Team Canada Adds Oilers Duo to 2026 IIHF World Championship Roster
Evan Bouchard and Darnell Nurse are keys for the Edmonton Oilers, and after being eliminated, they'll take up key roles for Team Canada.
Leon Draisaitl
Oilers rumors: Kris Knoblauch’s job status ‘under review’ after playoff failure
Kris Knoblauch was named the head coach of the Edmonton Oilers during the 2023-24 season, when Jay Woodcroft was fired. Woodcroft has led the Oilers to the playoffs two straight years and one conference finals, but after a 3-9-1 start, the Oilers moved on. Knoblauch led the team to the Stanley Cup Finals in his […] The post Oilers rumors: Kris Knoblauch’s job status ‘under review’ after playoff failure appeared first on ClutchPoints.
‘Outright Fear-Mongering’ — Insider’s Leon Draisaitl Warning Riles Up Oilers Fans
Social media reprimands NHL insider Pierre LeBrun for suggesting that Oilers star Leon Draisaitl might want to part ways with the franchise after a nightmare season.
Oilers GM Lays Out Free Agency Plans as Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid Sound the Alarm
McDavid, Draisaitl question Oilers’ direction after playoff exit as GM Stan Bowman outlines a cautious offseason plan with limited changes expected.
‘Vibes Are Absolutely Horrible’ — NHL World Takes Notice as Leon Draisaitl Holds Oilers Brass Accountable
Leon Draisaitl’s blunt comments after the Oilers’ early playoff exit spark concern, putting pressure on Edmonton’s leadership ahead of a crucial offseason.
2 early Oilers trade candidates after 1st-round loss to Ducks
A disappointing first-round loss for a team built around superstars is usually when trade rumors begin to surface and quickly gain traction. You see it in Toronto with Auston Matthews, and Ottawa with Brady Tkachuk, and it isn’t going to be long before everyone is concocting trade ideas for the Edmonton Oilers. With Connor McDavid […] The post 2 early Oilers trade candidates after 1st-round loss to Ducks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Leon Draisaitl had strong words on Connor McDavid after early playoff exit
Another season without a Stanley Cup title is another wasted year of having Connor McDavid for the Edmonton Oilers, and Leon Draisaitl is very much aware of that. Draisaitl made that clear when he assessed Edmonton’s outlook following the team’s early exit from the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. “In what world do you have the … The post Leon Draisaitl had strong words on Connor McDavid after early playoff exit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Connor McDavid says Oilers have taken a step back
The Edmonton Oilers will not be making a third straight trip to the Stanley Cup Final, as they were eliminated from the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Anaheim Ducks in six games. The Ducks now prepare to face the Vegas Golden Knights for the first time in their history, while the […] The post Connor McDavid says Oilers have taken a step back appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers' Connor McDavid Addresses His Future After 11th NHL Season
Oilers captain Connor McDavid was asked about how the team's first-round exit will shape his future in Edmonton.
Leon Draisaitl Sends Biggest Warning Yet Over Connor McDavid’s Contract as Oilers Nurse Playoffs Exit Wounds
Leon Draisaitl sends a warning to the Edmonton Oilers' brass after crashing out of the 2026 NHL Playoffs.
Oilers Reveal Connor McDavid Injury After Playoff Elimination
The Edmonton Oilers fell in the first round of the playoffs and confirmed that Connor McDavid is dealing with an injury.
The injury Oilers’ Connor McDavid played through vs. Ducks
Connor McDavid was clearly not at 100 percent in the Edmonton Oilers’ six-game, first-round Stanley Cup Playoff loss to the Anaheim Ducks, which was one of the catalysts of the team going home early in 2026. On Saturday, head coach Kris Knoblauch admitted that McDavid, as well as Jason Dickinson, were both playing through fractures […] The post The injury Oilers’ Connor McDavid played through vs. Ducks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers Offseason Storylines to Keep an Eye on in 2026
The Edmonton Oilers offseason storylines should kick in overdrive, given the team's early exit from the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs. The post Oilers Offseason Storylines to Keep an Eye on in 2026 appeared first on HEAVY.
