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On YouTubeEdmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 5
Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl may reach an even higher level in Round 2 against the Canucks
The Edmonton Oilers are set to face the Vancouver Canucks in an all-Canadian team matchup in Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The two franchises have only met three times in the postseason, and this will be the first time they’ve played each other since 1992.
NHL News / Oilersnation / 2 minutes ago
How Leon Draisaitl consistently elevates his performance in the playoffs
In Edmonton’s five-game series victory over the Los Angeles Kings, Leon Draisaitl was on ice for 18 of Edmonton’s 22 goals. That equates to 82 percent of Edmonton’s total offence.
Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / 20 hours ago
The Two-Way Play of Leon Draisaitl: a Defensive Game-Changer
Leon Draisaitl is often known for his deadly one-timers on the Edmonton Oilers powerplay, but another area where he truly shines is on the backcheck. While he takes criticism for the times he chooses to give his all on defense, each year, he has become a more well-rounded and complete player.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 3
Leon Draisaitl dominated Kings offensively and defensively
Leon Draisaitl is the most unique superstar in the NHL. No other superstar has the same combination of goal scoring prowess, point production, faceoff dominance and defensive zone starts.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 2
Beyond the Boxscore: Leon Draisaitl helps Oilers eliminate Kings
The Edmonton Oilers did what was needed to dispatch the Los Angeles Kings from the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs in just five games. Los Angeles never learned how to avoid penalty trouble against the speedy Oilers and the result was them giving their legendary power play numerous opportunities per night.
NBA News / Yardbarker / 22 hours ago
NBA playoffs: A pair of picks for Pacers and Knicks
We have a pair of Game 6s this evening in the NBA, and we'd like to attack them both, built on who we foresee winning.
Edmonton Oilers News / ClutchPoints / May 2
Leon Draisaitl makes eye-opening claim after Oilers eliminate Kings
For the third straight year, the Edmonton Oilers have knocked out the Los Angeles Kings in the first-round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Oilers got the job done on home ice in Game 5 on Wednesday night, beating their Pacific Division rivals 4-3 and advancing to face the winner of the Vancouver Canucks and Nashville Predators in Round 2.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 2
Every year the series gets shorter, Oilers send the Kings home in Game 5
The hardest game to win in any playoff series is the fourth one that knocks the other side into the off-season, and on Wednesday night at Rogers Place, the Edmonton Oilers had the chance to do precisely that when they returned home from L.A.
Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / May 2
Leon Draisaitl, Oilers eliminate Kings ... again
Leon Draisaitl scored twice as the host Edmonton Oilers eliminated the Los Angeles Kings with a 4-3 victory on Wednesday in Game 5 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series.
Edmonton Oilers News / Bleacher Report / May 2
Kings Eliminated by Oilers as NHL Fans Hail Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl Dominance 
For the third straight season, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl ensured the Los Angeles Kings didn't make it past the first round of the Stanley Cup…
NHL News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago
Oilers stars take over in second period to eliminate Kings
After an early second period goal from Blake Lizotte, it looked like the Los Angeles Kings might be on their way to making this series interesting, but the Edmonton Oilers' stars had other plans.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 1
'Source' Denies Rumor Draisaitl Leaving Oilers For Team Out East
A rumor surfaced this week that suggested an inside source close to Leon Draisaitl was told the center intended to leave the Edmonton Oilers at the end of his contract.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 1
Who are the Oilers and Kings’ drivers and drags through four games?
After four games with the Edmonton Oilers up 3-1 in the series against the Los Angeles Kings, I wanted to get a sense of how the teams have compared and what each team’s strengths and weaknesses have been across their respective rosters.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1
NHL bets: A pair of plus-money point props for tonight's playoff hockey
There are just two NHL playoff games tonight, but both Western Conference matchups should offer some exciting moments.
NHL News / Boston Hockey Now / May 1
Report: Draisaitl Is Interested In Playing For The Bruins
Could Edmonton Oilers superstar center Leon Draisaitl become the future No. 1 center for the Boston Bruins? Speaking on BPM Sports, 91.9 FM in Montreal, former NHL enforcer Georges Laraque reported that Draisaitl is interested in playing for the Boston Bruins if he does not sign an extension with the Edmonton Oilers.
Georges Laraque: Leon Draisaitl would like to play in… Boston.
Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl form the best duo in the National League. The Oilers have the luxury of counting on two of the five best players in the world… But for the moment, the results aren’t there yet.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 29
Oilers win defensive gem to go up 3-1 on Kings
The remaining teams in the Stanley Cup Playoffs are on notice.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28
McDavid and Draisaitl: A Modern-Day NHL Playoffs Dominant Duo
They’re at it again. Both are on fire this season and through 50 playoff games, Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid sit second and third in playoff points per game.
Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / April 27
Oilers' power play overpowers Kings in Game 3
Zach Hyman, Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid scored in the first period and the visiting Edmonton Oilers finished with the three power-play goals in a 6-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings in Game 3 of a first-round Western Conference playoff series on Friday.
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.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 6
Leon Draisaitl Records his Fifth Career 100-Point Season
Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl, for the fifth time in his career, has achieved 100 points in a season. With his assist on Connor McDavid‘s goal against the Colorado Avalanche, Draisaitl now sits with some elite company, becoming only the 20th person in NHL history to record five seasons with 100 points.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 24
Insider Believes Oilers Could Lose Leon Draisaitl
While the current focus for the Edmonton Oilers isn’t on a contract extension for Leon Draisaitl, it won’t be long until the organization is in a position where a big decision will be looming.
Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 10
After 700 NHL Games, Leon Draisaitl is Already a Hall of Famer
Edmonton’s Leon Draisaitl suited up for his 700th NHL game Saturday afternoon in Buffalo. There are no silver sticks presented for Game 700. His family won’t be flown in from Germany.
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