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Feb 27, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) shoots the puck against the Florida Panthers during the third period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Looking at the Oilers most grueling month in 2026-27

Gordon Munro

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8:00 AM EDT

This offseason has been Stan Bowman's best

Sean Mallon

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Jul 15, 2026

Anthony Mantha is not worth the risk for the Oilers

Gordon Munro

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Jul 14, 2026

Colton Dach can help the Oilers win the Stanley Cup

Sean Mallon

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Jul 12, 2026

Jan 21, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane (88) skates with the puck against the Toronto Maple Leafs in overtime at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Top remaining free agents the Oilers could pursue

Gordon Munro

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Jul 12, 2026

Sep 25, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild right wing Vladimir Tarasenko (91) during a break in action against the Dallas Stars in the first period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

VladimirTarasenko could be a great fit in Edmonton

Sean Mallon

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Jul 11, 2026

Jan 25, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Ryan Shea (5) handles the puck against the Vancouver Canucks in the first period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

The Oilers newest defenceman could prove to be the best acquisition

Sean Mallon

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Jul 10, 2026

Dec 7, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Anaheim Ducks forward Leo Carlsson (91) skates against the Chicago Blackhawks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports

Oilers have to guard against offer sheets

Sean Mallon

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Jul 9, 2026

Mar 10, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) during the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

2026-27 might be the best season of Connor McDavid's career

Sean Mallon

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Jul 8, 2026

Apr 28, 2023; Elmont, New York, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Anderson (31) in game six of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Frederik Andersen may be Tristan Jarry 2.0

Sean Mallon

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Jul 8, 2026

Nov 24, 2017; Buffalo, NY, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Buffalo beats Edmonton 3 to 1. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

A way-too-early preview of the Edmonton Oilers' 2026 preseason

Noah Guttman

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Jul 7, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Adam Henrique (19) looks to make a pass in front of Tampa Bay Lightning defensemen Charle-Edouard D'Astous (51) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

An open letter to Adam Henrique, and a half-hearted farewell

Ash Anjum

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Jul 7, 2026

Apr 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; iCarolina Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen (31) before the game against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Frederik Andersen could be the solution to Edmonton's goaltending woes

Noah Guttman

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Jul 3, 2026

Nov 15, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Former San Jose Sharks defenseman Shakir Mukhamadullin (85) controls the puck in the first period against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

Shakir Mukhamadullin is the perfect Darnell Nurse replacement

Sean Mallon

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Jul 3, 2026

May 29, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Edmonton Oilers right wing Kasperi Kapanen (42) during the game between the Dallas Stars and the Edmonton Oilers in game five of the Western Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Kasperi Kapanen re-signing makes the Oilers better

Sean Mallon

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Jul 2, 2026

Dec 27, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) during the first period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Edmonton Oilers look like free agency winners so far

Gordon Munro

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Jul 2, 2026

Rochester goalie Devon Levi makes the save on this shot against Laval .

Devon Levi only complicates the Oilers goaltending situation

Noah Guttman

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Jul 1, 2026

Jan 9, 2024; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres goaltender Devon Levi (27) makes a glove save during the third period against the Seattle Kraken at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

Devon Levi provides Oilers some much needed optimism

Gordon Munro

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Jul 1, 2026

Nov 2, 2017; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Dallas Stars forward Jamie Benn (14) looks for the puck during the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at Bell MTS Place. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-USA TODAY Sports

These Oilers veteran depth options still have gas in the tank

Gordon Munro

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Jul 1, 2026

May 7, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) follows the play against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period in game two of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Oilers may dodge a bullet by losing out on Sergei Bobrovsky

Gordon Munro

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Jul 1, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; St. Louis Blues left wing Jonathan Drouin (92) controls the puck against the Anaheim Ducks during the third period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Jonathan Drouin may be exactly what the Oilers need

Gordon Munro

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Jun 30, 2026

Apr 26, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers goaltender Tristan Jarry (35) stands in goal during the second period against the Anaheim Ducks in game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Corinne Votaw-Imagn Images

How the Oilers can address their need for goaltending

Gordon Munro

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Jun 30, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Jake Walman (96) warms up before a game against the against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Jake Walman needs to play like a top 4 defenceman

Sean Mallon

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Jun 29, 2026

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

The 3 worst moves of Stan Bowman's tenure as Oilers GM so far

Gordon Munro

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Jun 29, 2026

Nov 23, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Columbus Blue Jackets defensemen Zach Werenski (8) makes a pass in front of Edmonton Oilers forward Vasily Podkolzin (92) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Don't bother speculating about a Zach Werenski to Edmonton trade

Noah Guttman

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Jun 29, 2026

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

Oilers named 2026 NHL Draft 'losers' according to expert

Gordon Munro

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Jun 29, 2026

Oct 22, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Derek Ryan (10) and Carolina Hurricanes forward Jesperi Kotkaniemi (82) battle along the boards for a loose puck during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Stan Bowman should take a run at Jesperi Kotkaniemi

Noah Guttman

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Jun 28, 2026

Mar 2, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Team North America associate general manager Stan Bowman speaks to media during a press conference for the upcoming 2016 World Cup of Hockey at Intercontinental Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Stan Bowman is failing the 2026 offseason thus far

Gordon Munro

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Jun 28, 2026

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