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Mattias Ekholm Fantasy Stats

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Edmonton Oilers

Defenseman #14

Healthy
Height / Weight 6'4"  /  211 lbs.
Date of Birth (Age) May 24, 1990 (36)
ESPN Eligible D

2026-27 Rankings

Current D22

Season Stats

SCORING
SEASON TEAM POS GP FPTS GS G A PTS SOG SH% PPG SHG HAT BLK PIM +/-
2011-12NASD22.0000010.000030-1
2012-13NASD10.00000000000-1
2013-14NASD6073.00189541.90005210-6
2014-15NASD80137.0071118868.110010252+12
2015-16NASD82191.50926351157.821010644+14
2016-17NASD82164.045320231202.500010834+4
2017-18NASD81205.0431024341357.451011746+25
2018-19NASD80224.531836441465.520010747+27
2019-20NASD68567.032825331545.201010032-1
2020-21NASD48371.828617231105.50004614+19
2021-22NASD76529.365625311454.10009644+14
2022-23EDMD78540.217923321356.700010428+28
2023-24EDMD79660.9401134451776.22109347+44
2024-25EDMD65543.538924331436.33009530+11
2025-26EDMD82597.041635411314.600112530+32
2026-27EDMD16108.0113581816.70001516+21
Career 980 4914.7 391 96 313 409 1670 5.7 15 4 1 1269 474 +242

Game Log

SCORING
TEAM OPP POS FPTS GS G A PTS SOG SH% PPG SHG HAT BLK PIM +/-
Oct 15, 2026 EDMUTAD5.6100020.000022+1
Oct 17, 2026 EDMUTAD7.8101110.000010+3
Oct 20, 2026 EDMMIND2.8100010.0000120
Oct 22, 2026 EDMCARD0.01000000000-1
Oct 28, 2026 EDMCGYD14.30101333.300010+1
Oct 31, 2026 EDMNYID5.00011000000+2
Nov 1, 2026 EDMNYRD8.4000010.000030+1
Nov 3, 2026 EDMNJD9.5001130.000000+1
Nov 5, 2026 EDMANAD11.1101110.0000200
Nov 7, 2026 EDMVAND11.311011100.000010+1
Last 10 75.8 6 2 4 6 13 15.4 0 0 0 11 4 +9

Mattias Ekholm News

Mattias Ekholm  • D  •  Oilers

Mattias Ekholm Cleared to Play Against Flames

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (concussion) is ready to rejoin the lineup on Wednesday night against Calgary. He has sat out two games after sustaining a concussion last week. Ekholm has appeared in 10 games this season, recording three points (one goal, two assists), nine SOG, eight blocks, and five hits. He's also among the league leaders with a plus-15 rating. The Swedish veteran will skate in his usual spot on the first defensive pairing and join the second power-play unit. His return will push Jake Walman out of the lineup.
Oct 28   
Mattias Ekholm  • D  •  Oilers

Mattias Ekholm to Miss at Least One Week

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) is expected to miss at least one week, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports. The Swedish veteran was injured in Thursday's 6-5 shootout win over Carolina. So far in 2026-27, Ekholm has been quiet. In 10 games, he's recorded three points (one goal, two assists), nine SOG, eight blocks, and five hits. However, he leads all defensemen in the league with a plus-15 rating. Ekholm's steady defense has allowed his partner, Evan Bouchard, to shine offensively. Bouchard's game might suffer with a new partner. Jake Walman is set to move up in the lineup, with Shakir Mukhamadullin filling the gap on the back end.
Oct 23   
Mattias Ekholm  • D  •  Oilers

Oilers Sign Mattias Ekholm to Three-Year Extension

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm can celebrate a three-year extension ahead of Wednesday's season opener against the Calgary Flames. The deal, which starts with the 2026-27 season, is worth $12 million. Ekholm will take a significant pay cut with his new deal, as his current contract has a $6.25 million cap hit. The Swedish veteran will begin his third full season with the Oilers. He posted 33 points (nine goals, 24 assists) in 65 games last term, firing off 143 shots and blocking 95 attempts from the opposition. With better health, Ekholm could once again become a 40-point scorer in 2025-26.
Oct 8, 2025   
Mattias Ekholm  • D  •  Oilers

