Covering Blots: Digging into whether Darnell Nurse has been good enough for the Oilers this season

Defenceman Darnell Nurse has had a lot of highs and lows throughout his season (and career) with the Edmonton Oilers. Early in the campaign, he posted some of the team’s worst on-ice shot-share numbers and goal-differentials. But by early December we...

Published: 8 months ago by The Super Fan

Will the Oilers’ Aging Roster Impact Their Stanley Cup Dreams?

The post Will the Oilers’ Aging Roster Impact Their Stanley Cup Dreams? appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. The Edmonton Oilers have amassed a lot of veteran talent, at the cost of being the oldest roster. Is this a cause for concern? The post Will the...

Published: 1 year ago by NHL Trade Talk

Oilers’ Draisaitl States McDavid Will Do “What’s Best For Him” on Next Contract

The Edmonton Oilers finally completed a contract extension with superstar forward Leon Draisaitl, as they announced on Tuesday (Sept. 3) morning that they had extended him for eight more seasons…

Published: 1 year ago by The Hockey Writers

Edmonton Oilers Propsect Countdown #9: Eemil Vinni

A note about the criteria of to be included in this countdown. The player must be 25 or younger when the season starts and he must have played less than 50 NHL games. As such, a player like Noah Philp is excluded because of his age. Players like Dyla...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

It's been a long time since Oilers fans had it this good

Forty years after Gretzky and Messier, Edmonton once again boasts two of the best players in the world

Published: 1 year ago by Edmonton Journal

The final four: Comparing the last active members of the legendary 2003 draft class

Of the remarkable 2003 draft class, only Brent Burns, Corey Perry, Ryan Suter, and Marc-André Fleury remain active NHLers.

Published: 1 year ago by Daily Faceoff

NHL Contracts: What Draisaitl’s Deal Means for the Future

The Edmonton Oilers recently locked up one of their cornerstone players, Leon Draisaitl, with an eight-year, $112 million contract extension. This deal cements Draisaitl’s future in Edmonton and raises questions…

Published: 1 year ago by The Hockey Writers

Leon Draisaitl’s new contract with the Oilers is pricey, but well-deserved

It’s official; Leon Draisaitl is staying in Edmonton. On Tuesday morning, it was announced that Draisaitl signed an eight-year, $112 million dollar contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers, carrying an average annual value of $14M. The contract wi...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Edmonton Oilers take first step in "16-14-10" plan. Will it pay off in Stanley Cup glory?

Published: 1 year ago by Edmonton Journal

How Draisaitl’s Deal Changes Marner’s Contract Talks with Maple Leafs

The recent announcement of Leon Draisaitl‘s eight-year, $112 million contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers will officially make Draisaitl the highest-paid player in the NHL. While the Oilers have secured…

Published: 1 year ago by The Hockey Writers

NHLers donate big as Gaudreau family GoFundMe tops $500k

The hockey community has shown up in support of the Gaudreau family after the tragic death of brothers Johnny and Matthew. The two were killed when cycling the night before their sister’s wedding. They were hit by a drunk driver who was driving aggre...

Published: 1 year ago by Daily Hive

Scout’s Analysis: Where Ty Emberson fits on Edmonton’s defence

As part of their off-season lineup shuffling, the Oilers brought in 24-year-old defenceman Ty Emberson from San Jose. Scout Jason Bukala examines the player and projects where he fits into the lineup.

Published: 1 year ago by SportsNet

Leon Draisaitl’s extension is a first for the Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers have never had a superstar player commit long-term to the franchise during the peak of their career. Wayne Gretzky signed a 21-year personal services contract with Peter Pocklington and the Oilers in January of 1979, but the Oiler...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation