NHL Schedule Today, April 5: Games, Standings, Playoff Picture and Wild Card Race
Sunday's NHL slate features seven games with major playoff and lottery implications across both conferences.
Edmonton Oilers
After Leon Draisaitl, Edmonton Oilers Down Another Key Player For Final Run-In
With the Oilers already smarting from Leon Draisaitl's injury, head coach Kris Knoblauch has been handed yet another headache for the final stretch of the season.
"Telling Everyone They Make Too Much Money" – $30.8M Oilers Forward Reveals What VGK & EDM Players Were Chirping About In Post-game Stand-Off – Sportskeeda
"Telling Everyone They Make Too Much Money" - $30.8M Oilers Forward Reveals What VGK & EDM Players Were Chirping About In Post-game Stand-Off Sportskeeda
Kevin Bieksa gets bluntly honest about Oilers' Evan Bouchard being a serious Norris Trophy contender – Sportskeeda
Kevin Bieksa gets bluntly honest about Oilers' Evan Bouchard being a serious Norris Trophy contender Sportskeeda
Oilers HC Refuses to Blame Alarming 5-1 Loss to Golden Knights on Leon Draisaitl and Zach Hyman’s Absence
Kris Knoblauch does not hold the absence of Leon Draisaitl and Zach Hyman responsible for the Edmonton Oilers' 5-1 loss against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Oilers Announce Zach Hyman Injury Update Before Golden Knights Game
Zach Hyman status draws attention before Vegas Golden Knights game.
NHL Schedule Today, April 4: Games, Standings, Playoff Picture and Wild Card Race
Saturday’s NHL slate features 15 games with major playoff and lottery implications across both conferences.
Oilers’ Connor McDavid drops playoff truth bomb amid 5-game winning streak
The Edmonton Oilers are playing some of their best hockey of the season at the perfect time, which is impressive considering the laundry list of injuries they’ve had to deal with over the last several weeks. The Oil have won five games in a row — the first time that’s happened in 2025-26 — and […] The post Oilers’ Connor McDavid drops playoff truth bomb amid 5-game winning streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers sign Western Michigan captain to 1-year contract
On Thursday, the Edmonton Oilers signed Western Michigan University captain Owen Michaels to a one-year, entry-level contract. The deal is for the remainder of the 2025-26 season. The contract carries a prorated salary cap hit of approximately $1.48 million, including an NHL salary of $935,000, a $40,000 signing bonus, and a minors salary of $85,000, […] The post Oilers sign Western Michigan captain to 1-year contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Mitch Marner Reacts to Historic Game with Golden Knights
Mitch Marner addressed Vegas' approach to the Flames game after having a historic performance.
Oilers’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The Edmonton Oilers are close to clinching another playoff spot and hope to finally finish the story this season. After the Oilers lost to the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup for the second consecutive year, the consensus was that they had squandered their last chance. But the Oilers’ dream seeding could put them in […] The post Oilers’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Edmonton Oilers Get a Pat on the Back After Landing NCAA Frozen Four’s Most Outstanding Player
Edmonton Oilers draw praise after signing Owen Michaels, the NCAA Frozen Four Most Outstanding Player, boosting depth.
Stars’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The Dallas Stars have the talent, drive, coaching and goaltending to go all the way to the Stanley Cup Finals and possibly win it this season. What they don’t have is an easy route to the title. The concentration of talent in the NHL’s Central Division of the Western Conference is more impressive than any […] The post Stars’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Noise Grows Around $74 Million Oilers D-Man’s Exit
Defenceman Darnell Nurse trade chatter grows despite late season resurgence as Edmonton Oilers weigh offseason options.
Connor McDavid Highlights Tristan Jarry, Connor Ingram’s Contributions as Oilers White-Knuckle Their Way to 5-Win Streak
Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid credits Tristan Jarry and Connor Ingram as the Oil pull off a 5-game win streak.
Oilers Rumors: Top NCAA Free Agent Could Be Going to Edmonton
The latest round of Edmonton Oilers rumors suggest the club could be in the mix to sign one of the NCAA's top free agents. The post Oilers Rumors: Top NCAA Free Agent Could Be Going to Edmonton appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Kings’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The Los Angeles Kings defeated the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday to pull into the second wild card spot in the Western Conference with eight games left to play. Now, they hope they can hold onto it, or perhaps, pull into the first wild card spot, or even move up in the division. The last […] The post Kings’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ducks’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The Anaheim Ducks have had a remarkable season, rising all the way to the top of the Pacific Division. However, just a couple of weeks ago in mid-March, the Ducks had a fairly notable lead over the Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights in the division. That is no longer the case. With seven […] The post Ducks’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Insider Unconvinced by Prospect of Oilers Chasing Bruce Cassidy and Firing Kris Knoblauch
Edmonton Oilers unlikely to replace HC Kris Knoblauch with Bruce Cassidy, as insider downplay coaching change rumors.
Hall of Fame D-Man Campaigns for Oilers’ Evan Bouchard to Land Among Norris Trophy Frontrunners
Chris Pronger makes the case for Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard's candidature for the Norris Trophy while setting expectations straight for the blueliner.
Sharks’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The San Jose Sharks are pushing for their first Stanley Cup Playoffs berth since 2019 on the back of Macklin Celebrini. The 19-year-old has 101 points in 72 games, 50 more points than any of his teammates. Even with some recent struggles, they have a chance to make the playoffs with ten games to play. […] The post Sharks’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers’ Connor Ingram Takes Very Little Credit After 27-Save Birthday Shutout Win Over Seattle Kraken
Connor Ingram credits the Edmonton Oilers' defensive effort after recording a 27-save shutout against the Seattle Kraken.
"His Embellishment Has Gotten Out Of Control": Fans Fume Over Connor McDavid's Reaction To Brandon Montour's Cross-check – sportskeeda.com
"His Embellishment Has Gotten Out Of Control": Fans Fume Over Connor McDavid's Reaction To Brandon Montour's Cross-check sportskeeda.com
Leon Draisaitl’s Return Inches Closer as Oilers Finally Catch Fire After Shutout Win Vs. Seattle Kraken
Leon Draisaitl was spotted at Rogers Place, sparking optimism that an early return could elevate the Edmonton Oilers.