‘Just Embarrassing’ — NHL World Rips Referees After Brutal Hit on Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl Goes Unpunished
NHL fans rip referees after a brutal hit on Leon Draisaitl goes uncalled as Oilers stay alive with a huge Game 5 win over Anaheim.
Oilers captain Connor McDavid makes 1 thing crystal clear after Game 5 win
The Edmonton Oilers secured a 4-1 win in Game 5 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Anaheim Ducks, staving off elimination. Heading into the game with the Ducks, there were questions about the availability of Oilers star Connor McDavid. McDavid played in the game and registered two assists. After the contest, he spoke […] The post Oilers captain Connor McDavid makes 1 thing crystal clear after Game 5 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
‘We Have No Choice’ — Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl Ramps Up Desperation Level as EDM Lives to Fight Another Day
Oilers force Game 6 with a 4-1 win as Leon Draisaitl highlights urgency and desperation in Edmonton’s playoff fight against Anaheim.
Oilers’ Connor McDavid to play do-or-die Game 5 vs Ducks amid injury
The Edmonton Oilers are facing elimination in the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night. After winning consecutive Western Conference titles, they may go home after winning just one game. Oilers captain Connor McDavid was a game-time decision due to an injury, but he will suit up for Game 5 on Tuesday. […] The post Oilers’ Connor McDavid to play do-or-die Game 5 vs Ducks amid injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
How Ducks’ Lukas Dostal managed Connor McDavid’s speed in vital Game 4 win
Through four games, the Anaheim Ducks have done something that only the Florida Panthers have been able to do over the past two Stanley Cup Playoffs, and that’s stop the Edmonton Oilers. The Ducks are now up 3-1 in the series as the series shifts back to Edmonton, and a big reason is how Lukas […] The post How Ducks’ Lukas Dostal managed Connor McDavid’s speed in vital Game 4 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers superstar Connor McDavid’s absence from morning skate rings alarm bells
Connor McDavid has not been operating at full health for the Edmonton Oilers in their first-round Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Anaheim Ducks — and his absence from morning skate ahead of a potential elimination Game 5 is not a great sign. “No sign of Connor McDavid as the Oilers morning skate begins at […] The post Oilers superstar Connor McDavid’s absence from morning skate rings alarm bells appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers’ Kris Knoblauch drops truth bomb ahead of do-or-die Game 5
It’s been just over a week since the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs commenced — and the Edmonton Oilers are already down to their last loss. Trailing 3-1 against the Anaheim Ducks after back-to-back defeats on the road, the Oil will need to win three games in a row if they hope to keep the dream […] The post Oilers’ Kris Knoblauch drops truth bomb ahead of do-or-die Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers star Connor McDavid drops truth bomb ahead of Game 3 vs. Ducks
Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs series between the Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks is set for Friday night. After a win in Game 1, the Oilers lost Game 2 as the powerplay struggled. As Game 3 approaches, Oilers captain Connor McDavid spoke to the media about special teams and their impact on the […] The post Oilers star Connor McDavid drops truth bomb ahead of Game 3 vs. Ducks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ex-NHL HC Gives Ducks Hail Mary Plan to Stop Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid
Ex-NHL coach shares a Hail Mary plan for Ducks to limit McDavid and Draisaitl after Oilers edge Game 1, setting up crucial Game 2 showdown.
Jason Dickinson, Kasperi Kapanen double-down with back-to-back Oilers goals
The Edmonton Oilers are always a threat to challenge for the Stanley Cup once the playoffs roll around, despite how they may look during the season. The team has persevered through bad trades, injuries to a superstar, and poor goaltending to grab the second seed in the Pacific Division and face the Anaheim Ducks in […] The post Jason Dickinson, Kasperi Kapanen double-down with back-to-back Oilers goals appeared first on ClutchPoints.