Ahead of the Oilers’ showdown with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Nov. 14, former Leafs coach Mike Babcock reflects on his 2015‑19 tenure. He jokes that "even the Beatles broke up" while recalling his work with Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, John Tavares and William Nylander, admitting the team never delivered in the playoffs. Babcock also praises former assistant Jim Hiller, now the Leafs’ head coach, and emphasizes his focus on winning today with an Oilers squad that leads the NHL in points percentage behind Connor McDavid. The article previews the personal storyline behind the high‑stakes matchup.
Despite Thursday night’s 6-5 shootout loss to the Edmonton Oilers, the Carolina Hurricanes saw one of their franchise players return to the lineup. After shoulder surgery in June, Seth Jarvis…
The Carolina Hurricanes close their five‑game Western Conference road trip on Oct. 24 at 7 PM EDT against the St. Louis Blues. After a shootout loss to the Edmonton Oilers—despite missing Jordan Staal, Taylor Hall and Mark Jankowski—Seth Jarvis scores in his season debut. Goalie Pyotr Kochetkov is expected to start for Carolina, while the Blues may roll veteran Jordan Binnington despite poor stats (4.68 GAA, .831 SV%). Both teams sit around .500, with the Blues fresh off a 6‑2 win over Vegas. The article lists projected lineups, power‑play (Hurricanes 23.9%, Blues 25.0%) and penalty‑kill percentages, plus watch info: TV on Hurricanes Hockey Network, streaming on ESPN+, and radio on 99.9 The Fan.
The Carolina Hurricanes wrap up a brief State Fair Road Trip and head home for a four‑game stretch before a Finland stint, opening the home slate against the St. Louis Blues on Oct. 24. The Blues sit at 5‑4‑1, with rookie goalie Joel Hofer posting a .921 save percentage while veteran Jordan Binnington remains a backup. Key players to watch are Blues scorers Mason McTavish and Jimmy Snuggerud (six goals each) and Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis, who’s finding his stride after a sluggish start. Carolina may shuffle lines but will likely keep the same pairings, with Pyotr Kochetkov possibly replacing Brandon Bussi in net. The matchup is positioned as a potential trap game for the Hurricanes.
The latest ONR podcast recaps Edmonton’s 6‑5 shootout win over Carolina, highlighting Connor McDavid’s scorching point streak and bold predictions for his Christmas‑break totals. Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins returns with a goal, an assist and the shootout clincher, while Mattias Ekholm’s injury could sideline him for a week. The hosts also break down Saturday’s showdown with Toronto, lineup combos, and betting angles. With the Oilers rolling through the first month of the 2026‑27 season, the episode offers fresh analysis and fan‑driven heat for any Oilers enthusiast.
McDavid and Draisaitl had a combined 10 points in the Oilers’ 6-5 shootout win over the Hurricanes Thursday.
Despite captain Mikael Backlund’s late‑game injury, the Calgary Flames rallied to a 2‑1 win over the Minnesota Wild on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2026. Goalie Devin Cooley posted 36 saves while the special teams shined—Aydar Suniev and Joel Farabee each netted power‑play goals and the penalty kill neutralized all four Wild power plays. The victory follows a 4‑3 OT loss to the Oilers for Minnesota and ends the Flames’ early 0‑5‑0 skid with a strong, balanced effort from players like Ben Jones, Martin Pospisil, Jonathan Castagna and Morgan Frost. The Flames look to build momentum next against Detroit.
Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock delivered a candid assessment of his team’s performance following a thrilling 6-5 shootout victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night. The victory came two days after Edmonton defeated the Minnesota Wild on Evan Bouchard’s overtime winner. Thursday’s triumph improved the Oilers to 8-1-1 as a terrific start to the 2026-27 […]
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In this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos break down Connor McDavid's incredible five-point game against the Carolina Hurricanes and the Toronto Maple Leafs' depth stepping up in a win over the New York Rangers.
The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Carolina Hurricanes by a score of 6-5 in a thrilling game that went to a shootout at Rogers Place on Thursday (Oct. 22). Oilers forwards…
The Oilers survived a roller‑coaster night at Rogers Place, pulling off a third‑period comeback to beat the defending Stanley Cup champions Carolina Hurricanes 5‑4 in a shootout on Oct. 23, 2026. Connor McDavid scored twice, including the game‑tying goal, while Leon Draisaitl added a power‑play marker; Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins returned after a month off, posted a goal, an assist and the shootout winner in his 1,032nd NHL game, moving within five games of franchise legend Kevin Lowe. Edmonton’s power play went 3‑for‑5 despite being outshot 27‑21, signaling a resilient performance against a 6‑1‑0 road‑record Hurricanes squad.
Edmonton Oilers centre Connor McDavid continued his historic start to the 2026-27 NHL season on Thursday, notching five points to inspire his side to a thrilling 6-5 shootout win against the Carolina Hurricanes. The captain finished with two goals and three assists, reaching 31 points through his first 10 games and matching a milestone previously […]
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The Carolina Hurricanes fall 6-5 in a shootout to the Edmonton Oilers on Oct. 23, 2026, after the Oilers dominate the power play. Seth Jarvis returns from shoulder surgery and even scores a go‑ahead goal, but blames his defensive lapse for the loss. The game sparks controversy when Oilers forward Zach Hyman dramatizes a minor cross‑check from Sean Walker, flashing a wink and smile that fuels social‑media debate. Key moments include power‑play goals from Leon Draisaitl and Jackson Blake, even‑strength scores by Sebastian Aho, Jarvis and Logan Stankoven, and Connor McDavid’s early third‑period tally. Oilers clinch the win in the shootout despite Hurricanes rookie Juuso Valimaki netting his first goal for Carolina.
The Edmonton Oilers edge the Carolina Hurricanes 6‑5 in a shootout on Oct. 22, 2026, in what many call the season’s "game of the year." Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl each tally two goals and three assists, while Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins scores the regulation winner and clinches the shootout. The Hurricanes, missing Jordan Staal and Mark Jankowski, rely on a return from Seth Jarvis and a standout goal from Logan Stankoven, but fall short after a late comeback by the Oilers. The Oilers entered the matchup 7‑1‑1, and the win keeps their early‑season momentum alive.
The Edmonton Oilers staged a dramatic comeback to beat defending champion Carolina Hurricanes 6-5 in a shootout on October 23, 2026. After falling behind 4-2 in the second period, the Oilers rallied behind Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid and Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins, who scored his first goal of the season on the power play. A late third‑period goal by Juusö Valimäki and a lucky McDavid deflection forced overtime, where the Oilers clinched the win in the shootout. The victory puts Edmonton 2-0 on the homestand and showcases strong power‑play performance and resilience against a deep Hurricanes squad.
The Calgary Flames snap a 2‑1 home win over the Minnesota Wild on Oct. 23, 2026, riding two first‑period power‑play goals despite missing captain Mikael Backlund. Aydar Suniev (9:11) and Joel Farabee (5:54) score on specials, while goaltender Devin Cooley makes key saves in the third to preserve the lead. The Wild pull back with Michael McCarron’s late goal (15:21) but can’t overcome the Flames’ special‑teams edge. Blake Coleman makes his emotional return to the Saddledome after being traded to Minnesota, adding extra drama to the win.
Seth Jarvis was a full practice participant Wednesday and could make his season debut Thursday for the Hurricanes against the Oilers after shoulder surgery.
Chernyshov left the game after blocking a shot from Matinpalo, which struck his left arm.
The New York Rangers are one of the most surprising teams in the NHL through the early part of the season as they are in second place in the Metropolitan Division, just two points behind the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes. In an effort to improve the overall depth of their forward group, the Rangers […]
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The Edmonton Oilers face the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night, marking centre Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins' season debut after missing the first nine games with a lower‑body injury. Coach Mike Babcock plans to test Nugent‑Hopkins as a second‑line centre—a shift from his usual wing role—to preserve the elite Connor McDavid‑Leon Draisaitl pairing. The McDavid‑Draisaitl duo has produced 15 goals and allowed only three in 122 minutes this season. If Nugent‑Hopkins succeeds, Babcock can keep the top line together more often, boosting the Oilers' dominant start.
The Oilers are chasing the same dream that propelled the Hurricanes to their first Stanley Cup — a title they just reclaimed with Frederik Andersen receiving his ring. Both clubs have been model of consistency: Carolina tied for the most points from 2021‑25 and finally broke through last season, while Edmonton logged the most playoff games (81) in the past five years and reached two finals. New coach Mike Babcock continues the defensively‑sound approach that served the team under Kris Knoblauch, posting a 2.28 GAA and a 46‑18‑5 record in 2023‑24. Tonight’s 8‑2‑1 matchup offers Edmonton a chance to gauge itself against a champion missing key players like Jordan Staal, but the real test lies in April’s playoffs.
The Connor Hellebuyck suspension from the Winnipeg Jets is set to end this week. Hellebuyck was suspended after failing to show up for training camp after requesting a trade from the team. As soon as it broke that the netminder wanted to be moved, teams started lining up to try to make a trade for […]
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The Carolina Hurricanes activate forward Seth Jarvis, who returned from offseason shoulder surgery and is expected to suit up against the Edmonton Oilers tonight at Rogers Place. The Hurricanes (8‑2‑1) host a 7‑1‑1 Oilers squad led by Connor McDavid’s 26 points in nine games. Jarvis slots into the second power‑play unit alongside Kotkaniemi and Stankoven, while the lineup features Aho, Svechnikov, and Blake on PP‑1. Notable adjustments include Skyler Brind’Amour possibly replacing Unger‑Sorum on the fourth line and Brandon Bussi in goal. Keep an eye on Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard (team‑leading 18 points) and Leon Draisaitl (16 points). Game tips at 9 PM ET on Prime Video, Spectrum or FUBO, with the Hurricanes slight favorites (-118 to -102).
The article reviews how the Edmonton Oilers have performed against 2020s Stanley Cup champions ahead of their Oct. 24 matchup with reigning champs Carolina Hurricanes. It details a historically split series with Carolina—six games this decade, each team winning three, including recent overtime wins in 2025-26. The piece also examines the Oilers’ struggles versus the Florida Panthers, the only champion to beat Edmonton in a Finals (2024, 2025), noting a 5‑8 playoff record and a recent 5‑7 regular‑season tally, with the Panthers sweeping the 2024‑25 season series. By contrasting these rivalries, the article suggests the Oilers are likely to split again with the Hurricanes, while highlighting their ongoing challenges against the Panthers.
Pyotr Kochetkov has started the season red hot. The netminder’s 6-0-0 record has helped the Carolina Hurricanes stay near the top of the standings despite the chaos happening elsewhere on…