But his defensive prowess has also been strong. It was on full display in Game 4 when he was on Golden Knights center Jack Eichel ’s hip pocket all night in a 3-0 win on Monday. And it’s given the Oilers a chance to close out the series in Game 5 at T-Mobile Arena on Wednesday (9:30 p.m. ET; ESPN, SN, TVAS, CBC).

The Edmonton Oilers have done a very good job of finishing off playoff series when leading during the Connor McDavid era. Since their first playoff run with McDavid and Draisaitl back in 2017, they’ve made a habit of finishing off opponents at the first opportunity.

The Los Angeles Kings hired Hall of Fame hockey executive Ken Holland as their general manager. LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings hired Hall of Fame hockey executive Ken Holland as their general manager on Wednesday.

The Carolina Hurricanes and Edmonton Oilers are one win away from their respective conference finals. Carolina once again took care of business against the Washington Capitals on Monday night with a home Game 4 victory.

Hall of Fame executive Ken Holland appears set to become the next general manager of the Kings, according to a Wednesday afternoon report from Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic. Holland, 69, most recently served as Edmonton's general manager before his contract expired in June 2024.

As the Oilers battle in the playoffs, a potential blockbuster offseason move is brewing. Reportedly, Edmonton is eyeing Florida Panthers' defenseman Aaron Ekblad, valued around $60 million, to fortify their defensive lineup.

With most seasons coming to an end shortly here lets take a quick look at the remaining prospects within the Edmonton Oilers system that are still playing games.