Oilers Are Putting the Wrong Guy on the Power Play

The post Oilers Are Putting the Wrong Guy on the Power Play appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Yesterday, the report was that Edmonton would use Corey Perry on the power play. Why is Jeff Skinner the better choice for the Oilers? The post Oilers Are P...

Published: 1 month ago by NHL Trade Talk

Oilers have a horrible record without McDavid over recent seasons

The Edmonton Oilers are set to play their first game of the season without captain Connor McDavid in the lineup tonight — and history hasn’t been kind to the team in this situation. It should be obvious that the Oilers’ record without their star play...

Published: 2 months ago by Daily Hive

Oilers’ Knoblauch prepared to make most of McDavid’s absence

Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch discusses the new opportunities for other players from Connor McDavid’s injury.

Published: 2 months ago by SportsNet

GDB 11.0: Oilers have enough talent to win without Connor McDavid (6pm MT, SNW)

To say the Oilers don’t have enough offense to compete without Connor McDavid in the lineup is short sighted. Edmonton has more than enough skill to handle his absence. The more accurate question is: Will their skill produce? Edmonton is off to a slu...

Published: 2 months ago by Oilers Nation

bet365 Daily Bets: Predators vs. Oilers U6.0 and Nick Foligno/Bobby McMann shot prop

Preds vs. Oilers U6.0 +105 and Foligno 2+ shots, McMann 2+ shots +151.

Published: 2 months ago by Daily Faceoff

Noah Philp to make his NHL debut with the Edmonton Oilers

With Conner McDavid injured in Monday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Oilers made two call-ups this week, including forward Noah Philp. The 6’3″ right-shot center is expected to make his NHL debut tonight on the road against the Nashvil...

Published: 2 months ago by The Oil Rig

Positive signs: Connor McDavid skated today but still "gut check" time for Edmonton Oilers, insiders say

Published: 2 months ago by Edmonton Journal

McDavid is already back on the ice skating after ankle injury: report

The Edmonton Oilers may not have Connor McDavid in the lineup for the next couple of weeks, but things seem to be progressing well for the reigning Conn Smyth winner. Following the team’s announcement that the Oilers captain would be sidelined for tw...

Published: 2 months ago by Daily Hive

Connor McDavid’s Early Injury Recovery News Has People Stunned

The post Connor McDavid’s Early Injury Recovery News Has People Stunned appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Connor McDavid’s recovery progress has fans and analysts stunned, as the Oilers star already appears ahead of schedule with his injury. The post...

Published: 2 months ago by NHL Trade Talk

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Utah, Blue Jackets, Oilers

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs didn’t have many takers when it comes to Timothy Liljegren. The Leafs got what they could from a limited market and…

Published: 2 months ago by The Hockey Writers

What the Edmonton Oilers should be for Halloween this year

October 31 could be considered the scariest day of the year, what with it being Halloween. For Edmonton Oilers fans, this year’s October 31 is certainly a scary one, as it is the first game the team will be without Connor McDavid for the next two to....

Published: 2 months ago by The Oil Rig

Oilers will roll with two new players in the lineup tonight

The Edmonton Oilers are opting to change things up a bit with Connor McDavid out of the lineup. After calling up Noah Philp and Drake Caggiula on Tuesday, head coach Kris Knoblauch has decided to insert both players into the lineup for tonight’s matc...

Published: 2 months ago by Daily Hive

Noah Philp accidentally ghosted Oilers call-up

Edmonton Oilers rookie Noah Philp almost ghosted the Edmonton Oilers on one of the most important phone calls of his life. Philp was called up alongside Drake Caggiula on Tuesday to help fill the void left by Connor McDavid’s injury. The 26-year-old....

Published: 2 months ago by Daily Hive