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The Oilers’ first period and sloppy puck management sunk them, fall 5-4 to Kings in OT

The Oilers kicked off their first-round matchup with the Kings on a high note on Monday, dominating the game to the tune of a 7-4 final score, and the boys were looking to do it again last night in Game 2.

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Oilers Haunted by History in Game 2 Overtime Loss to Kings

Rogers Place was rocking on Monday (April 22), when the Edmonton Oilers ended their 34-year drought of not winning Game 1 of a playoff series on home ice, by defeating the Los Angeles Kings 7-4 in the opening contest of their best-of-seven Western Conference Round 1 series.

Dylan Holloway News / Oilersnation / 2 hours ago

Two goals from Dylan Holloway not enough for Oilers

If game one couldn’t have been drawn up any better, game two couldn’t have been drawn up any worse for the Edmonton Oilers. Wednesday night’s 5-4 overtime loss to the Kings went about as poorly as one could imagine for the Oilers.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / 1 hour ago

Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings | Game 2, Round 1 Recap | 4/24/2024

On Wednesday night, the Edmonton Oilers hosted the LA Kings for Game 2 of Round 1 at Rogers Place in downtown Edmonton, Alberta. The teams began the game with the same line combinations from Game 1, with Stuart Skinner and Cam Talbot as the goaltenders.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / 7 minutes ago

Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard joins elite postseason company

One of the best defensemen in the NHL, Evan Bouchard has been even better in the postseason to begin his career.

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NHL News / Bleacher Nation / 5 hours ago

Oilers vs. Kings NHL Playoffs First Round Game 3 Prediction: Picks, Live Odds and Moneyline – Friday, April 26, 2024

The Edmonton Oilers are moderate favorites (-130) away at the Los Angeles Kings (+110) on Friday at 10:30 PM ET. Oilers vs. Kings Favorite, Moneyline, Total Favorite: Oilers (-130) Underdog: Kings (+110) Total: 6 Best Oilers vs.

NHL News / Yardbarker / 6 hours ago

Watch: Anze Kopitar's OT goal lifts Kings over Oilers to tie series

The Kings' 36-year-old captain also had two assists.

Instant Reaction: Bounces favour Kings in Game 2 5-4 OT win over Oilers

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NHL News / Oilersnation / 2 hours ago

Instant Reaction: Bounces favour Kings in Game 2 5-4 OT win over Oilers

Well, that’s not what you want to see, as the Edmonton Oilers fell 5-4 in overtime after trailing 2-0, 3-1, and 4-3 in Game 2 against the Kings. With the loss, the series is tied at one, with Game 3 heading back to Los Angeles.

Corey Perry News / NHL Trade Talk / 14 hours ago

Oilers’ Corey Perry Praised for Savvy Playoff Game Management

Corey Perry may be a rookie on the Edmonton Oilers roster, but he’s certainly not a rookie in the NHL. No active player in the league has played more playoff

Zach Hyman News / NHL Trade Talk / 17 hours ago

Zach Hyman Playoff Hat-Trick Just The Tip of What’s Next

Zach Hyman of the Edmonton Oilers made waves on Monday night, securing his first NHL Playoff hat trick in a stunning opening night win over the Los Angeles Kings.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 18 hours ago

G2+ Game Notes: Oilers look to continue Game 2 success

Home teams went 7-1 in game ones of the first round. And so far, home teams are 3-3 in game twos with Dallas and Edmonton playing tonight. Prior to Monday’s victory, the Oilers were 1-8 in game ones during the Connor McDavid era.

NHL News / Yardbarker / 10 hours ago

NHL bets: Three prop plays for Wednesday's playoff action

We've got three games on our hands tonight in the hockey world, but our preference is out West with a pair of Game 2s that should offer us plenty of betting value.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / 1 hour ago

Oilers News & Rumors: Kane, Kostin, McDavid, Henrique

In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, the team took a 1-0 series lead over the Los Angeles Kings with the big guns showing up in a major way. Can they win another in Game 2?

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 23

Edmonton Oilers one of 11 teams carrying cap overages into 2024-25 season

The Edmonton Oilers will be one of nearly a dozen teams who will carry salary cap overages into the 2024-25 season. As confirmed by Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli and CapFriendly, the Oilers themselves will carry the largest overage, up to $3.45-million.

Evander Kane News / NHL Trade Talk / April 23

Oilers’ Journalist Accuses Evander Kane of Unnecessary Drama

Perhaps drama is unavoidable when it comes to the Edmonton Oilers when the fan base is as passionate as the fan base is. Or, the latest issue could be a notoriously dramatic member of the media weaving more storylines for the sake of attention.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / April 23

The Edmonton Oilers came out swinging big in Game 1 against Kings

The Edmonton Oilers came out flying in their first-round series against the Los Angeles Kings. In Game 1 on Monday, Edmonton racked up 45 shots, got out to a 4-0 lead in the second period, and rolled their way to a 7-4 victory on home ice. Connor McDavid had five assists.

Connor McDavid News / ClutchPoints / April 23

Oilers’ Connor McDavid accomplishes playoff feat not seen since 1998

The floodgates were open early and often for the Edmonton Oilers in Game 1 of their Western Conference first-round series against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night, culminating in a convincing 7-4 win in front of a raucous crowd at Rogers Place in Alberta.

Philip Broberg News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 22

Oilers recall former eighth overall pick

The Edmonton Oilers have recalled the defenseman from the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 22

Oilers Sit Connor Brown and Derek Ryan in Game 1 vs. Kings

The Edmonton Oilers have confirmed their starting lineup versus the Los Angeles Kings for Game 1 of their Western Conference first-round series. Evander Kane and Dylan Holloway are in, Derek Ryan and Connor Brown are out.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 22

Oilers Lack Momentum Going Into Series Against Kings

Through the first two days of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the home team has won every game. According to Sportsnet Stats, this is postseason history that the home team has gone unbeaten in the first six Game 1s played in the opening round of the NHL Playoffs.

Evander Kane News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 21