Mattias Ekholm Logs Two Assists in Comeback Victory

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm posted two assists in Thursday's 5-4 overtime win in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals against the Florida Panthers. He played a crucial role in an incredible Oilers comeback, as the team entered the first intermission down 3-0. Darnell Nurse scored off Ekholm's feed in the second period, and his second assist came in overtime when Leon Draisaitl ended the game. Ekholm was late to the party, not making his postseason debut until Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, but he has not needed much time to pick up form. The Swedish blue-liner has tallied five points (one goal, four assists) in as many games, firing off nine attempts on goal and blocking 11 shots.
Jun 13, 2025   
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Mattias Ekholm Collects an Assist in Postseason Debut

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm put in a fine performance in his first postseason outing of the year in Thursday's 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars, finishing the contest with one assist, two blocks, two penalty minutes, and a plus-two rating. Taking the ice for only the second time in over two months, Ekholm logged 15:52 of ice time, including 50 seconds on the penalty kill. He picked up his assist 14:28 into the second period as Connor McDavid scored the game-winning goal on a breakaway. During the regular season, Ekholm averaged over 22 minutes of playing time next to Evan Bouchard on the top defensive pairing, and his ice time is sure to rise in the Finals against the Florida Panthers. Last year, Ekholm finished the Finals against Florida with three points (one goal, two assists), 16 shots, 19 blocks, and 10 hits in seven games.
May 30, 2025   
Mattias Ekholm  • D  •  Oilers

Mattias Ekholm Returns to Action Thursday

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) is set to make his first postseason appearance of the year in Thursday's Game 5 against the Dallas Stars. Ekholm has effectively missed two months of action, having played only 1:52 on April 11 against the San Jose Sharks since suffering an undisclosed injury on March 26. He returned to practice at the start of last week. "I feel like I'm ready, I feel like I can play," Ekholm said Thursday morning. "I haven't played in a while, so it'll be a bit of an adjustment, but I feel great. I don't think I'm playing 26 minutes, but I do think I'm ready to play somewhat of a normal role." Ekholm, who notched 33 points (nine goals, 24 assists) with 95 blocks in 65 regular-season appearances, will join Evan Bouchard on Edmonton's first defensive pairing, replacing Troy Stecher in the lineup.
May 29, 2025   
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Mattias Ekholm Out on Tuesday

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) will not return to the lineup for Tuesday's Game 4 against the Dallas Stars. On Monday, Ekholm felt good after practice, and there was a possibility that he would make his first postseason appearance in Tuesday's contest, but he will sit out at least one more game. Game 5 will take place on Thursday night, allowing Ekholm a few more days to recover from an undisclosed injury that has kept him sidelined since April 11. Troy Stecher will likely make way in the lineup once Ekholm is ready to return.
May 27, 2025   
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Mattias Ekholm Could Be an Option for Game 4 Against Stars

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) appears to be on the cusp of returning to the lineup. "I'm feeling great, a lot better than I thought I would at this point," Ekholm said Monday. "I feel really good, that's pretty much what I can say at this point. I think it's imminent, I think it's going to be soon at least and whether it's tomorrow or the next game or whatever it is. I'm happy with my body and happy with how I feel and really excited where the team is at and how they're playing." The veteran rearguard last played on April 11, marking his only appearance over the past two months. Ekholm may join the lineup as Connor Brown's (undisclosed) replacement, skating as a seventh defenseman to lighten his workload after the lengthy injury layoff.
May 26, 2025   
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Mattias Ekholm Expected to Remain Out Wednesday

