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Oilers’ Turbulent Week: Kapanen Out, Walman Activated as Results Slide

Persistent line juggling coincides with a surge in Grade A chances against, raising fresh doubts about the Oilers’ physical edge.

New York Islanders forward Kyle Palmieri knocks Ottawa Senators forward Claude Giroux to the ice on Saturday at the Canadian Tire Centre. The Senators ended up losing 5-4, but Giroux said it's not time to panic. 'We've got to make sure we're more consistent in how we want to play, our identity,' he said.
Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid battles for the puck against Detroit Red Wings defenceman Moritz Seider and forward Emmitt Finnie during the first period at Little Caesars Arena on October 19, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
New York Islanders’ Anders Lee (27) celebrates his game-winning goal with Mathew Barzal as Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark sits in his crease.
Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes (75) makes a save against Buffalo Sabres' Tage Thompson (72) during second period NHL hockey action in Montreal on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025.

Overview

  • Team insider Bob Stauffer said Kasperi Kapanen will be out "a little while" after going hard into the boards against Detroit.
  • Since recent lineup changes, Edmonton has gone 1–3 and yielded about 60 Grade A chances while generating 36, with the lone win hinging on a standout performance by goalie Stuart Skinner.
  • Coach Kris Knoblauch drew criticism for scratching Noah Philp to insert Jack Roslovic, then brought Philp back against Detroit, where he scored.
  • Experiments with David Tomasek, Adam Henrique and Trent Frederic at centre have not solved the problems, according to local analysis focused on fit and effectiveness.
  • The club activated defenseman Jake Walman from injured reserve as commentators highlight Edmonton’s second-last ranking in hits per 60 and call out diminished forechecking.