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Leafs’ Gavin McKenna Reveals True Thoughts On Connor McDavid

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The Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers are facing one another in a Saturday evening showdown at Edmonton’s Rogers Place, marking the first time in the career of rookie forward Gavin McKenna that he’s facing Edmonton superstar captain Connor McDavid.McKenna, who has previously trained with McDavid over the summer, remains as much in awe of […] The post Leafs’ Gavin McKenna Reveals True Thoughts On Connor McDavid appeared first on HEAVY.

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Leafs’ Jack Roslovic Speaks Honestly Of Time With Oilers

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are in town to battle the Edmonton Oilers, marking their first matchup of the season and first since former Oilers forward Jack Roslovic, who spent last season with the club, signed a two-year, $8 million contract to join the Maple Leafs.It’s the latest stop in the career of Roslovic, who has […] The post Leafs’ Jack Roslovic Speaks Honestly Of Time With Oilers appeared first on HEAVY.

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Oilers make disappointing Devon Levi injury move

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The Edmonton Oilers are facing off against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday. Edmonton is facing some tough injury news ahead of that contest. The club is placing goaltender Devon Levi on injured reserve, the team announced Saturday. “Goaltender Matt Tomkins has been recalled from the (Bakersfield) Condors under emergency conditions,” the Oilers posted to […] The post Oilers make disappointing Devon Levi injury move appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Auston Matthews reveals how Leafs can slow down Connor McDavid, Oilers

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing off against the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday. Leafs star Auston Matthews is speaking out about how Toronto can slow down Connor McDavid and Edmonton. “Same thing when we were in Colorado a couple weeks ago,” Matthews said, per NHL.com. “A lot of nights you’re going to play some really […] The post Auston Matthews reveals how Leafs can slow down Connor McDavid, Oilers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Isaac Howard landing spots after being named Oilers trade candidate

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The Edmonton Oilers are flying high early in the 2026-27 NHL season. Edmonton has won eight of its first 10 games. They look like a strong Stanley Cup contender early on, especially with captain Connor McDavid on a generational run to begin the year. It’s certainly still early, but Edmonton’s ambition is to win the […] The post Isaac Howard landing spots after being named Oilers trade candidate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Toronto Maple Leafs Coach Explains Why Top Prospect Wasn’t Recalled Amid Injuries

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The Toronto Maple Leafs decided not to recall Ben Danford amid injuries, as Jim Hiller explained why the team didn't call him up. The post Toronto Maple Leafs Coach Explains Why Top Prospect Wasn’t Recalled Amid Injuries appeared first on HEAVY.

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Wayne Gretzky’s Season Points Record Could be in Jeopardy as McDavid Continues Hot Start

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The Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid has been on an unthinkable run of form to begin this season. McDavid recorded another five point effort in Edmonton’s 6-5 shootout victory against the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes last night. This extends McDavid’s totals to 8 goals and 23 assists for 31 points in ten games so […] The post Wayne Gretzky’s Season Points Record Could be in Jeopardy as McDavid Continues Hot Start appeared first on HEAVY.

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Oilers’ Mike Babcock drops truth bomb after thrilling shootout win vs. Hurricanes

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Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock delivered a candid assessment of his team’s performance following a thrilling 6-5 shootout victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night. The victory came two days after Edmonton defeated the Minnesota Wild on Evan Bouchard’s overtime winner. Thursday’s triumph improved the Oilers to 8-1-1 as a terrific start to the 2026-27 […] The post Oilers’ Mike Babcock drops truth bomb after thrilling shootout win vs. Hurricanes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Oilers star Connor McDavid matches insane Wayne Gretzky start that puts him on 200-point pace

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Edmonton Oilers centre Connor McDavid continued his historic start to the 2026-27 NHL season on Thursday, notching five points to inspire his side to a thrilling 6-5 shootout win against the Carolina Hurricanes. The captain finished with two goals and three assists, reaching 31 points through his first 10 games and matching a milestone previously […] The post Oilers star Connor McDavid matches insane Wayne Gretzky start that puts him on 200-point pace appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jim Hiller dubs win over Rangers Maple Leafs’ ‘best game’ of 2026

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are feeling it. After beating the Columbus Blue Jackets on the road, 6-2, on Tuesday, the Leafs returned home and took down the New York Rangers on Thursday at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. The Maple Leafs are now on a three-game winning streak, and just had the best game of their […] The post Jim Hiller dubs win over Rangers Maple Leafs’ ‘best game’ of 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hurricanes make huge Seth Jarvis announcement ahead of Oilers clash

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The Carolina Hurricanes are 8-2-1 in 2026-27 and again one of the NHL’s top teams despite missing their leading goal scorer from the past two seasons — but that absence could end Thursday night. The Canes activated star forward Seth Jarvis from the injured non-roster list Wednesday, putting him in position to make his season […] The post Hurricanes make huge Seth Jarvis announcement ahead of Oilers clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl & his wife Celeste react to Darnell Nurse's trade from Oilers to Sharks – "Gonna miss ya" – Sportskeeda

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Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl & his wife Celeste react to Darnell Nurse's trade from Oilers to Sharks - "Gonna miss ya"  Sportskeeda

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Former Blackhawks Veteran UFA’s Could Stick With Edmonton

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The Edmonton Oilers have a big offseason ahead of them after a 2025-2026 season that did not end in expected fashion with a first round exit against the Anaheim Ducks in round one of the playoffs.General manager Stan Bowman has already been busy as he let go of former head coach Kris Knoblauch. The Oilers […] The post Former Blackhawks Veteran UFA’s Could Stick With Edmonton appeared first on HEAVY.

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NHL Insider: Oilers Could Deliver Crushing Setback To Division Rival

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The Edmonton Oilers are still trying to pick up the pieces and wonder where they go after being eliminated in the Western Conference Quarterfinal by the Anaheim Ducks.It represents the first time since 2021 that they weren’t able to move past the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and also the first time that […] The post NHL Insider: Oilers Could Deliver Crushing Setback To Division Rival appeared first on HEAVY.

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Oilers rumors: The 3 players Edmonton could target on trade market this summer

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Following another playoff failure for the Edmonton Oilers, there is work to do. Now, there are allegedly three players the Oilers are targeting, including a goalie and a forward who may play alongside Connor McDavid, according to Jeff Marek of Daily Faceoff. Jeff Marek talks about some options for the Edmonton Oilers, including UPL, Kesselring […] The post Oilers rumors: The 3 players Edmonton could target on trade market this summer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NHL rumors: Erik Johnson drops Connor McDavid-Auston Matthews Wild ‘hot take’

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Neither the Connor McDavid-led Edmonton Oilers nor the Toronto Maple Leafs had the kind of season that they wanted in 2025-26. The Maple Leafs failed to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2016, while the Oilers, who struggled with consistency all season, were eliminated in the Western Conference Quarterfinals by the […] The post NHL rumors: Erik Johnson drops Connor McDavid-Auston Matthews Wild ‘hot take’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Oilers GM Stan Bowman says Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl won’t have say in next head coach

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After the Edmonton Oilers were eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Anaheim Ducks, speculation began building that the team could be on the verge of serious changes. Those serious changes were made in the form of a major leadership shift behind the bench, as the Oilers dismissed head coach Kris Knoblauch and assistant […] The post Oilers GM Stan Bowman says Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl won’t have say in next head coach appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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