Is Blue Jackets’ defender David Jiříček a fit for the Edmonton Oilers?

It’s pretty clear already that the Oilers’ biggest need before the trade deadline is adding a right-shot defenceman to play alongside Darnell Nurse. In an article by Kurt Leavins of the Edmonton Journal, he notes that the Oilers have spoken to the Co...

Published: 2 weeks ago by Oilers Nation

Should the Edmonton Oilers be pursuing David Jiricek?

The Edmonton Oilers have had numerous roster related issues and resulting speculation about their presence on the trade market head into the middle half of the season. Improvements at forward focusing on speed, something they may have started to addr...

Published: 2 weeks ago by The Oil Rig

Monday Mailbag – Do you think the Oilers’ secondary scoring improves or is this what we’ve got?

Good morning, everyone, and a happy Monday to all of you. I’ve got a brand new mailbag ready to go after taking your questions and sending them to the crew for their take on whatever is on your mind. This week, we’re discussing Stanley Cup hangovers,...

Published: 2 weeks ago by Oilers Nation

32 Thoughts Podcast: Should Utah keep the HC in their name?

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman kick things off with the St. Louis Blues hiring Jim Montgomery as their new head coach following his departure from the Boston Bruins. Afterwards, Elliotte ponders aloud whether Uta...

Published: 2 weeks ago by SportsNet

Which Edmonton Oilers prospects are spiking in AHL Bakersfield?

A quick look at the Bakersfield Condors this season shows some interesting names in the pipeline.

Published: 2 weeks ago by The Athletic

Don Cherry takes a run at Darnell Nurse over wicked Reaves hit

Published: 2 weeks ago by Edmonton Journal

Draisaitl Stamp of Approval Will Earn Oilers Newbie His Next Contract

The post Draisaitl Stamp of Approval Will Earn Oilers Newbie His Next Contract appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. The praise Leon Draisaitl heaped on Vasily Podkolzin is something the Oilers should take note of and could lead to a contract extension.....

Published: 2 weeks ago by NHL Trade Talk

Oilers' Kulak and wife Caitlyn expecting second baby

Edmonton Oilers defenceman Brett Kulak and his wife Caitlyn are hoping to welcome another addition to the family before the playoffs return to Edmonton later this season. The Stony Plain native appeared on Hockey Night in Canada’s After Hours segment...

Published: 2 weeks ago by Daily Hive

Wild will love latest Kirill Kaprizov injury update

The Minnesota Wild beat the Edmonton Oilers 5-3 on Thursday, an important win in the Western Conference playoff race. While it was a big win, there was a more important loss for the long-term. The Wild’s superstar forward Kirill Kaprizov left the gam...

Published: 2 weeks ago by ClutchPoints

Oilers have trade interest in young Blue Jackets defenceman: report

The trade winds are starting to blow louder around the NHL, and it appears the Edmonton Oilers will be involved in quite a few discussions early on. With the NHL trade deadline still months away at this point, we are starting to get the first real tr...

Published: 2 weeks ago by Daily Hive

In Pod they trust: Edmonton Oilers show faith in young Russian weapon

Published: 2 weeks ago by Edmonton Journal

Can the Oilers Expect Vasily Podkolzin to Heat up After 1st Goal?

It took one-quarter of the 2024-25 NHL schedule, but at last, Vasily Podkolzin has his first regular-season goal as a member of the Edmonton Oilers. The Russian winger, who joined…

Published: 2 weeks ago by The Hockey Writers

How much is team defence an issue for the Oilers?

Regarding goal prevention in hockey, we can split it into two parts: skater defence and goaltending. In terms of defending, the responsibility of the skaters is to limit scoring chances for the opposition as much as possible, while the job of the goa...

Published: 2 weeks ago by Oilers Nation