RYAN NUGENT-HOPKINS NEWS

Fills empty cage Nugent-Hopkins scored an empty-net goal on three shots and added two hits in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Kings in Game 5.

Impact Nugent-Hopkins has gotten on the scoresheet in all three of the Oilers' wins in this first-round series. He has two goals, one assist, 10 shots on net, four hits, three blocked shots and a plus-1 rating over five playoff contests. He remains firmly in a top-six role and on the first power-play unit, so he should be a decent source of scoring.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mattias Janmark's goal sends dominant Oilers past Kings 3-1. They take a 3-2 series lead to Edmonton

Mattias Janmark scored the tiebreaking goal with 12:48 left in the third period, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Los Angeles Kings 3-1 for their third consecutive victory and a 3-...

7 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Helps out on power play Nugent-Hopkins notched a power-play assist and three shots on goal in Sunday's 4-3 overtime win over the Kings in Game 4.

Impact Nugent-Hopkins has a goal and an assist over his last two games. His helper Sunday was his first power-play point since April 1 versus the Golden Knights. The 32-year-old continues to fill a top-six role, but so far in the playoffs, he's been more of a supporting player rather than a scoring leader. He's added seven shots on net, two hits, two blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating over four postseason outings.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Strikes early in win Nugent-Hopkins scored a goal on two shots and went plus-2 in Friday's 7-4 win over the Kings in Game 3.

Impact Nugent-Hopkins opened the scoring just 2:49 into the game. This ended an 11-game goal drought for the 32-year-old, who had just one assist in that span. He was limited to 49 points in 78 regular-season contests, his lowest output in four years. He'll continue to see top-six minutes and power-play time, but Nugent-Hopkins doesn't produce offense at the same level as some of the Oilers' other top-six players.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Oilers beat Los Angeles 7-4 to cut the Kings' series lead to 2-1

Evander Kane and Evan Bouchard scored in a 10-second span in the third period and the Edmonton Oilers beat Los Angeles 7-4 on Friday night to cut the Kings’ series lead to 2-1

4 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Evander Kane makes season debut, John Klingberg also returns from injury for Oilers in Game 2 vs LA

Veteran forward Evander Kane is making his season debut for the Edmonton Oilers in Game 2 of their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series with the Los Angeles Kings

6 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Playing against Kings Nugent-Hopkins (illness) will be in the lineup versus Los Angeles on Monday, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports.

Impact Nugent-Hopkins will return following a three-game stint on the shelf. Prior to his absence, the 32-year-old center was struggling to produce offensively with just one helper in his last seven outings. Nugent-Hopkins should step into a top-six role, especially with Leon Draisaitl (undisclosed) still out, in addition to seeing power-play opportunities.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Sunday Nugent-Hopkins (illness) won't be in the lineup against Winnipeg on Sunday, per Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton.

Impact Nugent-Hopkins will miss his third straight game. Edmonton hosts the Kings on Monday before wrapping up the regular season versus San Jose on Wednesday. It's unclear if the 32-year-old forward will play before the beginning of the playoffs. He has amassed 20 goals, 49 points and 160 shots on net across 76 outings this season.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

McDavid, Oilers wrap up a playoff spot with a 4-2 victory over the Sharks

Connor McDavid had four assists and the Edmonton Oilers wrapped up a playoff spot with a 4-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Friday night

APRIL 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not playing Friday Nugent-Hopkins (illness) will not play Friday versus the Sharks, Tony Brar of Oilers TV reports.

Impact Nugent-Hopkins will miss his second straight game. The Oilers got Connor McDavid (lower body) back Wednesday versus the Blues, so they won't miss Nugent-Hopkins as much for this contest, but they also have no need to rush him back. His next chance to play is Sunday in Winnipeg.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Oilers close in on playoff spot with 4-3 victory over the Blues

Connor Brown scored twice, Connor McDavid had three assists in his return to the lineup and the injury-riddled Edmonton Oilers moved within a hair of wrapping up a playoff spot, be...

