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Jake Walman • D • Oilers

Jake Walman Still Out Tuesday

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Jake Walman (undisclosed) will miss a fourth consecutive game on Tuesday against the Minnesota Wild. He is expected to return later this week, with Edmonton facing Seattle on Thursday and Winnipeg on Saturday night. Walman has had a decent campaign with the Oilers, amassing 10 points (three goals, seven assists) and 31 blocks in 17 appearances. However, he was a non-factor offensively in 10 of his 11 outings in November. Ty Emberson has played regularly during Walman's absence, registering assists in back-to-back games.

2 days ago

Stuart Skinner • G • Oilers

Stuart Skinner Bounces Back With Shutout

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner recorded his second shutout of the season in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Seattle Kraken, stopping 26 pucks. Edmonton's No. 1 badly needed this one after getting pulled last time out against the Dallas Stars and finishing with a 12.14 goals-against average. Goaltending has once again been an issue for the Oilers, as Skinner has gone 9-7-3 across 19 starts. He has a 3.00 goals-against average and a .885 save percentage. Before Saturday's matchup, Skinner had recorded a save percentage below .900 in three of his last four appearances. The 27-year-old has won back-to-back starts only once this season, highlighting his lack of consistency.

4 days ago

Jake Walman • D • Oilers

Jake Walman Sidelined for Third Consecutive Game

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Jake Walman (undisclosed) will sit out a third consecutive game on Saturday against the Seattle Kraken. The versatile rearguard sustained an undisclosed injury in a matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning last week. Walman is among nine Oilers players with double-digit points for the season. In 17 outings, he has contributed three goals and seven assists. Additionally, Walman averages close to two blocks per game. Ty Emberson has seen regular action during Walman's absence, posting an assist in Tuesday's 8-3 loss to the Dallas Stars.

5 days ago

Jack Roslovic • C • Oilers

Jack Roslovic to Miss Two Weeks

Edmonton Oilers forward Jack Roslovic (undisclosed) has been ruled out for two weeks. He will exit the lineup for Saturday's clash against the Seattle Kraken. Roslovic has been Edmonton's third-best goal-scorer this season, lighting the lamp 10 times with 53 shots. Additionally, he has posted eight assists in 23 games. Fortunately for the Oilers, they will have Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (undisclosed) back in the mix on Saturday. Still, Roslovic will be missed, and his absence marks another setback for the team during a frustrating campaign. Matt Savoie will continue to skate on the first line Saturday, looking to record his first career three-game point streak.

5 days ago

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins • C • Oilers

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins to Return Saturday

Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (undisclosed) will be back in action on Saturday against the Seattle Kraken. He has missed nine games due to an undisclosed injury. Nugent-Hopkins' return will be a welcome boost for the 10-10-5 Oilers. The veteran is averaging a point per game for the season, sitting on five goals and 11 assists in 16 outings. He has practiced on the third line this week and will join Edmonton's first power-play unit. Most of Nugent-Hopkins' points this season have come with the man advantage, as he has tallied two goals and seven assists on the power play. Seattle has the NHL's third-worst penalty-killing percentage, which could help Nugent-Hopkins make a big impact in Saturday's matchup.

5 days ago

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins • C • Oilers

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Expected to Return on Saturday

Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (undisclosed) will remain out on Tuesday against the Dallas Stars but is expected to rejoin the lineup later this week. On Monday, Nugent-Hopkins practiced for the first time since sustaining an undisclosed injury in a loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Nov. 9. He will miss a ninth consecutive game on Tuesday, but Nugent-Hopkins looks set to return to the lineup for Saturday's tilt against the Seattle Kraken. Nugent-Hopkins has averaged a point per game in 16 outings this season, posting five goals and 11 assists. Once he is cleared to play, Nugent-Hopkins will be in contention for a top-six role and a spot on the first power-play unit.

Nov 25

Jake Walman • D • Oilers

Jake Walman to Remain Out Tuesday

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Jake Walman (undisclosed) will miss a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Dallas Stars, Tony Brar of Oilers TV reports. He is considered day-to-day with an undisclosed injury. During his first full season with the Oilers, Walman has registered 10 points (three goals, seven assists), 23 shots, and 31 blocks in 17 games. His next chance to return will be on Saturday night against the Seattle Kraken. Ty Emberson is expected to stay in the lineup on Tuesday, but he lacks significant fantasy value.

Nov 24

Jake Walman • D • Oilers

Jake Walman Out Saturday

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Jake Walman (lower body) will miss Saturday's Stanley Cup Finals rematch against the Florida Panthers. He has been ruled out for the game due to a lower-body injury. Walman is stuck in a six-game scoring drought, but he has been solid overall this season. Through 17 appearances, Walman has recorded 10 points (three goals, seven assists), 23 shots, and 31 blocks. The Oilers have previously played with seven defensemen, meaning forward Connor Clattenburg will come into the lineup as Walman's replacement on Saturday. The 20-year-old will make his NHL debut on the fourth line. Clattenburg is expected to bring energy and physicality to the lineup, but he has no fantasy value.

Nov 22

Curtis Lazar • C • Oilers

Curtis Lazar to Miss at Least Three Games

Edmonton Oilers center Curtis Lazar (upper body) will exit the lineup for Wednesday's tilt against the Washington Capitals and is expected to miss at least three games. The Oilers have three more stops left on a seven-game road trip before returning home. Lazard has recorded one goal and 19 hits in nine appearances this term. Noah Philp (upper body) has also been ruled out for the rest of the road trip, forcing Edmonton to go with 11 forwards and seven defensemen on Wednesday night due to cap restrictions. Ty Emberson will come into the lineup after being a healthy scratch for three games.

Nov 19

Zach Hyman • LW • Oilers

Zach Hyman Set for Season Debut Saturday

Edmonton Oilers winger Zach Hyman (wrist) is expected to make his season debut on Saturday against the Carolina Hurricanes. He has missed Edmonton's first 19 games due to a dislocated wrist he suffered during the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Last season, Hyman had a down year with 44 points (27 goals, 17 assists) in 73 games. However, he is expected to make a significant impact once back in the lineup. To accommodate Hyman on the first line, Matthew Savoie will likely have to move down in the lineup on Saturday.

Nov 14

Matt Savoie • C • Oilers

Matt Savoie Collects Two Assists Wednesday

Edmonton Oilers forward Matt Savoie helped to set up both goals in Wednesday's 2-1 overtime victory against the Philadelphia Flyers. His efforts allowed Evan Bouchard to open the scoring in the first frame, and Savoie registered the only assist when Jack Roslovic finished the game 1:19 into the extra period. This was Savoie's first multi-point outing in the National Hockey League. Sitting on four points (one goal, three assists) through 18 games, Savoie has done very little to impress in 2025-26. However, he currently holds additional fantasy value as Connor McDavid's linemate. That might change on Thursday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets if Zach Hyman (wrist) is ready for his season debut.

Nov 13

Zach Hyman • LW • Oilers

Zach Hyman Nearing Season Debut

Edmonton Oilers winger Zach Hyman (wrist) will remain out on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Flyers but is expected to make his season debut this week. "Unfortunately, not ready for tonight," Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch said about Hyman's status on Wednesday morning. "Definitely sometime this week. Maybe tomorrow if we're really lucky, but definitely by Saturday." Edmonton completes a back-to-back on Thursday against Columbus and wraps up this week's schedule with a clash against Carolina on Saturday night. Hyman hasn't played since dislocating his wrist during the 2025 Stanley Cup Western Conference Finals. We will likely see Hyman on the top line and the first power-play unit as soon as he's ready to return.

Nov 12

Jake Walman • D • Oilers

Jake Walman Plays Key Role in Comeback Victory

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Jake Walman finished Monday's 5-4 overtime win against the Columbus Blue Jackets with three points. Walman scored Edmonton's first goal of the game, tying things at one late in the first period. Yet, the Oilers once again dug themselves a hole and needed to produce a big effort late in the contest to avoid another defeat. Luckily for them, Walman popped up with a short-handed goal inside the final minute of regulation to send the game into overtime. During the extra frame, Walman completed his three-point effort with an assist on Jack Roslovic's fourth goal of the year. This marked already the fourth multi-point effort of the season for Walman. Sitting on 10 points (three goals and seven assists) through 11 appearances, Walman boasts some impressive numbers. However, his offensive performance has been inconsistent, as Walman has finished most of his games (6) with zero points.

Nov 11

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins • C • Oilers

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins to Miss at Least One Week

Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (undisclosed) will be out of action for at least one week after the team placed him on Injured Reserve. The veteran has sustained an undisclosed injury, playing a season-low 14:50 in Saturday's embarrassing 9-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche. Nugent-Hopkins is the third-highest scoring Oilers this season, with 16 points (five goals, 11 assists) in as many appearances. However, he has struggled in even-strength situations, logging a minus-11 rating. With Nugent-Hopkins unavailable, Leon Draisaitl is expected to take on the second-line center role in Monday's matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Meanwhile, Matt Savoie will join Connor McDavid and Andrew Mangiapane on the first line.

Nov 10

Kasperi Kapanen • RW • Oilers

Kasperi Kapanen Targeting December Return

Edmonton Oilers right wing Kasperi Kapanen (undisclosed) is aiming to return to action in early December, the Oilers' play-by-play announcer Jack Michaels reports. The Finnish forward missed a 10th straight game on Saturday against the Colorado Avalanche. Prior to sustaining an undisclosed injury, Kapanen recorded two assists in six games this season and averaged nearly 2.7 hits. When Kapanen returns, he will likely be limited to a bottom-six role unless there are additional injuries to Edmonton's frontline. The team has been missing Zach Hyman (wrist) and Mattias Janmark (undisclosed) to start the season, but both players are expected to be back in the lineup by the time Kapanen returns.

Nov 9

Mattias Janmark • C • Oilers

Mattias Janmark Likely to Make Season Debut Monday

Edmonton Oilers forward Mattias Janmark (undisclosed) is on track to make his season debut on Monday against the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Oilers' play-by-play announcer Jack Michaels reports. After Friday's practice, Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch said that Janmark will "definitely" be activated from Injured Reserve before the team begins a seven-game road trip after Monday's contest. Janmark has never managed more than 34 points in a single NHL season and doesn't offer much fantasy value. But his return to the lineup could boost Edmonton's 81.8 percent penalty kill, which is currently ranked 12th in the league. Janmark finished the 2024-25 campaign with 18 points (two goals, 16 assists) in 80 games.

Nov 9

Zach Hyman • LW • Oilers

Zach Hyman to Remain Out Monday

Edmonton Oilers winger Zach Hyman (wrist) will remain out on Monday against the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Oilers' play-by-play announcer Jack Michaels reports. Hyman is nearing his season debut, but Monday's game will come too soon for him. His next opportunity to return will be on Thursday night against the Philadelphia Flyers. Jack Roslovic and Andrew Mangiapane have enjoyed top-six roles during Hyman's absence. Of the two players, Roslovic has been the better performer, and he skated on the top line with Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid on Saturday against the Colorado Avalanche, making him an attractive fantasy option.

Nov 9

Jack Roslovic • C • Oilers

Jack Roslovic Takes Point Streak to Four Games

Edmonton Oilers forward Jack Roslovic extended his point streak to four games with a couple of assists in Tuesday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Dallas Stars. Roslovic helped Edmonton grab a 2-0 lead just 7:07 into the game, delivering one even-strength and one power-play assist. The 28-year-old, who joined the Oilers right before the season started, currently skates on the second line and has been part of the top power-play unit. He's tallied eight points (three goals, five assists) in 13 contests. Zach Hyman's (wrist) eventual return will knock Roslovic down in the lineup, but he should be on fantasy radars while he's hot.

Nov 5

Connor McDavid • C • Oilers

Connor McDavid Surpasses 1,100 Career Points

Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid surpassed the 1,100-point mark with two assists in Monday's 3-2 loss against the St. Louis Blues. The Oilers captain reached 1,100 career regular-season points with a power-play assist late in the first period and produced another helper in an even-strength situation early in the season. Playing in his 726th career game, McDavid became the fourth-fastest player in history to reach 1,100 points. During his 11th year in the league, McDavid has amassed 19 points (three goals, 16 assists) in 14 contests. Five of his points have come in his first two November outings, a sign that the three-time MVP has found his stride after a somewhat slow start to the year.

Nov 4

Connor McDavid • C • Oilers

Connor McDavid Records Three Assists in Saturday's Win

Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid collected assists on all three goals on Saturday night as the team took down the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 in overtime. The Oilers captain was at risk of finishing with no points in back-to-back games for only the second time this calendar year. He made sure it didn't happen with a pair of power-play assists in the second period. McDavid then completed his hat trick off assists midway through the extra frame, helping Evan Bouchard secure two points for Edmonton. After 13 games in 2025-26, McDavid has accumulated 17 points (three goals and 14 assists). He needs just one more point to become the 69th player in NHL history to reach 1,100 regular-season points.

Nov 2

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