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Oilers Extend Leon Draisaitl, Effectively Ends Rumors Of Signing With The Sharks

Leon Draisaitl's new contract extension with the Oilers marks the largest contract in NHL history and solidifies his future with the team.

Leon Draisaitl Signs 8-Year, $112m Contract With Edmonton Oilers

Leon Draisaitl signed an eight-year, $112 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid player in the NHL.

Islanders and NHL News: Adjusted starts; $112M Draisaitl; remembering the Gaudreaus

The Islanders are adjusting game times, heightening anticipation for the upcoming season.
Stan Fischler reflects on the emotional impact of winning the Cup for Islanders alumni.
Johnny Gaudreau's tragic loss is causing a ripple effect among teams, fans, and families.
Leon Draisaitl sets a new contract high, indicating financial trends in the NHL.

Germany's Leon Draisaitl signs record NHL contract DW 09/03/2024

Leon Draisaitl signs an eight-year contract worth $112 million, becoming the highest-paid player in NHL history, with a focus on winning a Stanley Cup.

Edmonton Oilers make Leon Draisaitl highest-paid player in NHL with eight-year, $112 million contract extension

Leon Draisaitl signed an eight-year, $112 million extension with the Edmonton Oilers, becoming the highest-paid player in the NHL.

Edmonton Oilers sign Leon Draisaitl to historic' $112m, eight-year contract

Leon Draisaitl signed an eight-year, $112 million contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers, making him the highest-paid player in NHL history.

Oilers Extend Leon Draisaitl, Effectively Ends Rumors Of Signing With The Sharks

Leon Draisaitl's new contract extension with the Oilers marks the largest contract in NHL history and solidifies his future with the team.

Leon Draisaitl Signs 8-Year, $112m Contract With Edmonton Oilers

Leon Draisaitl signed an eight-year, $112 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid player in the NHL.

Islanders and NHL News: Adjusted starts; $112M Draisaitl; remembering the Gaudreaus

The Islanders are adjusting game times, heightening anticipation for the upcoming season.
Stan Fischler reflects on the emotional impact of winning the Cup for Islanders alumni.
Johnny Gaudreau's tragic loss is causing a ripple effect among teams, fans, and families.
Leon Draisaitl sets a new contract high, indicating financial trends in the NHL.

Germany's Leon Draisaitl signs record NHL contract DW 09/03/2024

Leon Draisaitl signs an eight-year contract worth $112 million, becoming the highest-paid player in NHL history, with a focus on winning a Stanley Cup.

Edmonton Oilers make Leon Draisaitl highest-paid player in NHL with eight-year, $112 million contract extension

Leon Draisaitl signed an eight-year, $112 million extension with the Edmonton Oilers, becoming the highest-paid player in the NHL.

Edmonton Oilers sign Leon Draisaitl to historic' $112m, eight-year contract

Leon Draisaitl signed an eight-year, $112 million contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers, making him the highest-paid player in NHL history.
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Report: Oilers star Draisaitl, a 2025 free agent, linked to Sharks

Speculation on Leon Draisaitl joining the San Jose Sharks due to their German owner is present in the NHL community.

The Art Ross Trophy Race could look a little different this NHL season

The Art Ross Trophy race in the NHL this season could have a different winner than in previous years.
Elias Pettersson of the Vancouver Canucks is currently leading the league in points.
Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl of the Edmonton Oilers are having slower starts compared to previous seasons.
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Elliott: 'Pissed off' Kings must improve in key areas to break Oilers' playoff stranglehold

(Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)

The gloomy skies outside the Kings' El Segundo practice rink matched their mood the morning after their so-close-yet-so-far playoff elimination by the Edmonton Oilers.Forward Kevin Fiala, who begged out of interviews Saturday after the 5-4 loss in Game 6 that sent the Kings home, still wasn't inclined to be chatty Sunday.

