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I'd give quite a bit to know what goes on in the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/edmonton-oilers#google_vignette">Edmonton Oilers'</a> dressing room after a disappointing performance, because whatever they're doing to motivate themselves seems to be working pretty well.
Connor McDavid scored five points as the Oilers beat Utah 6-2, becoming the first player in 31 years with 20 points in his first eight games.
The <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/edmonton-oilers#google_vignette">Edmonton Oilers</a> are seven games into the season, and tonight's game against the Utah Mammoth, believe it or not, actually matters for the Western Conference standings.
Reinforcements have arrived in Edmonton as three key players return to the ice, shaking up the lines for a Saturday rematch with the Utah Mammoth.
I'm calling it now, Devon Levi is the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/edmonton-oilers#google_vignette">Edmonton Oilers</a>' No. 1 goaltender.
Zach Hyman is expected to return to the Edmonton Oilers lineup tonight against the Los Angeles Kings, however, it is unclear where the 34-year-old fits into a team that's won four straight games.
Vasily Podkolzin’s seamless chemistry with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl has yielded an 8-0 scoring margin, transforming Edmonton’s top line into the NHL’s most terrifying offensive juggernaut. Can the Oilers keep this trio together?
From Mike Babcock’s systematic overhaul to Evan Bouchard’s Norris-caliber play, Edmonton faithful credit a revitalized locker room and rested superstars for the team’s scorching start to the season.
Even with two of the best offensive players in the NHL, Mike Babcock has the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/edmonton-oilers#google_vignette">Edmonton Oilers</a> playing some pretty boring hockey.
Darnell Nurse took his shot, and the now-Sharks defenseman ignited a pre-game firestorm by confronting a longtime critic, turning a routine homecoming into a personal vendetta against the Edmonton media’s harshest critiques.
Edmonton’s offense gets a massive boost as their 52-point forward rejoins practice, forcing tough roster decisions as the Oilers are finally getting key players back.
The <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/edmonton-oilers#google_vignette">Edmonton Oilers</a> spent much of last season being told what was wrong with their game and how they handled losses, and, judging by what the players have said after the first four games this year, some of those conversations have been happening inside the dressing room.
Jason Dickinson’s return gives Edmonton another option at centre, but Colton Dach has been placed on injured reserve. This update covers the roster changes and the coach’s expectations as Dickinson gets back into games.
Edmonton investigated Filip Hallander’s previous health problems before acquiring him from Pittsburgh. Jim Parsons examines that assessment, his potential fit and the possibility of extending the forward beyond his current contract.
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