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Edmonton Oilers (EDM)

Western – Pacific • Record: 8-2-1 (PTS 17)
Holding Pacific #1 — trying to stay ahead of Vegas Golden Knights (next in Pacific)
Magic # 141
Tragic # 151
On pace for 130 points • playoff line ≈ 98 points
+32 ahead of the line
Playoff odds 96.5%
Top 3 in division 92.4% • Wild card 4.1% • Division title 59.8%
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Can't clinch for at least 36 more games. Can't be eliminated for at least 38 more games. Scenarios →

Tonight’s rooting guide


Live rooting guide — it updates as games go final, so items may disappear.
Showing remaining games that can still affect your numbers.
Your game
  • If Edmonton Oilers beat Detroit Red Wings in regulation tonight, your Magic number -2.
    Magic -2
  • If Edmonton Oilers beat Detroit Red Wings in OT/SO tonight, your Magic number -2.
    Magic -2
  • If Edmonton Oilers lose to Detroit Red Wings in regulation tonight, your Tragic number -2.
    Tragic -2
  • If Edmonton Oilers lose to Detroit Red Wings in OT/SO tonight, your Magic number -1 and your Tragic number -1.
    Magic -1Tragic -1
Dig deeper: what-if explorer

What-if explorer

Drag the sliders — the numbers recalculate instantly using the site's real playoff math.
If Edmonton Oilers go 7-3-0 while Vegas Golden Knights go 6-4:
Magic # 141 → 126Magic -15 Tragic # 151 → 145Tragic -6
Assumes these games come against teams outside your race; every other rival's record stays as-is.
Frequently asked questions

What is the Edmonton Oilers magic number right now?

The Edmonton Oilers magic number is currently 141. Any combination of Edmonton Oilers points and losses by the team chasing them that adds up to 141 clinches a playoff spot.

What is the Edmonton Oilers tragic number?

The Edmonton Oilers tragic number is 151. When it hits 0 the team is mathematically eliminated from playoff contention. It shrinks when the Edmonton Oilers lose or when the team chasing them gains ground.

What are the Edmonton Oilers playoff odds?

Based on 10,000 simulations of the remaining schedule, the Edmonton Oilers make the playoffs in about 96.5% of outcomes.

What is a magic number in hockey?

A magic number is the combined total of points a team must earn (and its closest chaser must fail to earn) to guarantee a playoff spot. In the NHL it counts standings points, since wins are worth 2 points and overtime losses 1.

When did the Edmonton Oilers last make the playoffs?

The Edmonton Oilers last made the NHL playoffs in 2025-26 — the most recently completed season.

When did the Edmonton Oilers last win the Stanley Cup?

The Edmonton Oilers have won 5 Stanley Cup titles, most recently in 1989-90.

How often are these numbers updated?

Standings and magic numbers on Sports Magic Numbers refresh throughout the day and after every NHL game, so the numbers here reflect the live playoff race.

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