What happened: The Edmonton Oilers reached the quarter-mark of the 2026-27 regular season with a 14-3-3 record. The start marks just the third time in
Why it matters: Prior Edmonton teams that limited regulation losses to three through 20 games went on to win the Stanley Cup in 1984 and 1985. The strong opening stretch reinforces the Edmonton Oilers as premier contenders in the Western Conference.
By the numbers: Through 20 games, Edmonton sits at 14-3-3 with a .733 points percentage. The only other seasons in 825) and 1984-85 (14-3-3, .733), both of which concluded with Stanley Cup championships.
What to watch: Edmonton looks to maintain its division-leading pace as the regular-season schedule heads into late November.