Oilers defeat Kings in round one for the second straight year

There really isn't much doubt about the best series in the playoffs so far.It has been the matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings in almost every way imaginable.This series had incredible skill on both sides, tenacious effort, and amazing speed.In the end, the Oilers came out on top in six games.

Oilers have a chance to eliminate Kings on Saturday night

The Edmonton Oilers won game five over the Los Angeles Kings to enter game six with a chance to eliminate them.Guys like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are really starting to heat up which is bad news for the rest of the Western Conference if they are able to advance.You can bet that the Los Angeles Kings are not going to go down without a fight though.

Elliott: Pressure is on Quinton Byfield and Kings in elimination game

(Andy Devlin / NHLI via Getty Images)

In almost any other situation, in almost any other game, Quinton Byfield and the Kings would have celebrated his third-period goal Tuesday night against Edmonton with rounds of hugs and cheers instead of quick fist-bumps and a respectful tap or two on his helmet.

Leon Draisaitl scores 300th NHL goal in Oilers win over Coyotes

The Edmonton Oilers won a tough fought game 5-4 in Arizona on Monday night.The game was filled with great moments for the Oilers, like Connor mcDavid registering his 140th point of the season, but another fun moment was Leon Draisaitl scoring his 300th career NHL goal.Leon Draisaitl scored his 300th career NHL goal, doing so in just 630 NHL games.

Nurse, Oilers defeat Sharks in OT for 4th straight victory

EDMONTON -- Darnell Nurse scored with 15 seconds remaining in overtime, and the Edmonton Oilers rallied for a 5-4 win against the San Jose Sharks at Rogers Place on Monday.Nurse scored on a breakaway after Mattias Ekholm tied it 4-4 at 16:13 of the third period with his second goal."The guys are always joking in here that I get quite a few [breakaways] and never score," Nurse said.

Elliott: 'Pissed off' Kings must improve in key areas to break Oilers' playoff stranglehold

(Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)

The gloomy skies outside the Kings' El Segundo practice rink matched their mood the morning after their so-close-yet-so-far playoff elimination by the Edmonton Oilers.Forward Kevin Fiala, who begged out of interviews Saturday after the 5-4 loss in Game 6 that sent the Kings home, still wasn't inclined to be chatty Sunday.

Oilers defeat Kings in round one for the second straight year

There really isn't much doubt about the best series in the playoffs so far.It has been the matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings in almost every way imaginable.This series had incredible skill on both sides, tenacious effort, and amazing speed.In the end, the Oilers came out on top in six games.

Oilers have a chance to eliminate Kings on Saturday night

The Edmonton Oilers won game five over the Los Angeles Kings to enter game six with a chance to eliminate them.Guys like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are really starting to heat up which is bad news for the rest of the Western Conference if they are able to advance.You can bet that the Los Angeles Kings are not going to go down without a fight though.

Elliott: Pressure is on Quinton Byfield and Kings in elimination game

(Andy Devlin / NHLI via Getty Images)

In almost any other situation, in almost any other game, Quinton Byfield and the Kings would have celebrated his third-period goal Tuesday night against Edmonton with rounds of hugs and cheers instead of quick fist-bumps and a respectful tap or two on his helmet.

Leon Draisaitl scores 300th NHL goal in Oilers win over Coyotes

The Edmonton Oilers won a tough fought game 5-4 in Arizona on Monday night.The game was filled with great moments for the Oilers, like Connor mcDavid registering his 140th point of the season, but another fun moment was Leon Draisaitl scoring his 300th career NHL goal.Leon Draisaitl scored his 300th career NHL goal, doing so in just 630 NHL games.

