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Nov 30, 2015; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Former Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock yells from behind the bench against the Edmonton Oilers at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Oilers newcomer may clash with new boss Mike Babcock

Sean Mallon

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Aug 25, 2026

Bob Stauffer adds conflicting report on future of Oilers prospect

Gordon Munro

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Aug 25, 2026

Edmonton Oilers at risk of losing top goaltending prospect

Gordon Munro

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Aug 24, 2026

The Oilers goaltending trio provides cautious optimism

Gordon Munro

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Aug 23, 2026

Oct 21, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Jake Walman (96) skates in the first period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

Jake Walman will have a bounce back season in 2026-27

Gordon Munro

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Aug 22, 2026

Mar 10, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl (29) during the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Oilers' star Leon Draisaitl must hold himself accountable

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Aug 21, 2026

Feb 12, 2026; Milan, Italy; Leon Draisaitl of Germany before the match against Denmark in men's ice hockey Group C play during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Rho Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Draisaitl will take the Oilers home in 2027

Sean Mallon

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Aug 20, 2026

Oct 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Patrik Laine (92) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Nashville Predators at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Patrick Laine would be the perfect high risk signing for the Oilers

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Aug 19, 2026

Apr 9, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, UNITED STATES; Michigan Wolverines defenseman Asher Barnett (4) moves the puck in the first period against the Denver Pioneers in the semifinals of the NCAA men's ice hockey Frozen Four at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

Oilers have one of the worst prospect pools according to expert

Gordon Munro

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Aug 19, 2026

Nov 10, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Matt Savoie (22) looks to make a pass in front of Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kent Johnson (91) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Matt Savoie seems poised for a breakout sophomore season

Gordon Munro

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Aug 17, 2026

Jun 26, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Gavin McKenna puts on a sweater beside NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and singer Justin Bieber after being selected with the first pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft by the Toronto Maple Leafs at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Leafs' McKenna will benefit from former first overall pick, like Oilers' McDavid did

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Aug 15, 2026

Apr 10, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, UNITED STATES; Denver Pioneers defenseman Kent Anderson (21) blocks a shot by Western Michigan Broncos forward Owen Michaels (34) in overtime during the Frozen Four college ice hockey national semifinals at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Edmonton Oilers 2026-27 top 10 prospects: Honourable Mentions

Gordon Munro

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Aug 14, 2026

Apr 28, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; The Edmonton Oilers celebrate a goal scored by forward Zach Hyman (18) during the first period against the Anaheim Ducksin game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Two ideal linemates for McDavid in 2026-27

Sean Mallon

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Aug 13, 2026

Coachella Valley Firebird John Hayden, 15, tries to get shot past Bakersfield goalie Matt Tomkins during the Firebirds loss to Bakersfield at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, Calif., Dec. 19, 2025.

Oilers top goalie prospect is joining their logjam in net

Gordon Munro

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Aug 12, 2026

May 9, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild right wing Vladimir Tarasenko (91) shoots, would get the assist as the rebound goes in the Colorado Avalanche net in the second period of game three of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Stan Bowman could recreate his best signing as Oilers GM

Gordon Munro

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Aug 12, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard (2) skates with the puck against the Utah Mammoth during overtime at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

After being snubbed, Evan Bouchard deserves to be a Norris finalist in 2026-27

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Aug 11, 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-USA TODAY Sports

The Edmonton Oilers have a lot more cap room than you think

Gordon Munro

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Aug 11, 2026

Nov 11, 2009; Buffalo, NY, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Patrick O'Sullivan (19) celebrates his goal against the Buffalo Sabres in the second period at HSBC Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports

Two former Oilers make surprising career moves

Gordon Munro

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Aug 10, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Edmonton Oilers goaltender Tristan Jarry (35) and defenseman Evan Bouchard (2) stops a Dallas Stars shot during the game between the Stars and the Oilers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Oilers will need to finish the season with a No. 1 goaltender

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Aug 9, 2026

Feb 20, 2016; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Nail Yakupov (10) looks for a pass against the Colorado Avalanche at Rexall Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports

Nail Yakupov should have been a star for the Oilers

Gordon Munro

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Aug 9, 2026

Apr 26, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar (11) gestures to the crowd after losing game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Colorado Avalanche at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

Anze Kopitar's jersey retirement is well deserved

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Aug 8, 2026

Jun 9, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mark Stone (61) celebrates with center Jack Eichel (9) after scoring against the Carolina Hurricanes during the 1st period in game four of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

Oilers need to watch how the Golden Knights manage their cap issues

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Aug 6, 2026

Jun 17, 2006; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers left wing Sergei Samsonov (12) and Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Mike Commodore (22) against the boards during game six of the Stanley Cup Finals at Rexall Place. Credit: Lou Capozzola-USA TODAY NETWORK

3 former Oilers that dominated at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup

Gordon Munro

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Aug 6, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Edmonton Oilers left wing Zach Hyman (18) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Vegas Golden Knights during the second period at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Oilers heavy reliance on aging veterans is a risky game

Gordon Munro

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Aug 6, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Kraken center Shane Wright (51) takes a shot on goal during the second period against the Vancouver Canucks at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Blake Dahlin-Imagn Images

The Oilers could unlock Shane Wright's true potential

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Aug 5, 2026

May 16, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj (72) reacts after scoring a goal against the Buffalo Sabres during the first period in game six of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Arber Xhekaj could be a good fit for the Edmonton Oilers

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Aug 5, 2026

Nov 1, 2024; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres goaltender Devon Levi (27) makes a save during the third period against the New York Islanders at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Devon Levi might not be ready for the NHL

Sean Mallon

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Aug 2, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid (97) gets a shot away in front of Vegas Golden Knights forward Cole Schwindt (22) during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Pacific Division predictions for the upcoming season

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Aug 2, 2026

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