Edmonton Oilers: Quick Facts

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Bouchard scores in OT to lift the Oilers past the Flyers, 3-2 • Nov. 12, 2026, 12:11 AM ET (AP)

Journeyman goalie Matt Tomkins stars for the Oilers in just his seventh NHL start • Nov. 1, 2026, 9:49 PM ET (AP)

Jarry makes 24 saves in the Oilers' 4-0 victory over the Flames • Oct. 28, 2026, 11:52 PM ET (AP)

Nylander scores twice to reach 300 NHL goals as Maple Leafs rout Oilers 7-2 • Oct. 25, 2026, 12:50 AM ET (AP)

McDavid scores twice and has 3 assists in the Oilers' 6-5 shootout victory over the Hurricanes • Oct. 23, 2026, 12:20 AM ET (AP)

Facts

Awards And Honors	Stanley Cup (1990) • Stanley Cup (1988) • Stanley Cup (1987) • Stanley Cup (1985) • Stanley Cup (1984)
Date	1972 - present
Headquarters	Edmonton
Areas Of Involvement	ice hockey
Related People	Connor McDavid • Wayne Gretzky • Jacques Plante

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