"I think we played really, really well here," Koskinen said. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has been placed on injured reserve and he is expected to be out of the lineup for three to four weeks. {* backButton *} Ad Choices The Oilers were 2 for 9 on the power play, while the Jets went 1 for 3. But I think it just goes to show the way that we're rolling as a team right now, and individual stuff kind of comes from a team playing well. Nugent The 28-year-old has not played since December 31, when he suffered a lower-body injury against the Devils. Oilers' Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: Departs game with injury Mark Scheifele scored his 35th goal of the season, Axel Jonsson-Fjallby had a goal and assist, and Saku Maenalanen had two assists for the Jets (35-25-2), who have lost their past five games (0-4-1) and remained five points ahead of the idle Calgary Flames for the second wild card in the Western Conference. I think it just goes to show the way that we are rolling as a team right now. The Zamboni word mark and configuration of the Zamboni ice resurfacing machine are registered trademarks of Frank J. Zamboni & Co., Inc. Frank J. Zamboni & Co., Inc. 2023. Jonsson-Fjallby spoiled Skinner's shutout bid at 6:22 with a shot from the bottom of the right circle for his fifth. (approx 1 - 2 per week). Yamamoto's two goals in 40 seconds is the fastest pair of goals by an Oiler since Taylor Hall scored twice in eight seconds in 2013. We made them look a whole lot better than they are. Oilers: At Winnipeg on Saturday night to open a four-game trip. Flames swap Ritchie brothers, get Stecher from Arizona at trade deadline, CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. In a corresponding transaction, the team removed forward Kyle Turris from IR. Nugent Connor Hellebuyck gave up four goals on 24 shots through two periods, and David Rittich had seven saves in the third. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: News, Stats, Game Logs | RotoWire He had 11 goals in 63 games last season. Edmonton Oilers' Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (93) and Leon Draisaitl (29) celebrate a goal against the Winnipeg Jets during the first period of an NHL hockey game Watch as Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins drops the gloves with Toronto Maple Leafs' Justin Holl after he made a big hit on Kailer Yamamoto behind the net. NHL trade tracker: Latest deals and grades, NHL trade grades: Sabres smartly buy low on Greenway, NHL trade deadline 2023: Fantasy hockey live reaction, Flyers GM: Red Wings nixed van Riemsdyk trade, Avs' Makar OK'd to return 2nd time from protocol, Wild acquire defenseman Klingberg from Ducks, Sabres add size up front, get Greenway from Wild, Penguins acquire defenseman Kulikov from Ducks, Sources: No discipline for Watson hit on Motte, Surging Bruins fastest to 100 pts. "They have some great players, but I think we have great players too, and I think we can put up a better fight than this.". Look for additional updates regarding the 28-year-old in advance of Sunday's matinee in Carolina. They are a good team, theres no question about that. March 3, 2023, 8:50 PM. Two unlikely combatants: Oilers Nugent-Hopkins drops Leon Draisaitl and Kailer Yamamoto each had two goals and an assist, and Connor McDavid had three assists for his sixth straight multi point game for Edmonton. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: fantasynews | arena: nhl | pageType: stories | Guys are finding me with great passes," said Nugent-Hopkins, who has a career-high 77 points. Nugent-Hopkins made it 5-0 at 2:26 of the third period on a power play after receiving a touch pass by McDavid. I think it just goes to show the way that we are rolling as a team right now.. Well give you the latest news when it becomes available, or feel free to add some more selections to your settings. "I watched the replay and it was pretty cool," Yamamoto said. Since the two teams last met on New Year's Eve and the Jets came away with a 2-1 win, they have gone in opposite directions. in NHL history, Rangers, Bruins, other Beasts of the East feast on NHL trade deadline, Chasing history in Boston: The numbers behind the Bruins' wild 2022-23 season, McDavid, then who? Nugent You play a third of the game short-handed against that team, theyre going to make you look bad and they made us look bad tonight, Jets coach Rick Bowness said. Forward Vladislav Namestnikov, acquired by the Jets from the San Jose Sharks on Friday, is expected to meet the team in Winnipeg on Saturday. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press via AP), Winnipeg Jets' Josh Morrissey (44) and Edmonton Oilers' Zach Hyman (18) compete for the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game Friday, March 3, 2023, in Edmonton, Alberta. Comments are welcome while open. After Nino Niederreiter intercepted a pass by Vincent Desharnais, Scheifele scored on a one-timer from the left circle. All Rights Reserved. Winnipeg forward Pierre-Luc Dubois missed his second straight game with a lower-body injury. AP NHL: https://www.apnews.com/hub/NHL and https://www.twitter.com/AP_Sports, 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. The news just keeps getting Oilers: At Winnipeg on Saturday night to open a four-game trip. Nugent-Hopkins was injured in the New Years Eve matinee against the New Jersey Devils and flew back to Edmonton after the game for further evaluation. {* traditionalSignIn_signInButton *}, Comment and participate in our online community. account that can be used to sign in here. " I know that I need to step up a little bit offensively and help produce and still try to play that two-way game. I watched the replay and it was pretty cool, Yamamoto said. Nugent-Hopkins continued to put his stamp on the game midway through the second as he made a fine defensive play before sending a long stretch pass to send Yamamoto in on a breakaway, beating the Jets goalie with a deke. Coming into the game, Winnipeg had gone 12-11-1 in 2023 and had scored just 20 goals in their last nine outings. Customize your lineup with your favourite leagues and teams. "I thought the third period was a little better, but overall it wasn't a good game.". Derek Van Diest By checking this box, I agree to the terms of service and privacy policy of Rogers Media. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press via AP), Winnipeg Jets' Nino Niederreiter (62) skates against the Edmonton Oilers during the first period of an NHL hockey game Friday, March 3, 2023, in Edmonton, Alberta. Nugent-Hopkins broke up a Winnipeg rush just inside the Edmonton zone and then fired a pass to Yamamoto, who was waiting at the far blue line. Yamamoto then scored twice 40 seconds apart to push the Oilers' lead to 4-0 midway through the middle period. "At the same time, 'Stu' made some good saves for us to make sure we could get going and get our offense rolling, and I thought it was a pretty solid 60 minutes for us.". Axel Jonsson Fjallby had a goal and an assist, and Mark Scheifele and Brendan Dillon also scored for the Jets, who lost their fifth straight (0-4-1) and seventh in the last eight (1-6-1). He now has eight goals on the season, including four in the last five games. Nugent-Hopkins, too, was injured Saturday against the Panthers. Next, select your favourite teams and leagues and well show you their latest news and scores in the My Favourites section of the home page. Privacy Policy Draisaitl gave the Oilers a 1-0 lead at 2:06 of the first period, scoring on a one-timer from the goal line on a power play. 1 overall pick, has seven goals and 37 points in 45 games for Edmonton this season, and like leading scorers Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, he is relied upon to amass a considerable amount of ice time. Jonsson-Fjallby spoiled Skinner's shutout bid at 6:22 with a shot from the bottom of the right circle for his fifth. All Rights Reserved. We made them look a whole lot better than they are. 12, 1993. An error has occurred while trying to update your details. Edmonton Oilers place centre Ryan Nugent-Hopkins "I thought the third period was a little better, but overall, it wasn't a good game.". Video is unavailable. Sorry we could not verify that email address. Yamamoto then scored twice 40 seconds apart to push the Oilers' lead to 4-0 midway through the middle period. I think it just goes to show the way that we are rolling as a team right now.. I thought the third period was a little better, but overall it wasnt a good game, Jonsson-Fjallby said. NHL.com is the official web site of the National Hockey League. Ive never coached a team, I dont think, that was so undisciplined and took so many penalties. Against the Flyers, Draisaitl had a goal and two assists, McDavid had a goal and an assist and Mikko Koskinen made 39 saves en route to the victory. Watch as Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins drops the gloves with Toronto Maple Leafs Justin Holl after he made a big hit on Kailer Yamamoto behind the net. Niederreiter had an assist for his first point in two games with the Jets since being acquired from the Nashville Predators on Feb. 25. The Oilers were 2 for 9 on the power play, while the Jets went 1 for 3. I thought the third period was a little better, but overall it wasnt a good game, Jonsson-Fjallby said. Forgot your Nugent-Hopkins doubled the lead 1:44 into the second as his shot from between the circles beat Hellebuyck between the blocker and his pad. Your existing password has not been changed. By checking this box, I agree to the terms of service and privacy policy of Rogers Media. We built a big lead and found a way to get the win.. Welcome to NHL.com, the official site of the National Hockey League, Bienvenue LNH.com , le site officiel de la Ligue nationale de hockey, Tervetuloa NHL:n viralliselle nettisivustolle NHL.comiin, Vlkommen till NHL.com, NHL:s officiella web-sida, Vtejte na NHL.com, oficilnch strnkch National Hockey League, Vitajte na NHL.com, oficilnych strnkach National Hockey League, Willkommen auf NHL.com, der offiziellen Seite der National Hockey League, Bienvenido a NHL.com, el sitio oficial de la National Hockey League, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored 2 goals and 2 assists, Connor McDavid earned 3 assists, helping the Oilers earn a 6-3 win over the Jets. Nugent-Hopkins got his career-high 30th from between the circles off a pass from McDavid on a power play at 2:26 of the third to make it 5-0. We use cookies to improve your experience. The Jets finally got one past Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner four minutes later as Jonsson-Fjallby jumped up to pick up a rebound to record his fifth. Edmonton Oilers Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Out With Injury - Last I think they did an unbelievable job.". My point is we made it very easy for them to play their game.". The teams play each other again on Saturday in Winnipeg, the start of a three-game homestand for the Jets and a four-game road trip for the Oilers. The Associated Press contributed to this report. The helper ended Nugent-Hopkins' two-game mini-slump, his longest drought since mid-January. Ryan Nugent Hopkinss Injured He was on the injured reserve on Thursday. Nugent-Hopkins Placed on IR The Oilers placed forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins on the injured reserve list on Thursday. EDMONTON, Alberta -- Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had two goals and two assists as the Edmonton Oilers beat the Winnipeg Jets 6-3 Friday night for their second straight win. "Guys are finding me with great passes. Center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, out with upper-body Nugent-Hopkins took a hit along the boards in the first period by the Panthers' Ryan Lomberg, missing the final nine minutes of the frame. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had two goals and two assists as the Edmonton Oilers won their second game in a row, defeating the visiting Winnipeg Jets 6-3 on Friday.