Edmonton Oilers now ‘Canada’s team’ among Canadians, rival fans: poll

Canadians are rallying behind the Edmonton Oilers ahead of the Stanley Cup final, though some more than others, according to a new poll. The survey, conducted exclusively for Global News by Ipsos, suggests 57 per cent of Canadians back Connor McDavid’s squad as they prepare to face the Florida Panthers. That’s compared to just nine … Read more

Edmonton Oilers prepare for Stanley Cup Final against Florida Panthers

The Edmonton Oilers are where they have long expected themselves to be, which is playing for the Stanley Cup. The Oilers open the best-of-seven NHL championship Saturday night against the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Fla. Edmonton makes its first Stanley Cup final appearance since 2006, when the Oilers lost in seven … Read more

5 things to know about NHL playoffs as final 4 teams prepare for Game 5s

The Edmonton Oilers beat the Dallas Stars 5-2 on Wednesday night to tie the best-of-seven Western Conference final at two games apiece. Connor McDavid had three assists for the hometown Oilers, who will return to Dallas for Game 5 on Friday night. Comebacks The Stars jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead in Game 4 … Read more