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Oilers' Bowman cannot risk more mistakes with bad contract extensions...

Mar 8, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Trent Frederic (10) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images | Stephen R. S...

Mia Martinez Fri Jun 12 2026

Trading Darnell Nurse could give the Oilers much needed cap relief...

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Jan 6, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defensemen Darnell Nurse (25) and Nashville Predators forward Ryan O'Reilly (90) battle along the boards for a loose puck during the second period at Rogers Place. Man...

Daniel Wilson Fri Jun 12 2026

The Oilers need to restructure their very concerning salary cap outlook...

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Jan 24, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defensemen Darnell Nurse (25) and Washington Capitals forward Ryan Leonard (9) battle for a loose puck during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Per...

Isabella Anderson Thu Jun 11 2026

Better coach candidates the Oilers should consider before Mike Babcock...

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Apr 9, 2022; Boston, MA, USA; Denver Pioneers head coach David Carle talks with his team during a timeout during the third period of the 2022 Frozen Four college ice hockey national championship game against the Minnesot...

Emma Johnson Thu Jun 11 2026

Oilers' attempt to hire Mike Babcock continues to backfire...

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Sep 28, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock talks to the media after a win over the Detroit Red Wings at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | John E. ...

Daniel Wilson Wed Jun 10 2026

The Oilers rumoured goalie acquisition seems like all smoke after all...

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Oct 1, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Red Wings goaltender Sebastian Cossa (33) defends the net against the Chicago Blackhawks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images | Jamie Sabau-Imagn Image...

Michael Brown Wed Jun 10 2026

One Oilers player will reportedly opt out if Babcock is hired...

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Oct 21, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock during the post game press conference against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Scotiabank Arena. Columbus defeated Toronto in overtime. Mandato...

Sophia Davis Wed Jun 10 2026

Hiring Mike Babcock would send the wrong message to Oilers veterans...

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Red Wings coach Mike Babcock, Henrik Zetterberg and Pavel Datsyuk watch the action during third period action in Game 6 against the Phoenix Coyotes on Sunday, April 25 , 2010, at Joe Louis Arena. Wings 032510 Kd029 | KIR...

Isabella Anderson Tue Jun 09 2026

Oilers set to have competition for Connor Ingram as rival Canadian team has interest...

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Apr 24, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Anaheim Ducks left wing Jeffrey Viel (28) attacks a goal against Edmonton Oilers goaltender Connor Ingram (39) during the second period of game three of the first round of the 2026...

Emma Johnson Tue Jun 09 2026

The Oilers could benefit from the Toronto Marlies' Calder cup run...

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Feb 3, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman (18) looks for a loose puck in front of Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz (41) during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credi...

Olivia Moore Tue Jun 09 2026

The Oilers should NOT hire former Maple Leafs bench boss Mike Babcock...

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Nov 30, 2015; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock yells from behind the bench against the Edmonton Oilers at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-Imagn Images | Tom Szczerb...

John Smith Tue Jun 09 2026

The Edmonton Oilers coaching search has taken a very concerning turn...

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Oct 7, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock watches the action during the first period against the St. Louis Blues at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images | ...

Emma Johnson Mon Jun 08 2026

The Oilers need to walk away from their declining veteran...

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Apr 4, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Adam Henrique (19) and Vegas Golden Knights forward Pavel Dorofeyev (16) battles for position during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry ...

John Smith Mon Jun 08 2026

3 Free agent forwards the Oilers should target...

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May 1, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) points to his goaltender after being congratulated at the bench after scoring against the Boston Bruins during the first period of game si...

Sophia Davis Sun Jun 07 2026

The Edmonton Oilers should select Ben Macbeath at the 2026 NHL Draft...

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June 23, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Kailer Yamamoto greets Wayne Gretzky after being selected as the number twenty-two overall pick to the Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the 2017 NHL Draft at the United Center. Manda...

Mia Martinez Sun Jun 07 2026

Top 3 Edmonton Oilers draft busts of all-time...

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Feb 22, 2018; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Colorado Avalanche forward Nail Yakupov (64) and Edmonton Oilers defensemen Brandon Davidson (88) chase a loose puck during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry...

Sophia Davis Sun Jun 07 2026

Sergei Bobrovsky could solve the Oilers' goaltending woes...

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Mar 19, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Vasily Podkolzin (92) shoots the puck against Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Per...

Daniel Wilson Sun Jun 07 2026

Connor McDavid leaving is a possibility for the Oilers but it may not be so bad...

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Dec 23, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) with center Leon Draisaitl (29) look down at hats on the ice as they celebrate a goal against the Calgary Flames during the third period at...

James Taylor Sat Jun 06 2026

Leon Draisaitl deserves more respect around the NHL...

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Mar 15, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl (29), left wing Zach Hyman (18) and Oilers center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (93) celebrate a goal on Nashville Predators goalie Justus Annunen (29) du...

Olivia Moore Fri Jun 05 2026

This Oilers offseason is the most important of the McDavid era...

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Dec 27, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) during the first period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images | Sergei Belski...

Isabella Anderson Fri Jun 05 2026

The Oilers should select Gleb Pugachyov at the 2026 NHL Draft...

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Jun 21, 2019; Vancouver, BC, Canada; Philip Broberg greets Wayne Gretzky after being selected as the number eight overall pick to the Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the 2019 NHL Draft at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Cr...

Olivia Moore Thu Jun 04 2026

Edmonton Oilers disappointing prospect news continues...

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Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Sam O'Reilly is selected by the Edmonton Oilers with the 32nd overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images ...

Olivia Moore Wed Jun 03 2026

The NHL Draft is completely irrelevant for the Oilers going forward...

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Apr 24, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (second from left) celebrates with teammates after scoring a a power play goal during the third period against the Anaheim Ducks in game three...

Sophia Davis Wed Jun 03 2026

The Oilers should not rule out Ryan Hartman despite his cap hit...

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Dec 2, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Minnesota Wild right wing Ryan Hartman (38) fights for the puck with Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl (29) during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tych...

Isabella Anderson Wed Jun 03 2026

Why Jake Oettinger to the Oilers makes absolutely no sense...

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Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) and right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) celebrate the win over the Minnesota Wild in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs a...

James Taylor Tue Jun 02 2026