Today in Hockey History: Jan. 17 Matthew Zator | January 17, 2026 Yesterday in Hockey History: Jan. 16 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Jan. 18 Both 500 and 13 were magic numbers on this date in National Hockey League history. Three was a…
Edmonton Oilers 50-Goal Scorers Tony Wolak | January 15, 2026 During the 1980s, the Edmonton Oilers epitomized offense. From the 1981-82 season through 1985-86, they scored an average of 5.29 goals per game. They peaked in the 1983-84 season, putting up…
Today in Hockey History: Dec. 8 Matthew Zator | December 8, 2025 Dec. 8 has been a very unique date in National Hockey League history. It gave us the first goal that was actually shot into the net by a goaltender. It…
Edmonton Oilers’ Top-20 Goal Scorers All-Time Matthew Zator | December 2, 2025 *Article was updated in December 2025 The Edmonton Oilers have a long history of prolific goal scorers. Not only that, but they also have a plethora of Hall-of-Fame twine ticklers…
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 17 Matthew Zator | October 17, 2025 Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 16 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 18 Some of the greatest players in National Hockey League history had big moments on this date. The records…
What Could Have Been if the Oilers Hadn’t Traded Wayne Gretzky The Old Prof | August 6, 2025 August 9, 1988. Many remember exactly where they were. Edmonton wasn’t just quiet—it was stunned. Out of nowhere, the unthinkable had happened: Wayne Gretzky, The Great One, had been traded…
NHL’s Highest-Scoring Playoff Games Ryan Gagne | June 4, 2025 Early in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, teams already combined for 12 and 11 goals in one game. As surprising as those scores are, they failed to crack the top…
Today in Hockey History: May 30 Matthew Zator | May 30, 2025 This date in National Hockey League history has seen its fair share of memorable moments. From Stanley Cup Final drama to coaching changes and trades, May 30 has provided us…
Today in Hockey History: May 21 Matthew Zator | May 21, 2025 Two of the greatest dynasties in National Hockey League history hoisted Lord Stanley’s Cup on this date. May 21 has also seen some big individual performances and final games for…
Today in Hockey History: May 18 Matthew Zator | May 18, 2025 The winningest franchise in National Hockey League history had plenty to celebrate on this date throughout the decades. Also, one of the greatest European imports to ever play in the…
Today in Hockey History: Feb. 3 Matthew Zator | February 3, 2025 This has been a very intriguing date in the history of the National Hockey League. In Detroit, two all-time greats who shared the same last name left their mark. More…
Edmonton Oilers’ Top 7 Game 7 Heroes Brian Swane | December 30, 2024 The Edmonton Oilers are 8-5 all-time in Game 7, including 4-4 on the road. Edmonton’s winner-take-all history ranges from the infamous to the iconic. Over the course of Edmonton’s 13…