Is Blue Jackets’ defender David Jiříček a fit for the Edmonton Oilers?

It’s pretty clear already that the Oilers’ biggest need before the trade deadline is adding a right-shot defenceman to play alongside Darnell Nurse. In an article by Kurt Leavins of the Edmonton Journal, he notes that the Oilers have spoken to the Co...

Published: 1 month ago by Oilers Nation

Matthews Out vs. Oilers: Eventual Return Comes With Good News

The post Matthews Out vs. Oilers: Eventual Return Comes With Good News appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Auston Matthews won't play versus the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday, but there is good news regarding his eventual return to the Maple Leafs. The p...

Published: 1 month ago by NHL Trade Talk

After McDavid, which other NHLers could register 1,000th point in 2024-25?

Frank Seravalli and Tyler Yaremchuk talked about who they think will also hit 1,000 points in 2024-25 on Daily Faceoff Live.

Published: 1 month ago by Daily Faceoff

Oilers’ Bouchard Still Expected to Receive Massive Extension Despite Slow Start

The Edmonton Oilers have begun to bounce back from their slow start and have improved to a 9-7-1 record with their recent 3-2 victory over the struggling Nashville Predators. As…

Published: 1 month ago by The Hockey Writers

‘It’s pretty nerve wracking’: Knies on going head-to-head vs. McDavid

Maple Leafs youngster Matthew Knies talks about the challenges of going head-to-head vs. new 1,000 point club member Connor McDavid, and also discusses what he’s seeing from John Tavares this season.

Published: 1 month ago by SportsNet

Oilers' Draisaitl on McDavid's quest for 2,000 points: "I never bet against Connor McDavid"

Connor McDavid may have just reached 1,000 points last night, but his Edmonton Oilers teammate Leon Draisaitl is already upping the stakes. After beating Scott Wedgewood on a one-timer on a pass from Draisaitl, McDavid became the fourth-fastest playe...

Published: 1 month ago by Daily Hive

Maple Leafs will be without Auston Matthews as Oilers visit Toronto on Saturday

The Toronto Maple Leafs will once again be without their captain Auston Matthews when the Edmonton Oilers roll into Toronto on Saturday, TSN’s Darren Dreger reported. Auston Matthews won’t be available for tomorrow’s game vs the Oilers. Given the Lea...

Published: 1 month ago by Oilers Nation

‘No setbacks’ to Maple Leafs’ Matthews return, but not in line to play vs. Oilers

Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube announced Friday that the captain would miss a sixth-straight game as he continues to deal with an upper-body injury.

Published: 1 month ago by SportsNet

McDavid’s 1,000th point was a special moment for a special player

McDavid became the fourth-fastest player in NHL history to reach the milestone.

Published: 1 month ago by Daily Faceoff

Oilers' Draisaitl was mic'd up for McDavid's 1,000th point and it's amazing

In fitting fashion, Connor McDavid was able to record his 1,000th point in a game that the Edmonton Oilers won by a 3-2 final. Everyone at Rogers Place hoped to see the Oilers captain reach 1,000, and were hopeful the team could pick up a win on what...

Published: 1 month ago by Daily Hive

‘I never bet against Connor McDavid’: Teammates believe Oilers captain can score 2,000 NHL points

It was a special night in Edmonton, one that gave those in attendance an opportunity to reflect on the past and look ahead to what could be next. Connor McDavid buried a pass from Leon Draisaitl in the second period against the Nashville Predators to...

Published: 1 month ago by Oilers Nation

The McDavid Equation: The Secret Behind His Greatness

The post The McDavid Equation: The Secret Behind His Greatness appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Last night, the Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid hit 1000 points in his career. What makes the Oilers McDavid such a great player? The post The McDavid Equ...

Published: 1 month ago by NHL Trade Talk

Looking back at every point-scoring milestone for Connor McDavid on his way to point 1,000

Thursday night was a magical one in Edmonton. The Edmonton Oilers racked up three straight wins for the first time this season, caught up to the Canucks, Kings and Golden Knights, the penalty kill was solid, and Connor McDavid became the fourth faste...

Published: 1 month ago by The Oil Rig