Calgary Flames 0–4 Edmonton Oilers: match recap

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Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers finished 0–4 (NHL) on October 29, 2026. Below: the form, standings and head-to-head record both teams took into the game.

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Match recap

Despite unavailable individual player stats, the Oilers' scoring advantage and home-ice factor proved decisive in the shutout victory.

The Oilers controlled the game from the outset, outscoring the Flames 4-0 according to the chart data, which gave them a massive 87.7% home share in the model's team form comparison. The scoring differential was the primary driver, with Edmonton netting four goals while Calgary was held off the scoreboard. Shot volume was even, but the Oilers capitalized on their chances, supported by the home-ice advantage. Notably, the Flames were without Jonathan Huberdeau (hip per Pat Steinberg) and Samuel Honzek (lower body), while Edmonton missed Zach Hyman (neck per ESPN) and Devon Levi (undisclosed per Jason Gregor), yet the depth and execution at home made the difference.

Key factors

  • Edmonton's +4 goal differential drove the team form comparison heavily in their favor.
  • Home-ice advantage boosted the Oilers' model share to 87.7%, reflecting a sharp performance advantage.
  • Calgary's injuries to key forwards like Huberdeau and Honzek likely limited offensive production.

The Analyst's take

This was a statement win for Edmonton, showcasing their ability to dominate at home even with key injuries.

Matchup comparison

Recent form: Calgary Flames, 4-1 in the last 5 games against 3-2 for Edmonton Oilers.

Matchup to watch: Calgary Flames’ attack (index 81) against Edmonton Oilers’ defence (index 114).

Matchup to watch: Edmonton Oilers’ attack (index 138) against Calgary Flames’ defence (index 119).

Recent form: last 5

Calgary Flames: 4 wins and 1 loss in the last 5, with 16 goals scored and 12 conceded.

Calgary Flames
Oct 27, 2026vs Toronto Maple LeafsW5–2
Oct 25, 2026vs Detroit Red WingsW4–1
Oct 23, 2026vs Minnesota WildW2–1
Oct 19, 2026vs Carolina HurricanesW3–2
Oct 16, 2026at Vegas Golden KnightsL2–6

Edmonton Oilers: 3 wins and 2 losses in the last 5, with 21 goals scored and 21 conceded.

Edmonton Oilers
Oct 27, 2026vs Detroit Red WingsL3–4
Oct 24, 2026vs Toronto Maple LeafsL2–7
Oct 23, 2026vs Carolina HurricanesW6–5
Oct 21, 2026vs Minnesota WildW4–3
Oct 18, 2026at Utah MammothW6–2

Results before kickoff, newest first.

Head-to-head

In the last 4 meetings on record, Calgary Flames won 3, Edmonton Oilers won 1.

Feb 5, 2026 · last seasonCalgary Flames4–3Edmonton Oilers
Dec 28, 2025 · last seasonCalgary Flames3–2Edmonton Oilers
Dec 24, 2025 · last seasonEdmonton Oilers5–1Calgary Flames
Oct 9, 2025 · last seasonEdmonton Oilers3–4Calgary Flames

Season so far

Calgary Flames are 21st of 32 on win rate after 11 games (5-6).

Edmonton Oilers are 3rd of 32 on win rate after 12 games (8-4).

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21Calgary Flames115628:41
3Edmonton Oilers128452:43

Team season model

  • Calgary Flames attack index 81: 19% less scoring per game than the league average.
  • Calgary Flames defence index 119: 19% more conceded per game than the league average.
  • Edmonton Oilers attack index 138: 38% more scoring per game than the league average.
  • Edmonton Oilers defence index 114: 14% more conceded per game than the league average.

Index 100 is the league average per game. Above 100 in attack means more scoring; below 100 in defence means fewer conceded.

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