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Mar 12, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Trent Frederic (10) fights with Dallas Stars center Justin Hryckowian (49) during the game between the Stars and the Oilers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

What happened with Dallas, and could there be some surprises in the Central Division?

Noah Guttman

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Sep 3, 2026

Kasperi Kapanen could be a difference maker for the Oilers

Sean Mallon

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Sep 3, 2026

American players continue to abandon Canadian NHL clubs

Sean Mallon

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Sep 1, 2026

Former Oiler Evander Kane's off-ice antics continue

Sean Mallon

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Sep 1, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; St. Paul, Minnesota, UNITED STATES; Finland goalie Petteri Rimpinen (30) defends his net as United States forward Will Zellers (12) shoots the puck during the third period in the quarterfinals of the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Arguably the most underrated goalie currently in the Oilers system

Gordon Munro

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Sep 1, 2026

Oct 19, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl (29) talks to center Connor McDavid (97) in the second period against the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

2 things the Oilers need to get back to Stanley Cup contention

Gordon Munro

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Aug 31, 2026

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

Andersen injury presents an opportunity for new Oilers goalie

Sean Mallon

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Aug 29, 2026

Apr 8, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard (2) controls the puck against the San Jose Sharks during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Evan Bouchard may soon have the best contract in the NHL

Gordon Munro

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Aug 29, 2026

Dallas Stars v Montreal Canadiens

New Oilers coaching hire could be the perfect fallback option

Gordon Munro

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Aug 28, 2026

Jan 17, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Isaac Howard (53) skates against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Isaac Howard has a unique opportunity to impress Oilers brass

Gordon Munro

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Aug 28, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; The Edmonton Oilers celebrate a goal scored by forward Matt Savoie (22) during the third period against the Anaheim Ducks at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Shortened preseason has its drawbacks for Oilers and rest of the NHL

Sean Mallon

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Aug 27, 2026

Jan 22, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Arturs Silovs (37) makes a save on on Edmonton Oilers forward Matt Savoie (22) during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Despite concerns, the Oilers will be just fine to start the year

Gordon Munro

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Aug 27, 2026

Feb 18, 2026; Milan, Italy; Macklin Celebrini of Canada celebrates with Connor McDavid after scoring their first goal against Czechia in a men's ice hockey quarterfinal during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Despite his youth Celebrini deserves the Sharks' captaincy

Sean Mallon

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Aug 26, 2026

Apr 28, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Vasily Podkolzin (92) celebrates after scoring a goal during the first period against the Anaheim Ducks in game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

3 Oilers that could have surprising breakthroughs next season

Gordon Munro

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Aug 26, 2026

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

Sep 21, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers goaltender Samuel Jonsson (34) guards his net against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Bob Stauffer adds conflicting report on future of Oilers prospect

Gordon Munro

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Aug 25, 2026

Sep 21, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers goaltender Samuel Jonsson (34) guards his net against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Edmonton Oilers at risk of losing top goaltending prospect

Gordon Munro

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Aug 24, 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

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

Sean Mallon

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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

Sean Mallon

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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

Sean Mallon

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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

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