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) has traveled with the team but is not expected to play in Games 1 and 2 against the Dallas Stars in the Western Conference Finals. The Swedish rearguard has sat out 21 of Edmonton's last 22 games but is nearing his return. Ekholm joined his teammates for a full practice on Monday. However, it appears he will need a little more practice time before he is ready to rejoin the lineup. Troy Stecher could be the odd man out in the Oilers defense once Ekholm is back up to speed and available to return.
May 21, 2025   
Mattias Ekholm  • D  •  Oilers

Mattias Ekholm Expected to Miss Two More Games

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) is expected to return to action during the Western Conference Finals but will not be ready for the first couple of games. "He's day to day and I'm not anticipating him being ready for Game 1 or 2," Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch said Friday. "But we're optimistic that maybe some time in the third round, he will join us." Edmonton has made it all the way to the West Finals without Ekholm making a single postseason appearance. He has played only once since March 26. When he is ready to return, the Swedish veteran will add experience and two-way quality to the lineup. Ekholm finished the regular season with 33 points (nine goals, 24 assists), 143 shots, and 95 blocks in 65 games.
May 16, 2025   
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Mattias Ekholm Could Be Available For Conference Finals

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) might be ready to rejoin the lineup when the team makes it past the Vegas Golden Knights into the Western Conference Finals. "Mattias has been on the ice for light skates," Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch said Tuesday. "He will not be joining us this series. We're hopeful that he can join us next series if we can get to that." The Swedish veteran has played in only one game since March 26, missing time due to an undisclosed injury. The Oilers have enjoyed a good postseason run without him and need only one more victory to defeat the Golden Knights, but Ekholm would add a lot to the team. He finished the regular season with 33 points (nine goals, 24 assists), 143 shots, and 92 blocks in 65 games, averaging 22:12 of ice time.
May 13, 2025   
Mattias Ekholm  • D  •  Oilers

Mattias Ekholm Out For Round 2

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) will remain out for Round 2 of the playoffs. The Swedish veteran has participated in just one game since March 26, missing the entire first round against the Los Angeles Kings. He will need the Oilers to get back to the Western Conference Finals to have a chance to return to game action this season. Edmonton's defense has struggled without Ekholm in the postseason, as the team has allowed four goals per game. Improvements are necessary in the second round against the Vegas Golden Knights. Evan Bouchard has once again been the standout performer at the back for the Oilers, recording seven points (four goals, three assists) in six games. He is one of three defensemen averaging over 21 minutes of ice time for Edmonton, along with Darnell Nurse and Brett Kulak.
May 3, 2025   
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Mattias Ekholm To Miss First Round Of Playoffs

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Round 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Last week, Ekholm returned to the lineup from a seven-game absence but lasted less than two minutes in a 4-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks, aggravating an undisclosed ailment he has been dealing with for some time. The Swedish rearguard finished the regular season with 33 points (nine goals, 24 assists) in 65 games, averaging 22:12 of ice time. Edmonton is also without Jake Walman (undisclosed) and has lost Troy Stecher (undisclosed) ahead of Monday's tilt against the Los Angeles Kings, leaving the blue line thin.
Apr 14, 2025   
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Mattias Ekholm May Miss Rest Of The Year

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) won't play in Sunday's contest against the Winnipeg Jets and could be done for the rest of the season, including the playoffs. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman has reported that the Oilers are preparing for the possibility that Ekholm will not return this year. Speaking to reporters on Sunday morning, Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch said that Ekholm is seeking to get a second opinion on his injury. "Right now, it doesn't look like Mattias will be joining us immediately," Knoblauch said. Ekholm has had several stints on the sidelines during the second half of the season. He has finished the regular-season campaign with 33 points (nine goals, 24 assists), 143 shots, and 95 blocks in 65 games. Cam Dineen, who was recalled from the AHL on Saturday, is likely to take over Ekholm's spot in the lineup on Sunday.
Apr 13, 2025   
Mattias Ekholm  • D  •  Oilers

