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Watch Oilers’ Connor McDavid unleash filthy shootout goal against Connor Hellebuyck

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Even though the Edmonton Oilers ultimately fell in a shootout against the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday evening at Prudential Center, captain Connor McDavid continued his truly otherworldly start to the season. He not only continued his assist streak but also scored a filthy shootout goal, deking past Devils goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, whom the club […] The post Watch Oilers’ Connor McDavid unleash filthy shootout goal against Connor Hellebuyck appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Sets Historic Oilers Team Record

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Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins set a team record by skating in his 1,038th career game with the franchise on Tuesday night. By skating in his 1,038th game on Tuesday night on the road against the New Jersey Devils, Nugent-Hopkins passed fellow Oilers great Kevin Lowe for the most regular-season games played in Oilers history. […] The post Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Sets Historic Oilers Team Record appeared first on HEAVY.

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Ryan Nugent-Hopkins set to make impressive Oilers franchise history vs. Devils

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The Edmonton Oilers have been phenomenal this year. They are 11-2-2 and sitting in first in the Pacific Division. Meanwhile, Connor McDavid has already been smashing records. McDavid just broke a record once held by Wayne Gretzky, who set his record when he was a member of the Oilers in the 1980s. Now, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins […] The post Ryan Nugent-Hopkins set to make impressive Oilers franchise history vs. Devils appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Oilers Announce Decision on $49 Million Veteran

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Edmonton Oilers defenseman Jake Walman has found himself in the doghouse with head coach Mike Babcock, who has kept him on the healthy scratch list for each of the club’s last three games. Babcock has publicly criticized Walman’s performance, demonstrating the new level of accountability he was hired to bring to the Oilers franchise, which […] The post Oilers Announce Decision on $49 Million Veteran appeared first on HEAVY.

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Oilers’ Connor McDavid breaks another Wayne Gretzky record in win vs. Rangers

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The Edmonton Oilers are on an absolute tear to start the 2026-27 NHL season — and Connor McDavid continues to be the catalyst. The league’s premier player was at it again Sunday night, recording a goal and an assist as the Oilers beat the New York Rangers, 4-1, at Madison Square Garden to improve to […] The post Oilers’ Connor McDavid breaks another Wayne Gretzky record in win vs. Rangers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nikita Kucherov’s Agent Already Has Team Lined Up [Report]

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Nikita Kucherov’s agent, Dan Milstein, confirmed that his client will continue playing for the Tampa Bay Lightning while his trade request situation is resolved. That said, one insider connected to the Edmonton Oilers believes that Milstein has already been working behind the scenes on a trade destination.Bob Stauffer, the Oilers’ color commentator and host of […] The post Nikita Kucherov’s Agent Already Has Team Lined Up [Report] appeared first on HEAVY.

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Oilers: Overreaction trade Edmonton must make to solidify Stanley Cup favorite status

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The Edmonton Oilers are on top of the hockey world right now. Connor McDavid is in the midst of a generational run at the start of the 2026-27 campaign. He is currently on pace to at least match Wayne Gretzky’s record for the fastest player to 50 points in a single season. Edmonton is having […] The post Oilers: Overreaction trade Edmonton must make to solidify Stanley Cup favorite status appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Calgary Flames Make Devin Cooley Decision Ahead of Battle of Alberta

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Devin Cooley has been one of the NHL’s hottest goaltenders as of late. And the Calgary Flames have decided whether he will start again. Lights out may be an understatement these days for Cooley, who is once again getting the nod to start in the Battle of Alberta. Derek Willis confirmed the news, as did […] The post Calgary Flames Make Devin Cooley Decision Ahead of Battle of Alberta appeared first on HEAVY.

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Red Wings’ Michal Postava joins exclusive franchise club with win in 1st NHL start

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Michal Postava made his first career National Hockey League start on Monday night, and it’s one the 24-year-old won’t soon forget. The undrafted goaltender made 25 saves on 28 shots and was perfect in the shootout as the Detroit Red Wings defeated the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 at Rogers Place. In the process, the Czechia native […] The post Red Wings’ Michal Postava joins exclusive franchise club with win in 1st NHL start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Oilers’ Zach Hyman could miss at least a week after apparent head injury

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The Edmonton Oilers suffered their second consecutive defeat on Monday night, losing to the Detroit Red Wings at Rogers Place — and they also lost another forward to injury. Zach Hyman, who has appeared in only six games this season, exited in the second period of the 4-3 shootout loss after taking a hit from […] The post Oilers’ Zach Hyman could miss at least a week after apparent head injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Wings Rookie Pulls Off Something Few Expected Against Oilers

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It wasn’t that Red Wings rookie Michal Postava won in his first NHL start. It was the way he helped knock off the Edmonton Oilers. There may be nothing more frightening than recording your first NHL start against Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and a team that is second in the league in scoring with 51 […] The post Red Wings Rookie Pulls Off Something Few Expected Against Oilers appeared first on HEAVY.

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"Leon Draisaitl always been dirty", "Leafs are soft": Fans debate Oilers star's vicious crosscheck to Auston Matthews' ribs – Sportskeeda

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"Leon Draisaitl always been dirty", "Leafs are soft": Fans debate Oilers star's vicious crosscheck to Auston Matthews' ribs  Sportskeeda

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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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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 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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