The Oilers open their three‑game road trip with a dominant 4‑0 win over the New York Islanders at UBS Center on Oct. 31, 2026. Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins scores twice, raising his season total to seven points and keeping his point‑per‑game pace, while his chemistry with Kasperi Kapanen bolsters the second line. Tristan Jarry earns his second consecutive shutout, stopping all 18 shots and defending the net flawlessly despite limited action. The victory also marks a roster change as forward Isaac Howard is placed on waivers. The win sets up a back‑to‑back clash with the Rangers and a potential record‑tying 1,037th game for Nugent‑Hopkins, tying Kevin Lowe’s franchise mark.
The Edmonton Oilers (10-2-2) began a three-game Eastern Conference road trip with a 4-0 win over the New York Islanders (7-5-2) on Saturday afternoon (Oct. 31). They remain undefeated on…
Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock says winger Isaac Howard’s knee-on-knee injury from Saturday’s 4-0 win over the New York Islanders isn’t as severe as initially feared. Howard left 2:22 into his first shift after colliding with Islanders forward Emil Heineman, who received a five‑minute major and ejection. Babcock hopes Howard can recover by the next game, but he will miss Sunday’s matchup at Madison Square Garden. The 22‑year‑old, who has posted one goal and three points in 12 games, could be replaced by Max Jones or Filip Hallander as the Oilers continue their three‑game road swing.
The Edmonton Oilers have hit double-digit victories. On Saturday afternoon, the Oilers defeated the New York Islanders 4-0, moving their season record to 10-2-2 and, for now, giving them the top spot in the Western Conference. Let’s take a look at what went on in this one! Neither team scored through the first 20 minutes….
No update on Howard’s condition was available at the end of the first period after suffering the knee-on-knee hit.
After a 3-1-1 home stretch, the Edmonton Oilers embark on a crucial east‑coast road trip, facing the New York Islanders (Saturday), New York Rangers (Sunday) and Connor Hellebuyck’s New Jersey Devils (Tuesday). Edmonton enters the trip 5‑0‑0 on the road but must tighten a league‑worst 25th‑ranked penalty kill, exploit the Rangers’ unsettled goaltending situation, and sustain depth scoring from Colton Dach, Kasperi Kapanen and others alongside McDavid and Draisaitl. Success in these three areas could keep the Oilers unbeaten.
The Edmonton Oilers head to Long Island on Oct. 31 for a 12 PM matinee against the New York Islanders, aiming to finish October strong at 9‑2‑1 and tentatively lock up 20 of a possible 26 points. The Islanders sit 7‑4‑2, have won their last two, and boast a 3.00 GPG offense while allowing just 2.62. Key factors: Edmonton’s 4.23 goals per game and a sizzling 35.7% power‑play, contrasted with a struggling 71.4% penalty kill; New York’s strong 86.4% PK and weak 17.5% PP. Depth scoring from Joseph, Ekholm, Kapanen and Formenton and the return of Jason Dickinson add hope, while goaltender Tristan Jarry seeks a second straight shutout. Discipline and puck control will be crucial in this tightly scheduled back‑to‑back before tomorrow’s Rangers game.
The Edmonton Oilers head east for a Halloween matinee against a surging New York Islanders led by 19‑year‑old Calder winner Matthew Schaefer, who scored the OT winner in a 4‑3 win over Minnesota. Riding an unbeaten 5‑0‑0 road streak and a 9‑2‑2 record despite key injuries, the Oilers face a packed schedule—seven games in 12 days, nine of those on the road. Coach Mike Babcock emphasizes accountability and instinct, while depth players like Mathieu Joseph and Kasperi Kapanen pop up in the box score. Meanwhile, Connor McDavid dominates with 36 points, but the bottom six must step up as the team prepares for a three‑game road stretch.
The Islanders return home for a Halloween 2:00 p.m. matinee after a surprising 2‑1 road stretch, picking up shootout and 3‑on‑3 points in Nashville and Minnesota. They face Connor McDavid’s squad, with Quinn Hughes praising 19‑year‑old star Cale Schaefer as a future top‑five talent. The piece also notes Nikita Kucherov’s trade request and links to Halloween events at Belmont and episode 2 of “On The Island.”
Oliver Moore found himself as a healthy scratch, but he has since had a commendable performance.
Flashback Friday revisits two infamous Edmonton‑New York Islander trades that stalled the Oilers’ rebuild despite Connor McDavid’s arrival. On June 26, 2015 the Oilers swapped the 16th and 33rd overall picks for defenseman Griffin Reinhart, passing on future stars like Mathew Barzal, Kyle Connor, Thomas Chabot and Sebastian Aho. Reinhart played only 30 games for Edmonton before fading. Two years later, the Oilers dealt Jordan Eberle to the Islanders in a move that further limited roster depth. The article argues these deals cost the Oilers a deeper playoff run and a potential Stanley Cup by missing out on talent that now anchors other teams.
