Phil Gretzky

Phil Gretzky

Joined: Oct 29, 2018

Been an Oilers fan most of my life. Been a blogger for 9 years, the last 3 with Oil On Whyte. This is a fun hobby that I get pocket change for.

Apr 16, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Jeff Skinner (53) celebrates after the goal against the San Jose Sharks during the first period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

2025 Cup Finals prediction

Feb 27, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (14) shoots the puck against the Florida Panthers during the first period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

2025 third round playoff predictions

May 14, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Edmonton Oilers right wing Kasperi Kapanen (42) celebrates with team mates after scoring a game-winning goal against the Vegas Golden Knights in overtime to give the Oilers a 1-0 victory in the game and a 4-1 series win during game five of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Oilers make a statement by eliminating the Golden Knights

Apr 9, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Jeff Skinner (53) crashes into St. Louis Blues goalie Jordan Binnington (50) as Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard (2) hits the ice during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

Oilers poised to make two lineup changes for game four

May 6, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Edmonton Oilers right wing Connor Brown (28) skates against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period of game one of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Welcome to The Edmonton Oilers Machine, Las Vegas

NHL Edmonton Oilers left wing Evander Kane

2025 NHL Playoff Predictions: Who Wins Each Second Round Series?

May 1, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Connor Brown (28) looks to make a pass in front of Los Angeles Kings defensemen Jordan Spence (21) during the second period in game six of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

How the Oilers Beat the Kings Again: Speed, Depth, and Coaching Keys

Los Angeles Kings v Edmonton Oilers - Game Four

Game 4 last Sunday - I was there

Jun 11, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks general manager Stan Bowman is interviewed during media day in preparation for game one of the 2013 Stanley Cup Final against the Boston Bruins at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-Imagn Images

Edmonton Oilers GM Stan Bowman has been busy

Jun 28, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks vice president and general manager Stan Bowman during the 2013 Stanley Cup championship celebration at Grant Park in Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-Imagn Images

Trade Deadline Hot Takes: Why the Oilers Stayed Smart While Others Overpaid

Jun 2, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks general manager Stan Bowman talks with media during media day the day before the 2015 Stanley Cup Final at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images

Recapping the 2025 trade deadline for the Edmonton Oilers

Mar 18, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) during the second period against the Anaheim Ducks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Why the Edmonton Oilers lost out on Mikko Rantanen

Colorado Avalanche v Edmonton Oilers

Is Kasperi Kapanen about to be put back on waivers or trade deadline trade bait?

Colorado Avalanche v Edmonton Oilers

Jeff Skinner's Redemption: How He Became a Key Piece for the Oilers

Washington Capitals v Edmonton Oilers

6 Unsung heroes on the Edmonton Oilers this season

Vancouver Canucks v Toronto Maple Leafs

Oilers sign puck-moving right shot blueliner John Klingberg to 1-year deal