Takeaways from the Ducks 5-2 Loss to the Oilers

TRENDINGDodgers return to NLCSRays sweep YankeesBrewers clinch NLCSValkyries, Dream win Game 2sNFL Power RankingsStory byStory byTakeaways from the Ducks 5-2 Loss to the OilersPatrick PresentThu, October 8, 2026 at 5:13 AM UTC·4 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesGame #3: Ducks vs. Oilers Gameday Preview (10/07/26)The Hockey News' Derek Lee previews the Anaheim Ducks' matchup against the Edmonton Oilers.The Hockey News - Anaheim DucksTST Best Bets: October 7, 2026The Anaheim Ducks finish off their two-game homestead against the Edmonton Oilers tonight.The Sporting TribuneOilers vs Ducks Prediction, Picks, NHL Odds for Wednesday, October 7If you want more Action Network content, be sure to add us as a preferred source on Google. The Edmonton Oilers (2-0-1) and Anaheim Ducks (2-0-0) will meet in aAction NetworkAdvertisementAdvertisementOilers At Ducks: Playoff Repeat Or Redemption?The Edmonton Oilers are playing the Anaheim Ducks for the first time since they ended their season in the first round last spring.The Hockey News - Edmonton OilersOilers blitz past Ducks with 5-goal second periodAnaheim fired out with two power play goals in the first period, but Edmonton swung all the way back to exact a smidge of playoff revenge.The Sporting TribuneEvan Bouchard continues historic start, Oilers pummel Ducks in 2nd period in 5-2 win(AP) — Evan Bouchard had two goals and an assist to become the second defenseman in NHL history with at least six goals through the first four games of a season, and the Edmonton Oilers used a five-goal second period to beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-2 on Wednesday night.Bouchard has a league-leading six goals through four games.Associated PressHow to watch Oilers vs Ducks: NHL, live stream, TV channelThe Edmonton Oilers begin a three-game California road trip when they visit the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night at Honda Center. How to Watch Oilers vs Ducks Edmonton has earned five of a possible six points during its 2-0-1 start,…The Big LeadNHL Predictions Tonight: Expert Picks, Best Bets for Wednesday, October 7If you want more Action Network content, be sure to add us as a preferred source on Google. This is Daily Dangles, a column featuring our top expert’s NHLAction NetworkDarcy Kuemper bounces back in Kings’ 2-1 loss to PanthersThe Los Angeles Kings opened their home slate in the 2026-27 campaign with an early-season test against the odds-on favorites to win the Stanley Cup, seeking their first victory of the season and the first of the Peter Laviolette era in the 60th season of Kings hockey.The Sporting TribuneNHL Hart Trophy Rankings: Multiple Oilers Stars Lead Early-Season MVP CandidatesWhich players would be considered for the most prestigious individual award in the NHL after the first week of the 2026-27 season? Andre Leal takes a look at the early top five Hart Trophy candidates in our weekly award rankings series.The Hockey NewsFormer Avalanche Cup Champion Finally Looks Like Himself Again — But It Still Wasn’t EnoughDarcy Kuemper turned in his best performance of the season against Florida, but the former Avalanche Stanley Cup champion still couldn't lead the Kings to their first win.The Hockey News - Colorado AvalanchePanthers Will Look To Get Special Teams Going As Season Opening Road Trip Concludes In Los AngelesFlorida looks to sharpen a struggling penalty kill and spark the power play against a high-scoring Kings squad as their season-opening road trip reaches its final stop.The Hockey News - Florida PanthersSome things to like, and some things to not like from Penguins first three gamesThere has been some good and some bad through the first three games of the 2026-27 Pittsburgh Penguins season.SB NationKings' disparity in special teams makes difference in loss to PanthersIn the Los Angeles Kings’ first home game of the season, their penalty kill made its presence felt, but their power play didn’t.The Sporting TribuneKuemper Shines, But Kings Offense Falls Flat in Home OpenerDarcy Kuemper stopped 26 of 28 shots in a strong return to Crypto.com Arena, but the Kings’ power play and offense couldn’t do enough in a 2-1 loss to Florida.The Hockey News - Los Angeles KingsKings Were Sloppy On Special Teams Against the PanthersLOS ANGELES — The Kings were clawed out by the Panthers 2-1. Los Angeles remains win-less through the first three games.The Hockey News - Los Angeles KingsThree Things To Watch in Tonight's Predators at Maple Leafs MatchupThe Nashville Predators begin a three-game Canadian road trip against the Toronto Maple Leafs.Nashville Predators On SINashville Predators 'learning things the hard way' in OT loss to Toronto Maple LeafsThe Nashville Predators fell 5-4 in overtime to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Oct. 6, losing on an overtime goal by Auston Matthews.The TennesseanPens Points: Third Period Problems PersistOn Saturday night, the Pittsburgh Penguins surrendered three third period goals to squander a 5-1 lead, but they were ultimately able to recover and win in overtime. On Monday night against the Winnipeg Jets, the Penguins allowed another three goals in the final frame to once again give up a lead they began the period […]SB Nation1 player prop bet for each NHL game (Oct. 7)Three awesome NHL games on the slate. 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