McDavid vs Matthews, Hyman Going For 50, Sean Walker Talk
Plenty of storylines heading into tonight's matchup between Maple Leafs and Oilers
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The Edmonton Oilers are looking to beat the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night and there are plenty of compelling storylines worth watching. McDavid vs. Matthews is always a key component to any game between these two teams, but Zach Hyman trying to reach 50 goals against his former team may steal the spotlight.
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McDavid & Matthews Face Off As Hart Trophy Race Heats Up
March 23, 2024 by Michael Golden
Down the stretch of the most interesting Hart Trophy race in recent memory, Auston Mathews and the Toronto Maple Leafs will host Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers on Hockey Night in Canada’s primetime slot. Both teams are coming off blowout victories as the Leafs defeated the Washington Capitals 7–3 in their last outing, and the Oilers took down the Buffalo Sabres 8–3. Expect more offense in this game, as the Oilers and Leafs have averaged seven goals per game over their last five matchups head-to-head. The Oilers will look to win in Toronto for the first time since the 2021 season when these two teams were division rivals.
Oilers’ Hyman Going for 50th of Season Against Maple Leafs
March 23, 2024 by Jim Parsons
Zach Hyman‘s potential milestone against his former team, the Toronto Maple Leafs, adds a compelling narrative to Saturday night’s Hockey Night in Canada matchup. The storyline on any other night between Edmonton and Toronto might have been Connor McDavid vs. Auston Matthews. But, as Hyman looks to score 50 goals on the season and can do so with two against his former team, Oilers fans and Maple Leafs Nation will be watching closely.
Oilers Players Put Up Historical Stats in Edmonton’s Latest Win
March 22, 2024 by Brian Swane
The Edmonton Oilers stormed back from an early deficit to blast the Buffalo Sabres 8-3 at Rogers Place on Thursday (March 21). Mattias Ekholm and Zach Hyman each scored twice for the Oilers, who also got goals from Connor Brown, Leon Draisaitl, Ryan McLeod, and Darnell Nurse. Oilers captain Connor McDavid had four assists, and Edmonton goalie Stuart Skinner made 26 saves in the win.
McDavid Nears Career-High Assist Total As Oilers Beat the Sabres
March 22, 2024 by Michael Golden
“If you look at the first (period), I didn’t love it. We got in, had a nice chat about it, came out and showed what kind of team we are,” said Mattias Ekholm after the Edmonton Oilers routed the Buffalo Sabres 8-3 on Thursday night (March 21). After going down 2-1 in the first period, the Oilers rallied to outscore the Sabres 7-1 the rest of the game. Ekholm recorded two goals and an assist for his first three-point outing of the season and second as a member of the Oilers. Edmonton got contributions from all over the lineup and managed to end their four-game homestand on a positive note.
Oilers Reportedly Walked Away From a Sean Walker Trade
March 21, 2024 by Jim Parsons
The Edmonton Oilers had ample opportunity to add significant pieces at this season’s NHL Trade Deadline. They successfully acquired Adam Henrique and Sam Carrick from the Anaheim Ducks, then added depth defenseman Troy Stecher from the Arizona Coyotes. GM Ken Holland was also rumored to have kicked tires on Chris Tanev, Jake Guentzel, and Tyler Toffoli. The cost was too dear in some cases. In others, Edmonton became the second choice.