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Jan 10, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defensemen Spencer Stastney (24) gets ready for play to begin against the Los Angeles Kings at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

How the Oilers can easily solve their logjam on defence

Gordon Munro

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Jul 16, 2026

This offseason has been Stan Bowman's best

Sean Mallon

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Jul 15, 2026

Oilers have to guard against offer sheets

Sean Mallon

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Jul 9, 2026

Frederik Andersen may be Tristan Jarry 2.0

Sean Mallon

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Jul 8, 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

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

Mar 16, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) skates against the New York Rangers during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images

Darnell Nurse trade is the best case scenario for Oilers

Gordon Munro

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Jul 2, 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

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

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

Mar 8, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Trade talks heat up around Oilers' Darnell Nurse according to insider

Gordon Munro

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Jun 27, 2026

Apr 8, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) looks up at the scoreboard during a break in the action against the San Jose Sharks during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

The status for Darnell Nurse from rumours to reality

Shairaz Baksh

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Jun 22, 2026

Apr 8, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Jason Dickinson (16) and San Jose Sharks center Tyler Toffoli (73) watch the puck in the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Oilers' signing Jason Dickinson is good for the present

Sean Mallon

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Jun 22, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Jason Dickinson (16) waits for the face-off during the game between the Stars and the Oilers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Oilers' Jason Dickinson contract is an unnecessary gamble

Gordon Munro

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Jun 21, 2026

Apr 8, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Jason Dickinson (16) and San Jose Sharks center Tyler Toffoli (73) watch the puck in the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Oilers prioritizing deadline rentals ahead of free agency

Gordon Munro

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Jun 21, 2026

Apr 24, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) shoots the puck ahead of Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish (23) during the first period of game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The Edmonton Oilers could be surprise contenders for Mason McTavish

Noah Guttman

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Jun 20, 2026

Nov 1, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Jack Roslovic (28) protects the puck from Chicago Blackhawks defensemen Alex Vlasic (72) during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

The Oilers should not be afraid to walk away from Jack Roslovic

Gordon Munro

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Jun 17, 2026

Mar 8, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Trent Frederic (10) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Oilers' Bowman cannot risk more mistakes with bad contract extensions

Gordon Munro

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Jun 12, 2026

Apr 24, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Anaheim Ducks left wing Jeffrey Viel (28) attacks a goal against Edmonton Oilers goaltender Connor Ingram (39) during the second period of game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Oilers set to have competition for Connor Ingram as rival Canadian team has interest

Noah Guttman

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Jun 9, 2026

Mar 10, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Stuart Skinner (74) looks on during the warmups before the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Foresight on Whyte: Stuart Skinner could be an option for the Oilers this summer

Ash Anjum

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May 17, 2026

Jan 22, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin (71) scores a goal on Edmonton Oilers goaltender Tristan Jarry (35) during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

The Edmonton Oilers should try to sign Evgeni Malkin, but they must tread very carefully

Noah Guttman

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May 12, 2026

Apr 20, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Jason Dickinson (16) shoots the puck to Anaheim Ducks goalie Lukas Dostal (1) in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

Oilers' deadline acquisitions should be high priorities this summer

Gordon Munro

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Apr 30, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman (18) battles with Florida Panthers forward A.J. Greer (10) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

The Oilers made the single greatest free agent signing in recent history

Sean Mallon

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Mar 22, 2026

Arizona Coyotes v Edmonton Oilers

A Retrospective on the Zack Kassian Trade and the Oilers' 2022 Free Agency

Nick Onciul

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Dec 30, 2025

2025 Stanley Cup Final - Game One

Connor McDavid's agent just revealed what really drove his eyebrow-raising contract

Scott Rogust

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Oct 14, 2025

Carolina Hurricanes v Washington Capitals - Game Two

Jack Roslovic adds affordable depth on an already deep Oilers team

Gordon Munro

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Oct 10, 2025

Washington Capitals v Carolina Hurricanes - Game Three

Oilers set to sign top free agent forward Jack Roslovic

Gordon Munro

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Oct 8, 2025

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