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Registers two helpers in win Ekholm notched a pair of assists in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Kraken.

Impact One of the helpers came on the power play, as Ekholm set up an Adam Henrique goal in the first period. With five points over three outings since returning from a six-game absence due to an undisclosed injury, Ekholm is once again dialed in. The 34-year-old blueliner is up to 32 points (seven on the power play), 140 shots on net, 95 blocked shots, 30 PIM and a plus-13 rating over 63 appearances. He's on pace to record at least 35 points for the fourth time in his career.

MARCH 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins gets 4th career hat trick as Oilers hold on to beat Kraken 5-4

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored three goals for his fourth career hat trick, and the Edmonton Oilers held on to beat the Seattle Kraken 5-4

MARCH 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Mattias Ekholm Is The Third 99 Overall Player In NHL 25 Mattias Ekholm is officially the third player to receive a 99 overall card in NHL 25 Hockey Ultimate Team.

MARCH 20, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Defensive key Mattias Ekholm returns to bolster Edmonton Oilers lineup As well as his teammates did in attempting to fill the void, there is no real replacement for their most defensive-minded player.

MARCH 20, 2025 • EDMONTONJOURNAL.COM

Strong in return Ekholm scored a goal on three shots, added two assists, blocked four shots, logged two hits and went plus-3 in Tuesday's 7-1 win over Utah.

Impact Ekholm returned from a six-game absence due to an undisclosed injury. Even with a lopsided score in the Oilers' favor, Ekholm saw a hefty 21:27 of ice time to help secure the win, though it was his burst of offense that was most noticeable. This was his first multi-point effort since Jan. 27 versus the Kraken. The 34-year-old defenseman is up to nine goals, 30 points, 137 shots on net, 90 blocked shots, 41 hits, 28 PIM and a plus-13 rating over 61 appearances. As long as he stays healthy, he'll close out the regular season in a top-four role with the ability to chip in decent offense from the blue line.

MARCH 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hyman leads Oilers in 7-1 rout over Utah EDMONTON - Zach Hyman had two goals and an assist and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Connor McDavid and Mattias Ekholm all had a goal and two assists...

MARCH 19, 2025 • THESTAR.COM

Hyman has 2 goals and assist, Pickard stops 29 shots as Oilers beat Utah 7-1

Zach Hyman had two goals and an assist and Calvin Pickard stopped 29 shots as the Edmonton Oilers beat the Utah Hockey Club 7-1

MARCH 19, 2025 • Associated Press

HIGHLIGHTS | Ekholm Goal | Edmonton Oilers Mattias Ekholm scores on a snipe from the high slot to extend Edmonton's lead to 6-1 over Utah in the third period.

MARCH 19, 2025 • NHL.COM

HIGHLIGHTS | Hyman Goal (2) | Edmonton Oilers Mattias Ekholm banks a shot off Zach Hyman and in for Hyman's second goal of the game to make it 4-0 Oilers in the second period vs. Utah.

MARCH 19, 2025 • NHL.COM

OILERS TODAY | Pre-Game vs UTA | Edmonton Oilers Mattias Ekholm and Zach Hyman will step back into the lineup as the Oilers host the Utah Hockey Club on Tuesday night at Rogers Place.

MARCH 18, 2025 • NHL.COM

OILERS TODAY | Pre-Game vs UTA 03.18.25

MARCH 18, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Set to return Tuesday Ekholm (undisclosed) will be in the lineup Tuesday versus Utah, Tony Brar of Oilers TV reports.

Impact Ekholm will return to the lineup for the first time since March. 4 after missing the last six games due to his undisclosed injury. The veteran defenseman should slot in on the No. 1 pairing next to Evan Bouchard, but it remains to be seen if he'll receive a cap on his ice time. Jake Walman will slide down to the second pairing as a result of Ekholm's return.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from trip Ekholm (undisclosed) didn't travel with the Oilers for their three-game road trip, Daniel Nugent-Bowman of The Athletic reports Wednesday.

Impact Ekholm is not expected to rejoin the team during its trip, which means he will be out of action for at least the next three matchups. Troy Stecher should continue to see opportunities on the blue line with Ekholm unavailable, though John Klingberg (undisclosed) will also be in the mix once given the all-clear himself.

