NHL, Oilers and Savoie

Oilers’ recall possibilities lack strong prospect option with Matt Savoie in the NHL
After Savoie's recall, are there any young players in Bakersfield who can follow in his footsteps and help Edmonton?
It’s Matthew Savoie Time — What the Oilers can expect from their top prospect
When Ryan McLeod was traded to the Buffalo Sabres for Matthew Savoie, it was generally received positively among fans in Edmonton. McLeod had been a very good third-line center with a defensive focus and he had some utility as a winger higher in the lineup.
Oilers' Matthew Savoie: First NHL point
It was his first NHL point in his second NHL game. Savoie fed the NHL's leading goal guy, Leon Draisaitl, at the mid-point of the first period to put Edmonton up 2-1. The 21-year-old forward has 13 goals and 24 assists for 37 points in 45 games with the AHL's Bakersfield Condors this season.
Why Matt Savoie’s effective Oilers debut matters with NHL trade deadline looming
The Oilers’ overall performance was dreadful Saturday, but Savoie’s effort was potentially impactful in the bigger and long-term picture.
Watch: Matt Savoie scores first NHL point in first game with Oilers
It didn’t take long for Matt Savoie to make his impact felt for the Edmonton Oilers. After months of grinding away in the American Hockey League, working on his game and doing everything asked of him,
Matt Savoie Set To Make Team Debut
Edmonton Oilers prospect center Matt Savoie is set to make his team debut on Saturday afternoon against the Philadelphia Flyers. Savoie logged one NHL game last season with the Buffalo Sabres. During his brief taste of the NHL,
Oilers' Matthew Savoie: Set for team debut
Savoie will be recalled from AHL Bakersfield ahead of Saturday's game versus the Flyers, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports.
Matthew Savoie will make his Oilers debut this weekend
Matt Savoie will make his Edmonton Oilers debut this weekend. Technically, it won’t be his NHL debut as he played one game with the Buffalo Sabres last season.
Oilers give Matthew Savoie his shot ahead of the NHL trade deadline
The Oilers have made the smart decision to call Matthew Savoie up and give him his NHL debut for the team ahead of the Mar. 7 trade deadline.
Top prospect Matthew Savoie to make Oilers debut on road trip
A new face is set to join the Edmonton Oilers. Top prospect Matthew Savoie participated in practice on Tuesday and will play during the team's upcoming five-game road trip, head coach Kris Knoblauch said.
Edmonton Oilers Recall Matt Savoie From Bakersfield Condors
The Edmonton Oilers have recalled forward Matt Savoie from the Bakersfield Condors, it was announced Friday. Savoie, who was acquired by the Oilers last summer, has spent the entire season to date with the Condors,
Oilers Star Gives Rookie His Moment
Everyone knows that Matt Savoie registered the first point of his Oilers tenure (and career) with his assist on Leon ...
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PROJECTED LINEUP: Savoie to make Oilers debut on Saturday against Flyers
The 21-year-old forward from St. Albert will suit up for the Oilers against the Flyers on Saturday afternoon on a line with ...
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Oilers confirm healthy scratch, new lineup for first game after 4 Nations Break
The Edmonton Oilers took to the ice today for practice in Philadelphia to prepare for their first game after the 4 Nations ...
Which Oilers' Center Should Play With Savoie??
Good things come to those who wait.
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Better Lait Than Never: Canada vs. USA, Matthew Savoie travels with the Oilers, and Connor McDavid
It’s Wednesday afternoon, and I missed the podcast last week, which means there’s plenty to talk about in today’s episode of ...
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Two forwards join Oilers practice while on 4 Nations Break, Roster Move expected for top prospect
The Edmonton Oilers held their first official team practice today after the 4 Nations faceoff break began, which saw both ...
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BLOG: Savoie prepared for Oilers opportunity coming out of the break
The 21-year-old winger has earned an opportunity to stay with the Oilers coming out of the 4 Nations Face-Off break after ...