Nurse, Oilers defeat Sharks in OT for 4th straight victory

EDMONTON -- Darnell Nurse scored with 15 seconds remaining in overtime, and the Edmonton Oilers rallied for a 5-4 win against the San Jose Sharks at Rogers Place on Monday.Nurse scored on a breakaway after Mattias Ekholm tied it 4-4 at 16:13 of the third period with his second goal."The guys are always joking in here that I get quite a few [breakaways] and never score," Nurse said.
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Kings' season ends in Game 6 playoff loss to the Edmonton Oilers

(Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)

For the second straight year, the Kings suffered a season-ending loss to the Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, falling 5-4 in Game 6 at Crypto.comArena on Saturday night.Kailer Yamamoto scored the go-ahead goal with just over three minutes left in the third quarter.

The Edmonton Oilers are the most entertaining team in the NHL

The Edmonton Oilers are one of the best teams in the National Hockey League.After a 7-4 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, they showed just how magical they can be.They didn't just dominate a bunch of nobodies either.The Golden Knights came into the game 9th in goals against and are one of the teams that Edmonton is battling with atop the Pacific Division.

Leafs - Oilers game highlights

The Maple Leafs had three full days of no games to rest up and prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers.Coming off a 4-3 win over the Devils, the Oilers presented another challenging team to the blue & white.The Oilers played the best team in the NHL on Thursday night, giving the Bruins a rare home loss, winning 3-2.

Is Erik Karlsson a realistic trade target for the Oilers?

As the March 3 trade deadline nears, the Edmonton Oilers have just over two weeks to beef up their roster ahead of a critical stretch run, and it appears they have their eye on two-time Norris Trophy winner Erik Karlsson.Edmonton has reportedly been pursuing the San Jose Sharks defenceman for much of this season, with the team re-engaging in trade discussions last weekend.

Edmonton Oilers lose fourth straight game in all too familiar fashion

The Edmonton Oilers lost in overtime to the Colorado Avalanche on Sunday night.While losing in overtime to the defending Stanley Cup Champions might not seem like a disappointment, fans of the Oilers should be worried about how their team is playing on the ice.Edmonton Oilers lose their fourth straight game in all too familiar fashion.

Bruins Face Top Two NHL Point Producers On Road Trip Vs. Oilers

The Boston Bruins look to keep their six-game win streak alive, continuing their road trip against the Edmonton Oilers on Monday night.The Oilers have both of the league leaders in point scoring on their roster: Connor McDavid with 113 points and Leon Draisaitl with 88 points this season.Bruins right wing David Pastrnak sits not far behind in the fourth spot with 79 points this season.

Kings' season ends in Game 6 playoff loss to the Edmonton Oilers

(Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)

For the second straight year, the Kings suffered a season-ending loss to the Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, falling 5-4 in Game 6 at Crypto.comArena on Saturday night.Kailer Yamamoto scored the go-ahead goal with just over three minutes left in the third quarter.

The Edmonton Oilers are the most entertaining team in the NHL

The Edmonton Oilers are one of the best teams in the National Hockey League.After a 7-4 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, they showed just how magical they can be.They didn't just dominate a bunch of nobodies either.The Golden Knights came into the game 9th in goals against and are one of the teams that Edmonton is battling with atop the Pacific Division.

Leafs - Oilers game highlights

The Maple Leafs had three full days of no games to rest up and prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers.Coming off a 4-3 win over the Devils, the Oilers presented another challenging team to the blue & white.The Oilers played the best team in the NHL on Thursday night, giving the Bruins a rare home loss, winning 3-2.

Is Erik Karlsson a realistic trade target for the Oilers?

As the March 3 trade deadline nears, the Edmonton Oilers have just over two weeks to beef up their roster ahead of a critical stretch run, and it appears they have their eye on two-time Norris Trophy winner Erik Karlsson.Edmonton has reportedly been pursuing the San Jose Sharks defenceman for much of this season, with the team re-engaging in trade discussions last weekend.

Edmonton Oilers lose fourth straight game in all too familiar fashion

The Edmonton Oilers lost in overtime to the Colorado Avalanche on Sunday night.While losing in overtime to the defending Stanley Cup Champions might not seem like a disappointment, fans of the Oilers should be worried about how their team is playing on the ice.Edmonton Oilers lose their fourth straight game in all too familiar fashion.

