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Oilers in a Great (but Dangerous) Position
Edmonton’s performance was a dominating one throughout game 3. They can’t let up on the gas now.
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Evander Kane’s Natural Hat Trick Powers Oilers To 4-1 Victory Over Listless Flames
Four goal second period pushes Oilers to 2-1 series lead in the Battle of Alberta
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GAME THREAD - 2022 BOA Game 3: Edmonton Oilers vs. Calgary Flames
Oilers pull out of Calgary with a split. Now at home, can they take a series lead?
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GAME RECAP: Oilers 5, Flames 3
Edmonton overcame a rough start, a disallowed goal, and a quick whistle on another to even the series with a huge, massive win in Calgary.
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Smith Controls Oilers Fortunes
After a rocky game 1, Mike Smith put it together to help shut the door in game 2. Can he keep it up?
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GAME THREAD - 2022 BOA Game 2: Edmonton Oilers @ Calgary Flames
After a wild game 1, the Oilers hope to head home with a split.
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GAME THREAD - 2022 BOA Game 1: Edmonton Oilers @ Calgary Flames
Let the battle begin.
Pickin’ Winners: Battle Of Alberta Edition
Who wins the playoff edition of the BOA? Our staff weighs in.
Finding The Right Fit
As the Edmonton Oilers prepare to take on the Calgary Flame in what will be the first playoff Battle of Alberta in over three decades, head coach Jay Woodcroft will have to find a forward rotation that can be effective against their provincial rival.
Copper & Blue Podcast — The Battle of Alberta (Playoff Edition)
Preston, Shona & Rob set up what is sure to be a crazy Battle of Alberta Playoff
Flames And Oilers Series Preview: 5 Questions With Matchsticks And Gasoline
The Flames aren’t going to win this series but I ask Mark over at Matchsticks about the Flames anyway
Bring On The Calgary Flames
A matchup 31 years in the making. Are you ready?
Series Win A Great Big Step For Oilers
Fans enjoy only second series win since 2006 Cup run
GAME RECAP: Edmonton Oilers 2, LA Kings 0
The #Oilers were full value for their 2-0 victory on the back of another wonderful performance from their captain, Connor McDavid.
GAME THREAD: Edmonton Oilers vs Los Angeles Kings (GAME 7)
It all comes down to this...
Copper & Blue Podcast: Game 7 Preview
Preston & Rob recap the series to date and sets up the penultimate Game 7
GAME PREVIEW - GAME 7: Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings
All the marbles in this one.
Home ice disadvantage
Couple issues the Oilers coaching staff will need to address heading into game seven against the Kings.
McDavid’s Stellar Performance Sets The Stage For Game Seven
In what was a must-win situation for the Edmonton Oilers, Connor McDavid went out and delivered a virtuoso performance in helping his team force a Game Seven in their first round series with the Los Angeles Kings.
Oilers Force Game 7
A razor thin matchup ends with Edmonton forcing a decisive Game 7
GAME THREAD - GAME 6: Edmonton Oilers @ Los Angeles Kings
Oilers load up the top line in the hopes of getting to game 7.
Darnell Nurse Suspended One Game For Headbutt
Nurse will sit Game 6 for headbutting LA’s Phillip Danault in Game 5
The Effort Is There, The Execution Is Not
With the Edmonton Oilers on the brink of yet another early playoff exit, they need a shift in mind-set. Contrary to popular belief, this has nothing to do with a lack of effort and everything to do with the coaching staff and players forgetting what is actually important.
GAME RECAP: Oilers 4, Kings 5 (OT)
The Oilers needed a response in what was essentially a must-win game and required Connor McDavid’s best work to get to OT, only to lose 72 seconds into extra time.
GAME THREAD - GAME 5: Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings
Momentum will be with tonight’s winner heading into Thursday. Can the Oilers get back to scoring goals?
GAME PREVIEW - GAME 5: Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings
Zero goals in game 4 make this a best of 3 game series starting tonight.
Pulse Check
Digging into the first four games of the series against the Los Angeles Kings to see what’s going well for the Edmonton Oilers, and what the areas of concern are.
Give Us Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Jesse Puljujarvi
With the Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings now tied at two games apiece in their first round series, the time for Jay Woodcroft to put Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Jesse Puljujarvi together has arrived.
GAME 4 RECAP: Los Angeles 4, Edmonton 0
Tempers boil over late as Kings take advantage of sloppy Oilers to even series
GAME THREAD - Game 4: Edmonton Oilers @ Los Angeles Kings
Oilers look to put Kings on the ropes with a win tonight
Timing Is Everything
Oiler fans have gotten a taste of Markus Niemelainen this season. What’s his ceiling? Glad you asked.
Oilers Offence Ready For Prime Time
Since the Stanley Cup Playoffs began, the Edmonton Oilers offence has been clicking on all cylinders. If they haven’t already taken notice, the rest of the Western Conference would be wise to sit up and start paying attention.
The SuperFan Podcast – Episode 43 – Dennis King (@dkingbh)
Joined by Dennis King (@dkingbh) to discuss the Edmonton Oilers first round series against the Los Angeles Kings, what’s gone well in the first three games, and what to keep an eye on. We also shared our thoughts on the Oilers upcoming off-season, what to do with Evander Kane and how the Oilers might handle Jesse Puljujärvi’s next contract. We also discussed the potential roster options for next season, including the prospects that could push for spots and which free agents the Oilers might be targeting.
GAME RECAP: Oilers 8 (YES, EIGHT) - Kings 2
The Edmonton Oilers backed up their thorough beating of the LA Kings on Wednesday night with another thorough beating of the LA Kings on Friday night.
GAME THREAD - GAME 3: Edmonton Oilers @ Los Angeles Kings
Oilers can take control of the series with a win tonight in LA
CBC Radio Active: Oilers, Kings, goaltending, Kane and more
I joined Rod Kurtz on CBC Radio Active to preview games 3 and 4 of the Oilers series against the Kings. We also touched on the play of Mike Smith, and the depth players. We also discussed Evander Kane's performance and if the Oilers should consider signing him to a long term contract.
GAME PREVIEW - GAME 3 Edmonton Oilers @ Los Angeles Kings
A big win for Edmonton splits the series at 1-all, can they keep that energy up for game 3 in LA?