3 Key insights into the recent turnaround from the Oilers

Even before Tuesday night’s win versus the Knights, the Oilers were showing signs of life, with three aspects standing out as key to the recent improvement. The Edmonton Oilers have been navigating a challenging season, facing adversity which resulte...

Published: 11 months ago by Oil On Whyte

Oilers’ Goalie Woes Explained by One Glaring, But Brutal Stat

The post Oilers’ Goalie Woes Explained by One Glaring, But Brutal Stat appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. One writer argued the Edmonton Oilers goaltending was performing well enough that it's not the issue, but a key stat might say otherwise. The pos...

Published: 1 week ago by NHL Trade Talk

Walk The Streets of Bakersfield

I believe the strongest AHL farm club in recent Oilers history is the 2019-20 team. The question is: Does that Condors…

Published: 1 week ago by Lowetide

Exploring the ideal linemates for Leon Draisaitl

The Edmonton Oilers may have beefed up there lineup this offseason, but that doesn’t mean it’s all beer and skittles from here on out. Leon Draisaitl has spent significant time with a a few different wing pairs this year, but who are the best? Though...

Published: 1 week ago by The Oil Rig

Oilers’ Struggles Are Coming at the Best Possible Time

Considering they were picked by a substantial amount of media members to win the Stanley Cup, the Edmonton Oilers’ slow start to the 2024-25 season has caught many by surprise.…

Published: 1 week ago by The Hockey Writers

Oilers’ Lack of Team Chemistry Costing Them Points

Remember all of those moves Edmonton Oilers CEO of Hockey Operations Jeff Jackson made in the summer? There was a feeling of euphoria when the Viktor Arvidsson and Jeff Skinner…

Published: 1 week ago by The Hockey Writers

3 Oilers who stepped up during McDavid’s absence—but who still needs to?

Connor McDavid returned to the Edmonton Oilers lineup last game against the Vegas Golden Knights, returning earlier than anticipated after missing just three games despite initially being expected to be out for two to three weeks. Of course, when it....

Published: 1 week ago by Oilers Nation

32 Thoughts Podcast: Nashville’s rebuild plan

In this edition of the 32 Thoughts podcast, Kyle and Elliotte open by focusing on the 13-1 Winnipeg Jets. Elliotte shouts out Ivan Fedotov in Philadelphia after his big win for Philly (10:30). The fellas then focus on the Tanner Jeannot head hit on B...

Published: 1 week ago by SportsNet

Should the Edmonton Oilers be worried about their goaltending?

The Oilers' goaltending has come under fire from fans as the team scuffles to start the season.

Published: 1 week ago by The Athletic

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Predators, Rangers, Maple Leafs, Flyers

The post NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Predators, Rangers, Maple Leafs, Flyers appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. NHL Trade Talk Recap Nov. 7: How bad is Matthews' injury, are the Oilers getting worse on the PK, why scratch Michkov, and Shesterkin new...

Published: 1 week ago by NHL Trade Talk

Does the Oilers’ lack of physicality preclude them from a Stanley Cup?

November 7, 2024 by Ryan Lotsberg Evander Kane was sixth in the NHL with 250 hits last season. That’s a lot of physicality on the LTIR […]

Published: 1 week ago by Heavy Hockey

Is #5 defender Brett Kulak capable of a top-4 role? Oilers coaches respond, why not both?

Published: 1 week ago by Edmonton Journal

Throwback Thursday: Why Mark Messier is a public enemy in Vancouver

Over the years, there have been 71 players who have played a game for both the Edmonton Oilers and Vancouver Canucks. No better player has played for both teams than Mark Messier. When the Oilers face the Canucks for the 270th regular season game on....

Published: 1 week ago by Oilers Nation