Matthew Schaefer was the hero for the New York Islanders on Thursday night, putting together his best individual performance of the 2026-27 season and scoring the overtime winner in a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild at Grand Casino Arena. In the process, the 19-year-old became the first teenage defenseman in National Hockey League history […]
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In this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos break down New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer's head-to-head matchup against Quinn Hughes and the Minnesota Wild, Logan Cooley's hat trick in a Utah Mammoth win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, and more.
Tristan Jarry’s recent turnaround—now 5-1-3 with a 24‑save shutout of the Calgary Flames—puts the Oilers’ netminder under a critical spotlight as Devon Levi’s injury looms. The November schedule packs seven games in 12 days, including a three‑game road swing against the Islanders, Rangers and Devils, followed by a four‑game home stretch. With Levi potentially sidelined, Jarry could shoulder most of the workload, testing whether he can become Edmonton’s reliable starter. His .889 save percentage, up from a shaky start, offers hope that he can cement his role and influence the team’s playoff positioning.
The Minnesota Wild were back at home after a lengthy road trip that felt a lot longer than it actually was, to host the New York Islanders on Thursday, Oct.…
Matthew Schaefer dazzles for the New York Islanders, delivering a dominant performance in overtime after defenseman Ryan Pulock exits with an injury. Despite a slip that allowed the Minnesota Wild to tie the game early, Schaefer fuels a gutsy comeback and helps secure the extra point in a tight contest. The article also notes the Islanders reminiscing about Anders Lee’s pond‑hockey event, updates on Dylan Larkin’s suspension with Detroit, and assorted league trade rumors.
Matthew Schaefer earns praise from Quinn Hughes after the Islanders beat Minnesota.
The New York Islanders edged the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in overtime on Oct. 30, 2026, thanks to a standout performance by rookie Matthew Schaefer, who shattered Bobby Orr’s teenage scoring record with two goals and an assist, including the game-winner. Bo Horvat added a power‑play goal and Adam Pelech netted his first of the season. Despite falling behind early and battling injuries—including Ryan Pulock’s exit—the Isles rallied, killing multiple penalties and capitalizing on key chances. Kirill Kaprizov’s OT opportunity fell short as Schaefer sealed the win, giving the Islanders a crucial road‑trip victory before heading home for a Halloween clash with the Oilers.
Pulock played just two shifts in the game before exiting after an awkward board battle with Yakov Trenin.
The New York Islanders travel to Minnesota for a matchup against the Wild, reverting to a 12‑forward, 6‑defense lineup after last night’s 11/7 roster shake‑up. Coach Pete DeBoer confirms forwards Mayfield and MacLean will suit up while Matt Kessell sits, and goaltender Sorokin starts. The Wild, coming off a grueling road stretch (10 of 14 games), boast a solid 9‑3‑2 record, with rookie Max Shabanov already matching half his previous season’s production (four goals, five assists). The post serves as a live game thread for fans.
The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly targeting 6‑ft‑9, 270‑lb forward Matt Rempe from the New York Rangers to add size to their bottom six. Coach Mike Babcock has praised Rempe’s physical presence, and GM Stan Bowman may trade a mid‑round draft pick for the 24‑year‑old, who has 5 goals, 11 points and 154 penalty minutes in 87 NHL games. Rempe, on a two‑year, $975,000 contract and eligible for waivers, could serve as a deterrent to protect stars like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl as the Oilers head east for games against the Islanders, Rangers and Devils.
The Oilers snap a recent slump with a 4‑0 shutout of division rival Calgary Flames, seeing goaltender Jacob Markström earn his first shutout while the team scores four goals. Coach Mike Babcock praised the balanced effort, noting season‑low minutes for stars like Connor McDavid (18:50) and Leon Draisaitl (19:06). The win caps a five‑game home stretch that produced a 3‑1‑1 record. Next up is a grueling road swing: back‑to‑back games against the Islanders and Rangers, followed by a trip to New Jersey, testing the club’s new rhythm.
The Islanders wrap up their road swing in Minnesota, facing a surprisingly strong Wild squad that sits tied atop the Western Conference after 14 games. After mixed performances in Dallas and a shootout rescue in Nashville, New York looks to rebound tonight against the Wild. Coach Pete DeBoer praises goaltender Semyon Varlamov’s recent win and trusts defenseman Victor Eklund, while forward Carson Soucy is reportedly available at a low cost. The preview highlights the Wild’s solid play and the Isles’ need to find consistency as the season gains momentum.
The Edmonton Oilers snap a two‑game losing streak with a dominant 4‑0 shutout of the Calgary Flames on Oct. 29, 2026, improving to 9‑2‑2 and .769 point percentage. Connor McDavid opens the scoring with an assist, extending his NHL‑record 13‑game assist streak, and later triggers the third‑period power play. Goals come from Mathieu Joseph, Mattias Ekholm, Kasperi Kapanen and Alex Formenton, while Tristan Jarry posts his first season shutout (24 saves). The Flames’ Devin Cooley exits after a collision, and the next Battle of Alberta isn’t until March 3. The Oilers head east to face the Islanders Saturday.