Mike Smith

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Looking Ahead: Edmonton and Minnesota with Tough Schedules; McMann’s Early Returns; Goncalves Producing, and More

Edmonton Oilers and Minnesota Wild face tough schedules as key players like Connor McDavid and Kirill Kaprizov step up for playoff pushes.

Dobber Hockey

NHL Highlights: Oilers 5, Sharks 3

Connor McDavid leads Oilers to a 5-3 victory over Sharks with stunning plays and key contributions.

Sportsnet

Draisaitl scores before leaving with injury in Oilers win

Nashville Predators edged Edmonton Oilers in a thrilling matchup, featuring stars like Connor McDavid and Roman Josi.

NHL.com

Thomas completes Blues rally with 9 seconds left in OT

Connor McDavid shines as the Oilers defeat the Blues 4-3, showcasing thrilling plays in a competitive matchup.

NHL.com

Stars open with 5 straight goals, ease past Oilers to push point streak to 14

Oilers' Connor McDavid shines in a 5-3 victory over the Dallas Stars with two goals and an assist.

NHL.com

5 Worst Trades of the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

Controversial trades at the 2026 NHL Deadline: Pastrnak, Smith, and more left fans questioning their teams' strategies.

The Hockey Writers

DFS Tuesday: Goals in Ottawa/Edmonton Matchup; Minnesota’s Secondary Scoring

Watch for scoring stars like Connor McDavid and Brady Tkachuk as the Senators face the Oilers in a thrilling matchup.

Dobber Hockey

NHL Trade Grades: Oilers Boost Defense With Connor Murphy Addition

Oilers acquire Connor Murphy to enhance their defense, aiming for playoff success alongside stars McDavid and Draisaitl.

The Hockey Writers

Hiller fired as Kings coach, replaced by Smith

Kings fire coach Jon Hiller; Mike Smith takes over to rejuvenate the team featuring stars like Anze Kopitar and Drew Doughty.

Pro Hockey News

5 Takeaways From Oilers’ 5-4 Loss to Sharks

Connor McDavid shines with two goals, but Oilers fall to Sharks 5-4 in a thrilling matchup, highlighting defensive struggles.

The Hockey Writers

As path to Oilers' No. 1 job opens up, Ingram stays grounded

With injuries reshaping the goalie landscape, Oilers' Skinner and Ingram battle for the starting position in a crucial NHL season.

Sportsnet

Gauthier scores late in 3rd for Ducks to edge Oilers, give Quenneville 1,000th win

Connor McDavid shines with 2 goals as the Oilers defeat the Ducks 5-3 in a thrilling matchup.

NHL.com

5 Must-Win Oilers Games Following the Olympic Break

The Oilers must win crucial games against rivals to secure their playoff spot, with key players like McDavid and Draisaitl leading the charge.

The Hockey Writers

Oilers’ Upcoming Offseason Is More Important Than the Trade Deadline

The Oilers' offseason decisions will be critical for their future with stars like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl leading the team.

The Hockey Writers

Skills Competition: Live scorecard

Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews shine at the 2026 Skills Competition, thrilling fans ahead of the Calder Cup Finals.

The AHL

'Performance matters': U.S. hockey coach declines to name starting goalie

U.S. coach John Doe focuses on performance over names as goalies Mike Smith and Carey Price compete for the starting position.

Sportsnet

NHL Live Tracker: Maple Leafs vs. Flames

Oilers and McDavid shine in a thrilling victory against the Maple Leafs led by Matthews and Marner.

Sportsnet

Ranking the Oilers’ Biggest Trade Deadline Needs

The Edmonton Oilers look to enhance their playoff chances by addressing defense and goaltending needs ahead of the trade deadline.

The Hockey Writers

Oilers Should Keep 3 Goalies Until the Olympic Break

Oilers' goalie dilemma: Should they keep Koskinen, Skinner, and Smith until the Olympic break? Explore their options!

The Hockey Writers

SPHL Transactions – Monday, January 12

SPHL transactions highlight key signings including veterans John Doe and Mike Smith as teams vie for playoff positioning.

The SPHL