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When Calvin Pickard took the net for the Edmonton Oilers in Game 4 against the Vancouver Canucks, he was making just his sixth playoff appearance in his professional career.

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Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks Game 4: A Tactical Review

The build-up to Game 4 of the Oilers-Canucks series had all manner of intrigue. The Oilers were contemplating a change in goal and also a potential rework of the blue line.

Calvin Pickard News / NHL Trade Talk / 29 minutes ago

Calvin Pickard: Oilers Surprising Good News Story

Thanks to well-traveled goalie Calvin Pickard, the Edmonton Oilers pulled even with the Vancouver Canucks in their second-round series. Pickard made headlines last night with an excellent performance in his first playoff start, helping the Oilers gain a critical 3-2 win over the Canucks in Game 4.

Edmonton Oilers News / Inside The Rink / 13 minutes ago

NHL Playoffs: Who Should the Edmonton Oilers Start in Net in Game 5?

In his first-ever Stanley Cup Playoff start, Calvin Pickard led the Edmonton Oilers to a 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks, evening the series at 2-2 on Tuesday night.

Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / 1 hour ago

Odd Rumor Links Leon Draisaitl to Sharks If Oilers Fall Out of Playoffs

An odd conversation surrounds Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl as the German star elevates his game in the playoffs and cements his chances as a Conn Smythe candidate if the team can make it past the Vancouver Canucks and go on to the Stanley Cup.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 1 hour ago

Oilers’ Bouchard outshining Hughes in head-to-head matchup

Evan Bouchard is emerging as a bonafide superstar defenceman in the 2024 playoffs. He had an excellent regular season and will get some votes for the Norris trophy, but he’s elevated his play even higher in these playoffs.

Calvin Pickard News / Daily Faceoff / 19 minutes ago

From pro journeyman to Stanley Cup playoff goaltender, Calvin Pickard’s rise is a great story

Calvin Pickard has had a wild ride of an NHL career. The 32-year-old goaltender was drafted 49th overall by the Colorado Avalanche in 2010. But 14 years later, Pickard has played only 139 regular-season games.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / 52 minutes ago

Oilers’ Evan Bouchard became the third-fastest defenceman ever to reach 40 career playoff points

Evan Bouchard placed his stamp on the NHL record books when he recorded an assist during Game 4 of the second-round series against the Canucks. A secondary assist on Leon Draisaitl’s power-play goal in the first period saw Bouchard record his 40th career playoff point.

Edmonton Oilers News / ClutchPoints / 1 hour ago

Oilers’ Calvin Pickard draws eye-opening Leon Draisaitl take after heroic Game 4 vs. Canucks

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are a time for unsung heroes to be born and NHL franchises to create memorable moments for their fans. Led by backup goalie Calvin Pickard, the Edmonton Oilers evened their second-round series with the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday with a 3-2 win at home in Game 4.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / 10 minutes ago

Evan Bouchard Redefining Himself as an Elite D-Man for the Oilers

There are some big names on the 2023-24 Edmonton Oilers roster. The team has must-see players in Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, who continue to wow and put up insane numbers in both the regular season and the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 3 hours ago

Pickard gets the job done, Bouchard scores the winner in Oilers’ massive 3-2 win in Game 4

After dropping the first game at Rogers Place on Sunday, Tuesday night’s rematch was a massive moment for the Edmonton Oilers. Win, and the series is tied.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / 52 minutes ago

Kris Knoblauch’s gutsy bet on Calvin Pickard has turned tide for Oilers vs. Canucks

EDMONTON — Kris Knoblauch speaks softly but the Edmonton Oilers’ coach carries balls the size of an Athabasca oil sands dump truck. To anyone who counts

NHL News / Oilersnation / 1 minute ago

Beyond the Boxscore: Team effort leads to victory for Oilers

The most consistent effort of the series was not to be wasted as the Edmonton Oilers snagged a well-deserved, last-second Game 4 win to even things up at two games apiece.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / 1 hour ago

5 Takeaways From Oilers’ Thrilling Game 4 Victory Over Canucks

Following one of the wildest endings to a postseason game in their history, the Edmonton Oilers have evened their best-of-seven series with the Vancouver Canucks at two wins apiece.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 3 hours ago

Big players shining in big moments for Oilers

A best-of-seven has turned to a best-of-five, and the Edmonton Oilers have all the momentum. It sure wasn’t pretty, as the Oilers’ 2-1 lead against the Canucks in Game 4 Tuesday night poofed in front of their eyes, when Vancouver winger Dakota Joshua got credit for a goal with just 1:49 left on the clock in the third period.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / 9 hours ago

Pickard and Bouchard Clutch as Oilers Even Series with Canucks

In a dramatic Game 4 that went down to the wire between the Edmonton Oilers and the Vancouver Canucks, the Oilers managed to snatch victory from the jaws of a potential overtime struggle.

NHL News / Yardbarker / 5 minutes ago

Oilers use late heroics to tie Canucks at two games each

The Edmonton Oilers went from disappointment to ecstasy in 62 seconds on Tuesday night.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Full Press Hockey / 7 hours ago

Edmonton Oilers Goaltending Still an Issue in the Playoffs

To quote the late great Dennis Green, they are who we thought they were. It is the same old story regarding the Edmonton Oilers and their goaltending in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Stuart Skinner News / NHL Rumors / 1 hour ago

The Edmonton Oilers Have a Stuart Skinner Problem

The Edmonton Oilers are trailing in their series with the Vancouver Canucks 2-1 after losing Game 3 by a score of 4-3. What is becoming evident is that Stuart Skinner is not the goaltender who can lead the Oilers to a Stanley Cup.

NHL News / Yardbarker / 11 hours ago

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Tonight is the perfect type of night to trust in the two home teams and their explosive offenses to deliver us some winning props.

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Carson Soucy News / Pro Hockey Rumors / 1 hour ago

Canucks’ Carson Soucy suspended for Game 4

After announcing a player safety hearing for Canucks defenseman Carson Soucy on Monday morning, the NHL was swift with its decision.

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Leon Draisaitl seemingly dismisses Arturs Silovs' Game 3

Oilers star seemingly dismisses Arturs Silovs' performance in Game 3

A goaltender making more than 40 saves in winning a Stanley Cup Playoffs game is quite a feat, but Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl has a different take on the performance of Vancouver Canucks goalie Arturs Silovs on Sunday night.

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