APRIL 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins ill, other Oilers ace out longer than expected Ouch! Ryan Nugent-Hopkins ill, other Oilers ace out longer than expected

APRIL 9 • EDMONTONJOURNAL.COM

Another one bites the dust: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins ill, doubtful for tonight's game Injury woes explode: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins doubtful for tonight's game

APRIL 9 • EDMONTONJOURNAL.COM

Set to miss out Wednesday Nugent-Hopkins is dealing with an illness and is doubtful against St. Louis on Wednesday, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports.

Impact Nugent-Hopkins' pending absence will not only force the Oilers to play a man short Wednesday but also leaves the team without its top three centers as Connor McDavid (lower body) and Leon Draisaitl (undisclosed) remain sidelined. The 31-year-old Nugent-Hopkins hasn't exactly excelled without the aforementioned superstar duo, going seven games without a goal and adding just one assist over that stretch.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies power-play helper Nugent-Hopkins notched a power-play assist and three shots on goal in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Golden Knights.

Impact Nugent-Hopkins had gone three games without a point entering Tuesday. He bounced back by setting up Leon Draisaitl's go-ahead goal in the second period. Nugent-Hopkins had 11 points across 14 outings in March, and he's up to 49 points (20 on the power play), 152 shots on net, 45 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating through 73 appearances this season. He'll likely center the second line until Connor McDavid (lower body) is healthy enough to play again.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Kraken play the Oilers on losing streak

The Seattle Kraken aim to break their three-game skid when they play the Edmonton Oilers

MARCH 27 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Edmonton takes on Dallas following Nugent-Hopkins' hat trick

The Edmonton Oilers host the Dallas Stars after Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' hat trick against the Seattle Kraken in the Oilers' 5-4 win

MARCH 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Deadspin | Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' hat trick lifts Oilers over Kraken Deadspin | Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' hat trick lifts Oilers over Kraken

MARCH 24 • DEADSPIN.COM

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' hat trick lifts Oilers over Kraken Ryan Nugent-Hopkins posted his fourth career hat trick to lead the host Edmonton Oilers to a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Saturday...

MARCH 23 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Carries load in win Nugent-Hopkins posted a hat trick, five shots on net and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Kraken.

Impact Nugent-Hopkins had goals at even strength and on the power play in the second period, and he added a shorthanded empty-netter that stood as the game-winner in the third. The 31-year-old is poised to be the Oilers' top-line center until one of Connor McDavid (lower body) or Leon Draisaitl (undisclosed) returns from injury. Nugent-Hopkins has been surging lately with nine points and a plus-7 rating over his last four games, and he's finding success in all situations. For the season, he's at 20 goals, 48 points, 140 shots on net and a plus-7 rating through 69 appearances.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Three more points in big win Nugent-Hopkins scored a shorthanded goal on four shots, dished two assists and went plus-4 in Tuesday's 7-1 win over Utah.

Impact Nugent-Hopkins looks set to stay at center for a while, Ryan Rishaug of TSN reports, as head coach Kris Knoblauch was pleased with how Tuesday's game went. The 31-year-old Nugent-Hopkins still saw some shifts higher in the lineup, but a prolonged stay on the third line could hurt his offense a bit. That said, momentum is on his side -- he snapped a 10-game goal drought Tuesday and has six points over his last two outings. For the season, he's at 17 goals, 45 points, 132 shots on net and a plus-6 rating through 67 appearances.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

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 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sets up all three goals in win Nugent-Hopkins notched three assists, including one on the power play, in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Rangers.

Impact This was Nugent-Hopkins' first multi-point effort since Feb. 23, and he had been limited to just two assists over his previous nine games. He set up tallies by Corey Perry, Viktor Arvidsson and Connor McDavid in Sunday's victory. Nugent-Hopkins is up to 16 goals, 26 helpers, 128 shots on net, 43 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating over 66 appearances. Whether he's at center or on the wing at even strength, he remains on the top power-play unit, where he's earned 18 of his 42 points this season.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Arvidsson scores go-ahead goal as Oilers beat Rangers 3-1

Viktor Arvidsson scored the tiebreaking goal just early in the third period and the Edmonton Oilers beat the New York Rangers 3-1

MARCH 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS