Leon Draisaitl

The Oilers have the stars. Their biggest question is whether Mike Babcock’s demanding approach can push them over the top.

Mike Babcock’s message to the Oilers may not be about talent. It may be about accountability from their best players.

Is Babcock really the story in Edmonton… or is it about whether the Oilers finally change how they use McDavid and Draisaitl?

McDavid calls for change in Edmonton, but what does it really say about leadership, pressure, and the Oilers’ ceiling?

Babcock’s hire in Edmonton raises a deeper question: can McDavid-era empowerment coexist with old-school control?

The letter “A” is everywhere in the NHL — from captains to legends and trophies. A quiet symbol with a surprisingly long history.

Oilers fall 5–2 in Anaheim after fading early, losing urgency, and getting quiet nights from McDavid and Draisaitl in a game that slipped away fast.

Oilers forced Game 6—but now the pressure shifts to Anaheim. One more win keeps the season alive in a hostile road environment.

We talk about cap hits all the time, but rarely about what those salary gaps do to the people sharing the same room.

Oilers let leads slip again, McDavid’s status lingers, and now Edmonton faces a series that feels less like bad luck—and more like a habit catching up to them.

Draisaitl is back skating, but not a lock for Game 1 — leaving the Oilers hopeful, cautious, and watching closely as playoffs approach.

The Oilers are winning without Draisaitl, but luck won’t last. Here’s how Edmonton can stay dangerous and survive his absence.

Edmonton’s finding its groove post-Olympics. Draisaitl’s out, but defence is tightening, Ingram’s stepping up, and playoffs are still in play.

Connor Ingram in net, Leon Draisaitl back in the lineup—if the Oilers get their pieces clicking, the West better watch out.

From Tippett trade chatter to Draisaitl’s injury, Matthews tampering talk, and Hischier whispers, here’s the latest on Canadian teams.

With Draisaitl out, the Oilers lean on Zach Hyman—the grinder who turns chaos into goals and keeps everything from slipping.

The Edmonton Oilers outshot the Blues and built a 2–0 lead—then watched it vanish. Friday’s loss showed Edmonton’s biggest problem this season.

Draisaitl explodes for 5 points as Oilers rally past Senators in OT. Big comeback — but defensive concerns still linger.

Canadian teams were all over Thursday: Larkin OT winner, Schaefer’s rookie burst, Marchand’s early salvo, Kadri and Draisaitl shine.

Trade season hype: Huberdeau is out for the Flames, Draisaitl calls for change in Edmonton, and the Leafs hold out for McMann!

Draisaitl calls out Oilers’ defensive lapses and locker room tension—can Edmonton fix chemistry before the playoffs hit?

A quiet Wednesday in the NHL said plenty: Montreal showed patience, Calgary held its identity, and each Canadian team revealed where it’s headed.

McDavid vs. Matthews! Tonight’s Oilers-Maple Leafs clash promises star power, speed, and some serious hockey fireworks.

Leon Draisaitl: unstoppable strength, pinpoint passing, and scoring touch — one of the NHL’s most complete and relentless forwards today.

Canada’s teams showed flashes, fades, and fixes Thursday — but one thing was clear: the Maple Leafs are running out of answers.

Evan Bouchard isn’t flashy, but he’s the Oilers’ engine from the back end—making plays, keeping pucks moving, and driving the power play.

What will Leon Draisaitl bring in his return tonight for the Oilers—can he dominate like he’s capable against the Capitals?

Jack Roslovic led the Oilers’ 6-0 romp over the Canucks, showing the team’s depth and proving Edmonton’s scoring isn’t top-heavy.

Leon Draisaitl steps away from hockey to be with family. The Oilers adjust, but the moment reminds us what really matters.

Ever wonder how far NHL players actually skate? One star logged nearly 400 miles in a year—and that’s not even the wildest part.

Were last night’s losses bad luck—or signs of deeper issues facing Canada’s NHL teams?

Jake DeBrusk to Edmonton? Strip away the noise and three clear reasons the fit actually works.

Some Canadian teams controlled the night. Others chased it. Tuesday offered a quiet but telling snapshot of where things stand.

Canadian teams split the night between relief, missed chances, and quiet statements. Some grabbed control. Others let it slip.

Maple Leafs rally, Canadiens stumble, Canucks shut out, Oilers hit milestones, Flames fight—Canada’s teams delivered drama on Dec. 17.

Draisaitl hits 1,000, McDavid dazzles—can the Oilers turn this kind of star power into a long streak of wins?

How do you break through when Jesper Wallstedt is standing on his head? Edmonton felt the frustration against a hot Wild goalie.

Can the Canadiens tighten their details after getting exposed by Colorado’s rush game, or was this loss just a bump in an otherwise solid stretch?

Why does this Oilers season feel so different—can Knoblauch’s patience carry them, or are goaltending and defense problems too big to ignore?

Was this classic first-game-home letdown for the Oilers, or a sign of real trouble ahead?

The Edmonton Oilers battle back every night, but small mistakes keep costing them—can they fix the leaks before it becomes a season-long problem?

Why did the Oilers lose their footing after a strong start in Buffalo — and what does this stumble say about where their game is really at?

Five Canadian teams, five intense games: wins, heartbreaks, overtime thrills, and the stars who made the difference. Who came out on top?

McDavid and Draisaitl refused to let another one slip. Did the Oilers just turn a corner in Carolina?

McDavid and Draisaitl lead the Oilers’ push, but early deficits and defensive lapses let Columbus slip past 5-4 in a tight, thrilling game.

Are the Oilers finally finding real chemistry—or just catching a hot streak before the blender starts again?