The Oilers have been riding a wave of momentum lately, stringing together some crucial victories to climb the Pacific Division standings. Here are the key storylines surrounding the team right now and their upcoming schedule for the week of March 29 – April 4, 2026.
McDavid Reclaims the Scoring Lead
Connor McDavid continues to redefine offensive brilliance. Following a three-point performance (one goal, two assists) in a 4-2 win against the Anaheim Ducks on March 28, McDavid has moved back into the top spot for the NHL scoring lead.
New Prospect Signed
On Friday, March 27, the Oilers announced they signed 21-year-old Czech defenceman Tomas Cibulka to a two-year entry-level contract starting in the 2026–27 season.
Cibulka previously helped Czechia win a bronze medal at the 2024 World Junior Championship.
Roster Tweaks and Free Agency Chatter
With the playoffs approaching, the front office is already being scrutinized for the upcoming offseason. General manager Stan Bowman is projected to have around $16.74 million in cap space. Conversations are heating up around what the team will do with aging pending unrestricted free agents (UFAs) like 36-year-old Adam Henrique, as younger internal options like Josh Samanski begin to solidify their roles. The team also recently recalled forward James Hamblin from the American Hockey League’s Bakersfield Condors.
Oilers Upcoming Schedule
The Oilers are currently enjoying a critical homestand at Rogers Place in Edmonton. They have three matchups over the next seven days, offering them a great opportunity to lock down essential points before they hit the road again next week.
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time (EDT) |
| Tuesday, March 31 | vs. Seattle Kraken | Rogers Place | 9:00 PM |
| Thursday, April 2 | vs. Chicago Blackhawks | Rogers Place | 9:00 PM |
| Saturday, April 4 | vs. Vegas Golden Knights | Rogers Place | 10:00 PM |
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