EDMONTON – The Edmonton Oilers are building their sense of belief. After trailing the San Jose Sharks 3-0 heading into the third period on Thursday, the Oilers scored four unanswered goals en route to a 4-3 overtime win. Edmonton Oilers players celebrate a goal against the San Jose Sharks during third period NHL action, in Edmonton on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. That’s a good example, right there.”First period lapses have troubled Edmonton (28-19-8) in recent games. Oilers defenceman Bouchard and Mattias Ekholm have also been hot, with each finding the scoreboard in four straight outings.