Mattias Ekholm Available Friday Night

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) will rejoin the lineup on Friday against the San Jose Sharks. He has been cleared to return after missing seven games due to an undisclosed injury. Following Connor McDavid's comeback on Wednesday against the St. Louis Blues, Ekholm is the second key player to return from injury for the Oilers ahead of the postseason. The team also hopes to have Leon Draisaitl (undisclosed) back before the end of the regular season. Ekholm will team up with Ty Emberson on the second defensive pairing and is set to skate with the second power-play unit. The Swedish rearguard has totaled 33 points (nine goals, 24 assists) in 64 contests, along with 143 shots and 95 blocks.
Apr 11, 2025   
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Mattias Ekholm Out Against Flames

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's game against the Calgary Flames. The Swedish blue-liner came out of the lineup on Thursday against the Seattle Kraken and is not ready to return, missing a second consecutive game due to an undisclosed injury. This is the second time Ekholm has been forced to miss multiple games this month due to an injury, which must be worrying for the Oilers. However, there is still a bit to go until the postseason, giving Ekholm time to get healthy. Troy Stecher will get an opportunity to skate on the second defensive pairing in Saturday's game, while Ty Emberson will come into the lineup as John Klingberg's replacement.
Mar 29, 2025   
Mattias Ekholm  • D  •  Oilers

Mattias Ekholm Cleared For Tuesday's Contest

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) will return to the starting lineup on Tuesday evening to face the Utah Hockey Club. Ekholm has missed the previous six contests due to this injury. Fantasy managers should expect the 34-year-old to return to his role on the top pairing alongside Evan Bouchard. Over his previous nine contests, Ekholm scored one goal and added four helpers. During this stretch, Ekholm logged 17 shots on goal with 14 blocked shots. Through 60 total contests this season, the 34-year-old has found the back of the net eight times and added 19 helpers. Ekholm has logged 39 hits with 86 blocked shots. Ekholm carries more value in formats that reward hits and blocks but is a risky play in DFS, given his low-scoring upside.
Mar 18, 2025   
Mattias Ekholm  • D  •  Oilers

Mattias Ekholm To Miss Three-Game Road Trip

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) is likely to miss three more games. He has already been sidelined for three games and will miss at least a few additional contests, as the Swedish veteran did not travel with the team for a three-game road trip. The positive news for the team is that John Klingberg (undisclosed) has joined the trip. He could be ready to jump into the lineup on Thursday against the New Jersey Devils. If not, Troy Stecher will likely continue to play. Stecher ended a 16-game barren spell with an assist in Monday's 3-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres.
Mar 13, 2025   
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Mattias Ekholm Remains Out Monday

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) will miss a third consecutive game on Monday against the Buffalo Sabres. He is nursing a minor injury and has been battling an illness. With Ekholm out, Jake Walman will join Evan Bouchard on the first defensive pairing for Monday's game. Following his arrival from San Jose, Walman debuted with the Oilers on Saturday against the Dallas Stars. It was a busy night for him with one assist, three shots, three blocks, and two hits across 24:40 of ice time. Skating alongside Darnell Nurse, Walman registered a plus-three rating against the Stars, but he will be trusted with a new partner in defense on Monday.
Mar 10, 2025   
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Mattias Ekholm, John Klingberg Out Against Canadiens

Edmonton Oilers defensemen Mattias Ekholm (illness) and John Klingberg (undisclosed) will not play in Thursday's showdown against the Montreal Canadiens. Both players missed Wednesday's practice and will come out of the lineup for at least one game. Troy Stecher and Cam Dineen will fill the gaps on the blue line, with Darnell Nurse and Brett Kulak moving up in the lineup. Dineen will make his Oilers debut on Thursday. The 26-year-old has previously skated in 34 games in the big league with the Arizona Coyotes, posting seven assists. He has flashed some offensive upside in the minors this season, leading all defensemen on the Bakersfield Condors roster with five goals and 24 assists over 45 AHL games.
Mar 6, 2025   
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