Devon Levi returned to the Edmonton Oilers lineup Saturday after the team activated the goaltender from injured reserve ahead of its game against the Vancouver Canucks.
Levi stopped 20 shots in Edmonton’s 4-2 victory at Rogers Place, helping the Oilers improve to 12-3-3 on the season.
The 24-year-old had missed seven games after suffering a lower-body injury during Edmonton’s 6-5 overtime win over the Carolina Hurricanes on October 22.
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Devon Levi: Levi returns after strong start
Before the injury, Levi had quickly established himself as an important part of Edmonton’s crease after joining the team in the off-season.
He went 6-1-0 with a 3.11 goals-against average and an .887 save percentage in his first seven appearances of the season.
Levi also won six of his previous seven starts before being sidelined, including a 9-7 win over Vancouver on October 1.
He was activated alongside veteran forward Zach Hyman, who also returned after missing five games with a neck injury.
Oilers make corresponding goalie move
Edmonton loaned goaltender Matt Tomkins to the American Hockey League’s Bakersfield Condors after Levi was cleared to return.
Tomkins had made two starts for the Oilers during the injury absences, including a 28-save win against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden.
Tristan Jarry dressed as Levi’s backup against Vancouver after missing Edmonton’s previous game because of illness.
The move gives head coach Mike Babcock two experienced NHL goaltenders while the Oilers continue managing a crowded injury list.
Levi helps Oilers hold off Vancouver
Mattias Ekholm opened the scoring for Edmonton before Vancouver’s Max Sasson tied the game late in the first period.
Jason Dickinson restored the Oilers’ lead early in the third period, and Leon Draisaitl added a power-play goal before scoring into an empty net.
Connor McDavid recorded three assists and extended his season-opening point streak to 18 games.
Levi made several important saves after Vancouver cut the deficit to one goal late in the third period.
The win ended Edmonton’s two-game slide and extended Vancouver’s losing streak to five games, according to the official game summary.
What comes next for Edmonton’s crease
Levi’s return gives Edmonton another option after he took over much of the starting workload during the club’s strong opening stretch.
Jarry remains part of the goaltending picture, while Frederik Andersen is also listed among the team’s injured players.
How the starts are distributed will likely depend on Levi’s recovery, Jarry’s health and the Oilers’ schedule over the next several weeks.
For now, Levi’s immediate return provided Edmonton with a positive result and reinforced the value of the early-season form that earned him the starting opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Devon Levi miss seven games?
Levi missed seven games after suffering a lower-body injury during Edmonton’s October 22 overtime win over Carolina.
When did the Oilers activate Devon Levi?
The Oilers activated Levi from injured reserve on Saturday, November 7, 2026, before facing the Vancouver Canucks.
How did Devon Levi play in his return?
Levi stopped 20 shots as Edmonton defeated Vancouver 4-2 at Rogers Place.
What was Devon Levi’s record before the injury?
Levi had a 6-1-0 record, a 3.11 goals-against average and an .887 save percentage in seven appearances.
Which player was sent to the AHL after Levi returned?
The Oilers loaned goaltender Matt Tomkins to the Bakersfield Condors after activating Levi.
Fact-Checked: Key roster, injury, game and statistical details were checked against official Edmonton Oilers and NHL information published on November 7 and 8, 2026.
Disclaimer: Injury status and projected playing roles can change as the Oilers release further updates.