to spice up your week and talk all. Get ready for some riveting Oilers discussions and debates. Kicking off the Tuesday episode of ONR, we got started with a delici...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Canucks’ defensive stoutness to face another stiff test vs. high-flying Oilers

The Canucks’ defence, which has become an underrated backbone for the team, seems built for playoff hockey. They are big, and battle hard to win pucks and protect the slot. And they are ready for another tough test vs. the Oilers’ formidable attack.

Published: 1 year ago by SportsNet

5 THINGS: Burning questions heading into Oilers series against Canucks

Published: 1 year ago by Edmonton Journal

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