MARCH 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Monday Ekholm (undisclosed) won't play against Buffalo on Monday, per Jamie Umbach of the Oilers' official site.

Impact Ekholm is still day-to-day and will miss his third straight game. He has produced eight goals, 27 points, 134 shots on net, 86 blocked shots and 39 hits in 60 games this season. Due to Ekholm's absence, Jake Walman will skate alongside Evan Bouchard in Monday's lineup.

MARCH 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Edmonton Oilers' new additions beefing up the physicality The Oilers got the result they wanted not once but twice in a row without the services of their top defensive player, Mattias Ekholm.

MARCH 9, 2025 • EDMONTONJOURNAL.COM

Out of action Saturday Ekholm (undisclosed) will sit out Saturday's tilt versus Dallas, Oilers play-by-play announcer Jack Michaels reports.

Impact It will be the second straight game that Ekholm will sit out as he missed Thursday's game against Montreal. The 34-year-old veteran defenseman has eight goals, 19 assists and 134 shots on goal over 60 appearances this season. Look for Jake Walman to enter the lineup for the first time since his trade from San Jose on Thursday.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Thursday Ekholm (undisclosed) will not be in the lineup versus Montreal on Thursday, according to Bob Stauffer of the Oilers Radio Network.

Impact Ekholm has eight goals, 19 assists and 86 blocked shots across 60 games with the Oilers this season. He should be considered day-to-day at this time. The Oilers recalled defenseman Cam Dineen on an emergency basis Wednesday and he will enter the lineup against the Canadiens.

MARCH 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

RAW | Knoblauch 03.05.25 | Edmonton Oilers Kris updates the media on the status of Mattias Ekholm and talks about the team's play of late following Wednesday's practice.

MARCH 5, 2025 • NHL.COM

In doubt against Habs Ekholm is dealing with an undisclosed injury and is questionable to face Montreal on Thursday, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports.

Impact Despite putting up 11 shots in his last five games, Ekholm has been unable to find the back of the net. The blueliner did chip in two assists over that stretch and continues to see plenty of minutes with the second power-play unit. If Ekholm is unable to play Thursday, Troy Stecher figures to jump back into the lineup.

MARCH 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up power-play helper Ekholm registered a power-play assist and three shots on goal in Tuesday's 6-2 loss to the Ducks.

Impact Ekholm was just one of four Edmonton skaters to maintain an even plus-minus rating in the blowout loss. The 34-year-old defenseman also snagged a helper on Leon Draisaitl's first-period tally. With five points over his last nine games, Ekholm's doing alright on offense -- it's fairly typical production for a top-four defenseman, though Ekholm is typically stronger in his own zone. For the season, the Swede has 27 points (six on the power play), 134 shots on net, 86 blocked shots, 39 hits and a plus-10 rating over 60 appearances.

MARCH 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Scores in Saturday's loss Ekholm scored a goal and went minus-3 in Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Flyers.

Impact Ekholm's goal briefly tied the game at 3-3 in the second period, but the Oilers didn't have another comeback in them. The defenseman has two goals and five assists over his last eight NHL outings, and he was also on Sweden's roster during the 4 Nations Face-Off, so he didn't have a break over the last two weeks. The 34-year-old blueliner is now at eight goals, 25 points, 123 shots on net, 80 blocked shots and a plus-14 rating through 55 appearances.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Michkov, Couturier, and Tippett lead Flyers to 6-3 win over Oilers

Matvei Michkov and Sean Couturier each had a goal and two assists, Owen Tippett scored a pair of goals and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Edmonton Oilers 6-3

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • Associated Press

The US is already in the 4 Nations Face-Off Final. Will Canada join for a rivalry rematch?

The United States already has wrapped up a spot in the 4 Nations Face-Off championship by winning its first two games of the NHL-run international tournament

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 • Associated Press

4 Nations is an international 'coming out party' for Connor McDavid, finally playing for Canada

Connor McDavid played in the World Cup of Hockey in 2016, but it was with the 23-and-under Team North America, not Canada

FEBRUARY 13, 2025 • Associated Press

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The US is already in the 4 Nations Face-Off Final. Will Canada join for a rivalry rematch?

4 Nations is an international 'coming out party' for Connor McDavid, finally playing for Canada