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

Oilers’ Bouchard & Islanders’ Dobson: The Parallel Struggles of 2 Borderline Superstars

At the 2018 NHL Draft, the New York Islanders and Edmonton Oilers held consecutive picks, both targeting a right-handed defenseman. The Oilers selected London Knights captain Evan Bouchard at No.…

Published: 3 weeks ago by The Hockey Writers

Maybe the summer of Jeff Jackson wasn’t all it was shaped up to be for the Oilers

There may not have been a team that had a better off-season on paper than the Edmonton Oilers. They moved up in the draft, selecting Sam O’Reilly 32nd overall, while swinging a big trade to pick up top prospect Matthew Savoie. In free agency, they ma...

Published: 3 weeks ago by Oilers Nation

Oilers, Canucks Both Showing Interest in Penguins’ Marcus Pettersson

The Edmonton Oilers and Vancouver Canucks have gotten out to similar starts this season, both playing well enough to be in playoff contention but not strong enough to be viewed…

Published: 3 weeks ago by The Hockey Writers

Edmonton Oilers bust a move, bring in speedy veteran winger from St. Louis on waivers

Published: 3 weeks ago by Edmonton Journal

Is Oilers’ Cup Finals Loss Similar to Playoff Turning Point in 1981?

The post Is Oilers’ Cup Finals Loss Similar to Playoff Turning Point in 1981? appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. For the Edmonton Oilers 1981 was the turning point in franchise history. The Oilers beat the Canadians for the first playoff series win. T...

Published: 3 weeks ago by NHL Trade Talk

TSN's Craig Button lays into the Oilers: "They don't have enough talent"

TSN’s Craig Button has never been afraid to speak his thoughts, and he did just that when talking about the Edmonton Oilers this morning. The Oilers fell to the Montreal Canadiens 3-0 last night, marking the second time in two weeks they’ve been shut...

Published: 3 weeks ago by Daily Hive

Oilers claim Kasperi Kapanen off waivers

Kasperi Kapanen is returning to Canada. The Edmonton Oilers claimed the forward off waivers from the St. Louis Blues, the team announced Tuesday.

Published: 3 weeks ago by SportsNet

Oilers' Perry says he wants to play for five more years

With 19 NHL seasons behind him, forward Corey Perry is by far the oldest member of the Edmonton Oilers. In fact, he’s the fourth-oldest player in the entire league. But while many see him as someone knocking on the door of retirement, the gritty wing...

Published: 3 weeks ago by Daily Hive

Projected Lineups for the Oilers vs Senators – 11/19/24

The Edmonton Oilers take on the Ottawa Senators at Canadian Tire Centre tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. OILERS (9-8-2) at SENATORS (8-8-1) 7…

Published: 3 weeks ago by The Hockey Writers

The Edmonton Oilers have claimed Kasperi Kapanen off waivers

The Edmonton Oilers have made a transaction today, as they have claimed forward Kasperi Kapanen off waivers from the St. Louis Blues. Kapanen who is 28 years old, has only appeared in 10 games for the Blues this season, scoring a goal and recording a...

Published: 3 weeks ago by The Oil Rig

Vancouver Canucks centre J.T. Miller takes indefinite leave for 'personal reasons'

General manager Patrik Allvin announced the news in a statement Tuesday, saying the club's focus is making sure Miller knows "the entire organization is here to support him."

Published: 3 weeks ago by CBC Sports