Oilers in Disarray

Within such an important period of their franchise’s history, the Edmonton Oilers need to ensure that any changes they make are decisive, complete, and as seamless as possible. Whether it’s for the roster construction, the coaching staff or the front...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Edmonton Oilers Prospect Countdown #14: Maxim Beryozkin

The first of three very good Russian prospects, Maxim Beryozkin, is #14 in the Oilers Prospect Countdown. Position: LW/RW Shoots: Right Nationality: Russia Date of Birth: October 12, 2001 Drafted: 5th Round Pick, 2020 Height: 6’3″ / 191 cm Weight: 2...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Oilers Sunday Census: Player most likely to have a better 2023–24 season

Although in the quiet of the preseason we think we know it all, able to rank players and teams on paper, the chaos that is an NHL season is both unpredictable and inevitable. Each player and each team is filled with expectations, internal and externa...

Published: 1 year ago by The Oil Rig

Waive Babies 2023

The Edmonton Oilers claimed Brandon Davidson on waivers from the NY Islanders on December 3, 2017. He’s an example of a…

Published: 1 year ago by Lowetide

5 Oilers Who Must Improve Their Play This Season

Edmonton Oilers’ centerman Leon Draisaitl spoke about expectations for his team recently and said that it’s “Cup or bust” this season and I’d imagine this sentiment is shared among his…

Published: 1 year ago by The Hockey Writers

NHL Rumors: Boston Bruins, and the Edmonton Oilers

Should the Boston Bruins extend Jake DeBrusk now or wait? McDavid on his long-term future in Edmonton.

Published: 1 year ago by My NHL Trade Rumors

Off the Top of My Head: Connor McDavid’s future in Edmonton, Evan Bouchard’s extension, and more

When Connor McDavid speaks, especially about anything to do with his future with the Edmonton Oilers, we listen. We hang on every word. Of course, we do. McDavid is the best player on the planet and any talk about bringing a sixth Stanley Cup to our...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

How "different" versus "better" may be key to the Edmonton Oilers long-range plans: 9 Things

Published: 1 year ago by Edmonton Journal

NHL Notebook: NHL executive committee approves Michael Andlauer to buy Ottawa Senators and Hockey Hall of Famer Angela Ruggiero hired by New York Rangers

The sale of the Ottawa Senators has overcome another obstacle in Michael Andlauer’s journey to become the team’s new owner as the NHL’s Executive Committee has approved his purchase. Andlauer reportedly met with the NHL executive committee last week...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

46 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. Jani Rita is the latest Oilers player on this list who had an extended cup of tea, but u...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Edmonton Oilers Prospect Countdown #15: Olivier Rodrigue

Olivier Rodrigue is the second goalie of the Edmonton Oilers Prospect Countdown and he enters at #15. Position: Goalie Catches: Left Nationality: Canada Date of Birth: July 6, 2000 Drafted: 2nd round, 2018 Height: 6’1″ / 185 cm Weight: 174lbs / 79...

Published: 1 year ago by Oilers Nation

Oilers’ Skinner Ready For Next Step in 2023-24

NHL general managers and scouts will often tell you that goaltending might be the hardest position in hockey to project -especially when it comes to drafting. At the beginning of…

Published: 1 year ago by The Hockey Writers