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Edmonton Oilers’ 3 Best July 1 Free-Agent Signings

For many years, the NHL’s free-agency period has annually opened on Canada Day. Except for a few seasons affected by factors such as the pandemic or a work stoppage, July…

Published: 10 months ago by The Hockey Writers

Connor McDavid Will Benefit Down the Stretch From His 4 Nations Face-Off Experience

For the first time since the 2016 World Cup of Hockey, Connor McDavid is playing in a true best-on-best international tournament. He’s waited nearly a decade for this moment. On…

Published: 10 months ago by The Hockey Writers

Sweden vs. Finland: Line combinations, starting goaltenders, and more

And the beat goes on. With two games down and all four teams at the 4 Nations Face-Off having faced off, we’re starting to get a look at who could be dangerous, and who might be in over their heads. Hours from now we’ll have the first two-game day ki...

Published: 10 months ago by Oilers Nation

Peers, friends, rivals: Auston Matthews on a growing bond with Connor McDavid

From scoring races to captaincies to commercials, Matthews and McDavid have a lot in common. A look inside the rivalry.

Published: 10 months ago by The Athletic

Kurri’s hilarious advice to Esa Tikkanen on how to play with Gretzky

He got some very clear instructions when he joined the Oilers! The post Kurri’s hilarious advice to Esa Tikkanen on how to play with Gretzky appeared first on The Hockey Beast.

Published: 10 months ago by The Hockey Beast

McDavid line remains intact as Team Canada coach Jon Cooper searches for chemistry

Published: 10 months ago by Edmonton Journal

McDavid line remains intact as Team Canada coach Jon Cooper searches for chemistry

Published: 10 months ago by Edmonton Journal

Oilersnation Radio: Talking about the 4 Nations Face-Off, and previewing Canada vs. USA

It’s Friday afternoon, which means a new episode of Oilersnation Radio has been recorded and edited and is ready to massage your earholes. On today’s podcast, we discussed Canada vs. Sweden, predicted what will happen against Team USA, and much more....

Published: 10 months ago by Oilers Nation

The Bruins and Oilers could be ideal trade partners

The Boston Bruins’ reign of regular-season dominance might be nearing its end. After a strong 47-20-15 finish last season and a second-round playoff exit at the hands of the Florida Panthers, the Bruins find themselves in a tougher spot this year. Ju...

Published: 10 months ago by Oilers Nation

Canada-USA tale of the tape: How do powerhouses stack up?

The marquee round-robin match of the 4 Nations Face-Off is set to take place Saturday at 8 p.m. ET between Canada and the United States. The North American juggernauts are the two most talented teams in the tournament. But who has the edge? We break....

Published: 10 months ago by The Score