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Sean Mallon

Sean Mallon

Joined: Jul 8, 2021

After years of commenting online about the National Hockey League, Sean decided to do it professionally.

Jan 3, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers right winger Quinn Hutson (23) and Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Nick Seeler (24) are seen out on the ice during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

Quinn Hutson primed for a big step with the Oilers next season

Sean Mallon
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Jun 20, 2026
Jun 9, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights center William Karlsson (71) warms up before game four of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final against the Carolina Hurricanes at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Oilers should not pursue a William Karlsson trade

Sean Mallon
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Jun 18, 2026
Apr 30, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Jack Roslovic (28) handles the puck against the Anaheim Ducks in the first period of game six of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Oilers should re-sign Jack Roslovic before he hits free agency

Sean Mallon
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Jun 17, 2026
Apr 2, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Former Los Angeles Kings head coach Darryl Sutter makes a point in the first period of the game against the Arizona Coyotes at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Darryl Sutter is a better choice than Mike Babcock for the Oilers

Sean Mallon
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Jun 16, 2026
Jun 14, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Carolina Hurricanes left wing Taylor Hall (71) raises the the Stanley Cup after defeating the Vegas Golden Knights in game six of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Taylor Hall should have won the Stanley Cup with the Edmonton Oilers

Sean Mallon
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Jun 16, 2026
Jan 6, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defensemen Darnell Nurse (25) and Nashville Predators forward Ryan O'Reilly (90) battle along the boards for a loose puck  during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Trading Darnell Nurse could give the Oilers much needed cap relief

Sean Mallon
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Jun 11, 2026
Apr 9, 2022; Boston, MA, USA; Denver Pioneers head coach David Carle talks with his team during a timeout during the third period of the 2022 Frozen Four college ice hockey national championship game against the Minnesota State Mavericks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Better coach candidates the Oilers should consider before Mike Babcock

Sean Mallon
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Jun 10, 2026
Red Wings coach Mike Babcock, Henrik Zetterberg and Pavel Datsyuk watch the action during third period action in  Game 6 against the Phoenix Coyotes on Sunday, April 25 , 2010, at Joe Louis Arena.

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Hiring Mike Babcock would send the wrong message to Oilers veterans

Sean Mallon
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Jun 9, 2026
May 1, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) points to his goaltender after being congratulated at the bench after scoring against the Boston Bruins during the first period of game six of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

3 Free agent forwards the Oilers should target

Sean Mallon
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Jun 7, 2026
Feb 22, 2018; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Colorado Avalanche forward Nail Yakupov (64) and Edmonton Oilers defensemen Brandon Davidson (88) chase a loose puck during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Top 3 Edmonton Oilers draft busts of all-time

Sean Mallon
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Jun 6, 2026
Mar 15, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl (29), left wing Zach Hyman (18) and Oilers center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (93) celebrate a goal on Nashville Predators goalie Justus Annunen (29) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

Leon Draisaitl deserves more respect around the NHL

Sean Mallon
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Jun 5, 2026
Apr 24, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA;  Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (second from left) celebrates with teammates after scoring a a power play goal during the third period against the Anaheim Ducks in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The NHL Draft is completely irrelevant for the Oilers going forward

Sean Mallon
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Jun 2, 2026
Feb 3, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defensemen Darnell Nurse (25) and Toronto Maple Leafs defensemen Brandon Carlo (25) fight during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

A Darnell Nurse trade to the Maple Leafs makes sense

Sean Mallon
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May 30, 2026
Jun 2, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Now-Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman talks with media during media day  Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images

Oilers' head office promotions give fans mixed signals

Sean Mallon
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May 29, 2026
Apr 28, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Anaheim Ducks forward Mikael Granlund (64) looks for a loose puck in front of Edmonton Oilers goaltender Connor Ingram (39) during the second period in game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Connor Ingram cannot be the Oilers' No. 1 goaltender

Sean Mallon
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May 28, 2026
Jan 17, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Edmonton Oilers goalie Tristan Jarry (35) during a stop in play against the Vancouver Canucks in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Dissecting Oilers' inconsistent results this season

Sean Mallon
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May 27, 2026
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