Oilers Seek Sixth Straight Victory Over Golden Knights

High Stakes in Edmonton

On Saturday, April 4, the Edmonton Oilers will host the Vegas Golden Knights at Rogers Place, kicking off at 10 p.m. ET. The Oilers, fresh off an overtime win against the Knights last Thursday, are eyeing a repeat as they close a four‑game home stand.

Standings and Momentum

Edmonton (39‑28‑9, 87 points) sits tied for the Pacific Division lead with the Anaheim Ducks, three points ahead of Vegas (34‑26‑16, 84 points). The Oilers have ridden a five‑game winning streak, outscoring opponents 19‑8, largely on the back of Connor McDavid’s 10 points in that span. Vegas, seventh in the Western Conference, trails the Oilers by three points and will need a win to stay within striking distance.

Playoff Implications

A victory would give Edmonton a record‑setting sixth consecutive win over the Knights, bolstering its playoff positioning. The Knights, meanwhile, are fighting to close the gap in the West and improve a season where they have trailed for 41.8% of game time, the third‑highest rate among playoff teams since 1987‑88.

How to Watch

U.S. viewers can catch the game on ESPN+ and on local sports networks that carry the NHL’s national feed. Streaming platforms offering the broadcast include the ESPN app and the league’s own service, NHL TV.