Bruins Face Top Two NHL Point Producers On Road Trip Vs. Oilers

The Boston Bruins look to keep their six-game win streak alive, continuing their road trip against the Edmonton Oilers on Monday night.The Oilers have both of the league leaders in point scoring on their roster: Connor McDavid with 113 points and Leon Draisaitl with 88 points this season.Bruins right wing David Pastrnak sits not far behind in the fourth spot with 79 points this season.
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David Pastrnak's quiet series against Panthers continues to be a head-scratcher for Bruins

Bruins "It's just a matter of time.He's just too good."The Bruins couldn't have penned a better script to close out their opening playoff series on Wednesday night.Mired in a tug-of-war with the Panthers throughout their Game 5 bout on Causeway Street, a power-play bid at 16:25 in the third period gave Boston the opportunity it needed to deliver a coup de grace against its first-round foe.

Rangers' dominant offensive run put to test against Connor McDavid and Oilers | amNewYork

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The New York Rangers are enjoying some of their best hockey of the season but it all comes to a head Friday night when they take on the best hockey player in the world.It's taken Connor McDavid 55 games to reach the 99-point plateau.

David Pastrnak's quiet series against Panthers continues to be a head-scratcher for Bruins

Bruins "It's just a matter of time.He's just too good."The Bruins couldn't have penned a better script to close out their opening playoff series on Wednesday night.Mired in a tug-of-war with the Panthers throughout their Game 5 bout on Causeway Street, a power-play bid at 16:25 in the third period gave Boston the opportunity it needed to deliver a coup de grace against its first-round foe.

Rangers' dominant offensive run put to test against Connor McDavid and Oilers | amNewYork

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The New York Rangers are enjoying some of their best hockey of the season but it all comes to a head Friday night when they take on the best hockey player in the world.It's taken Connor McDavid 55 games to reach the 99-point plateau.
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Toronto Maple Leafs: NHL Can Learn From 2000 All-Star Game

The Toronto Maple Leafs will be hosting the 2024 NHL All-Star Game and the NHL can learn a lot from those festivities.It's always exciting when a big event comes to Toronto, especially involving the Toronto Maple Leafs, but as I spoke about a few days ago, the local fan will more than likely just have to watch at home, despite living minutes away from the arena.

NY Ranger Game 55: Rangers at Oilers - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Thread
Don't look now, but the Rangers are streaking.Winners of six in a row and seven of their last eight, the Rangers have separated themselves from the wild card pack with a comfortable lead on third place in the Metro Division.Amazingly enough, this run, and the 21-4-3 record since the helmet throw, hasn't even helped them gain ground on the Canes.

Rangers start Oil drought in Edmonton with huge comeback win - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Wrap-ups
The NY Rangers started an Oil drought in Edmonton with a huge come from behind shootout win against the Oilers.This Rangers team is never out of a game and last night just might have been one of their top three wins of the entire season.After going down 4-1 by the end of the first period, this team would embody the spirit of "No Quit in New York" and rally to win the game in a pulse-pounding six-round shootout.

Dmitry Orlov showcases his value to Bruins in defensive baptism by fire against Oilers

Bruins Orlov spent most of his reps on Monday night matching up against Connor McDavid.It's a testament to the on-ice brilliance put forth by Connor McDavid that the Bruins' film review on Tuesday morning likely won't harp too much on the damage done by Edmonton's franchise star.Hockey is a game of mistakes, sure.

Preview: Bruins look to slow down McDavid as Oilers come to town

Just the facts
When: Tonight, 7:30 PM
Where: TD Garden - Boston, MA
How to follow: ESPN+, Hulu, TVAS, SN, 98.5 The Sports Hub
Rival SBN site: The Copper and Blue
Know your enemy


35-22-8, 78PTS, 4th in Pacific Division
Connor McDavid: 65GP, 54G, 70A, 124PTS; Leon Draisaitl: 63GP, 41G, 55A, 96PTS; Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: 65GP, 30G, 48A, 78PTS
Stuart Skinner: 18-13-4, 2.86 GAA, .913

GAME THREAD: Edmonton Oilers @ San Jose Sharks

13 Jan 2023
SAP Center
830 PM MT
TV: Sportsnet West
Radio: 630 CHED
SB Nation Opponent: Fear The Fin THE OILERS won a game they absolutely had to by defeating the Ducks 6-2 on Wednesday night.Klim Kostin had a pair, while Connor McDavid, Dylan Holloway, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Leon Draisaitl each had a goal.

Toronto Maple Leafs: NHL Can Learn From 2000 All-Star Game

The Toronto Maple Leafs will be hosting the 2024 NHL All-Star Game and the NHL can learn a lot from those festivities.It's always exciting when a big event comes to Toronto, especially involving the Toronto Maple Leafs, but as I spoke about a few days ago, the local fan will more than likely just have to watch at home, despite living minutes away from the arena.

NY Ranger Game 55: Rangers at Oilers - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Thread
Don't look now, but the Rangers are streaking.Winners of six in a row and seven of their last eight, the Rangers have separated themselves from the wild card pack with a comfortable lead on third place in the Metro Division.Amazingly enough, this run, and the 21-4-3 record since the helmet throw, hasn't even helped them gain ground on the Canes.

Rangers start Oil drought in Edmonton with huge comeback win - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Wrap-ups
The NY Rangers started an Oil drought in Edmonton with a huge come from behind shootout win against the Oilers.This Rangers team is never out of a game and last night just might have been one of their top three wins of the entire season.After going down 4-1 by the end of the first period, this team would embody the spirit of "No Quit in New York" and rally to win the game in a pulse-pounding six-round shootout.

Dmitry Orlov showcases his value to Bruins in defensive baptism by fire against Oilers

Bruins Orlov spent most of his reps on Monday night matching up against Connor McDavid.It's a testament to the on-ice brilliance put forth by Connor McDavid that the Bruins' film review on Tuesday morning likely won't harp too much on the damage done by Edmonton's franchise star.Hockey is a game of mistakes, sure.

Preview: Bruins look to slow down McDavid as Oilers come to town

Just the facts
When: Tonight, 7:30 PM
Where: TD Garden - Boston, MA
How to follow: ESPN+, Hulu, TVAS, SN, 98.5 The Sports Hub
Rival SBN site: The Copper and Blue
Know your enemy


35-22-8, 78PTS, 4th in Pacific Division
Connor McDavid: 65GP, 54G, 70A, 124PTS; Leon Draisaitl: 63GP, 41G, 55A, 96PTS; Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: 65GP, 30G, 48A, 78PTS
Stuart Skinner: 18-13-4, 2.86 GAA, .913

GAME THREAD: Edmonton Oilers @ San Jose Sharks

13 Jan 2023
SAP Center
830 PM MT
TV: Sportsnet West
Radio: 630 CHED
SB Nation Opponent: Fear The Fin THE OILERS won a game they absolutely had to by defeating the Ducks 6-2 on Wednesday night.Klim Kostin had a pair, while Connor McDavid, Dylan Holloway, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Leon Draisaitl each had a goal.
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Remembering Toronto Maple Leafs legend Borje Salming

On Thursday 24th November the Toronto Maple Leafs, and indeed all of professional hockey and the NHL, lost a true legend and pioneer of the game as former defenceman Börje Salming sadly passed away at the age of 71 after a short battle with ALS.Salming's passing came less than two weeks after the Hall of Famer was honoured during a truly memorable and emotional Hall of Fame weekend, where he saw just how much he was beloved by Leafs fans and he was able to stand alongside former teammates Darryl Sittler and Lanny McDonald as well as fellow countryman Mats Sundin.
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