Leon Draisaitl in Contention for Rocket Richard and Selke Trophies

Leon Draisaitl is one of the elite goal scorers and point producers in the NHL. He’s the rare combination of being a great finisher and passer. But Draisaitl’s two-way game has vastly improved the past few seasons, and this year, while he is tied for...

Published: 1 month ago by Oilers Nation

64 Days Until The Season Begins

Throughout the summer and into the fall, we’ll be counting down the days until the Edmonton Oilers begin their 2023-24 season with a daily trip down memory lane. With 64 days to go until the season starts, let’s look back at the 64 goals Connor McDav...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Oilers have two great comparables for Evan Bouchard's contract extension

The Edmonton Oilers are preparing for a 2023-24 season in which they are again one of the league’s Stanley Cup favourites. Their roster for the upcoming season is quite similar to what it was in 2022-23, albeit with a big free-agent addition in Conn...

Published: 1 year ago by Daily Hive

Zach Hyman: Is There More?

Correct me if I’m wrong, but I didn’t see Zach Hyman putting up career highs for goals, assists, and points with 27-27-54 in his first season with the Edmonton Oilers in 2021-22 as much of a surprise. You? A nice bump over his previous high of 41 wit...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Oilers' Jack Campbell a strong bounce back candidate next season

Jack Campbell has plenty to prove to both the Edmonton Oilers organization and its fanbase next season. Just over a year ago, Ken Holland looked to fix his goaltending issues by signing Campbell to a five-year, $25 million deal. It was a deal some v...

Published: 1 year ago by Daily Hive

Best player to wear each jersey number for the Edmonton Oilers: #51 to #60

We have reached the halfway point! This exercise has been quite a fun one to embark on this offseason. Not only has it given us a chance to look over some fan favourites, but it has been the perfect place to shine a light on some lesser-known players...

Published: 1 year ago by The Oil Rig

All the Rage

Back in the 2015 training camp, Oilers prospect Anton Slepyshev received a lot of play as a possible top-six winger on…

Published: 1 year ago by Lowetide

A guide to the Edmonton Oilers’ road trips during this upcoming season

The Edmonton Oilers have one of the most passionate fan bases in the National Hockey League. The team drew strong attendance during the Decade of Darkness and even though a regular season game at Rogers Place might not have the most boisterous atmosp...

Published: 1 year ago by The Oil Rig

A Look at Ken Holland’s Tenure as Oilers GM

The Edmonton Oilers hired Ken Holland on May 7th, 2019. The Oilers finished 23rd in the NHL in 2018 with 78 points and followed that up with a 25th place finish in 2019 with 79 points. Over two years they were 25th in total points with 157. Holland i...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Oilers Made a Big Mistake Not Trading for Erik Karlsson

The Erik Karlsson trade that involved the Pittsburgh Penguins, San Jose Sharks, and Montreal Canadiens was well executed by two teams. The team that failed to get the value they…

Published: 1 year ago by The Hockey Writers

65 Days Until The Season Begins

Throughout the summer and into the fall, we’ll be counting down the days until the Edmonton Oilers begin their 2023-24 season with a daily trip down memory lane. Today, we have Mark Napier, a World Hockey Association star who won a Stanley Cup late i...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation