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Dec 22, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk (7) looks for a loose puck against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Brady Tkachuk has set a dangerous precedent for next offseason

Noah Guttman

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Jun 23, 2026

The status for Darnell Nurse from rumours to reality

Shairaz Baksh

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Jun 22, 2026

Multiple Oilers' pending UFAs to test free agent market

Gordon Munro

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Jun 21, 2026

Former NHL goaltender 'can't see' Babcock loving Connor Ingram

Ash Anjum

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Jun 20, 2026

Jan 13, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) skates behind the net against the Nashville Predators during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

The Oilers may not have to retain salary in a Darnell Nurse trade

Gordon Munro

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Jun 19, 2026

Oct 15, 2018; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock during a post game press conference after a win ove the Los Angeles Kings at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Former Red Wings star dubs Oilers 'idiots' over Mike Babcock hire

Ash Anjum

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Jun 19, 2026

Apr 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock (center) looks on from the bench during game four of the first round of the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Boston Bruins at Scotiabank Arena. Boston defeated Toronto. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Former NHL player warns against Babcock's mistreatment of role players

Ash Anjum

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Jun 19, 2026

Sep 28, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock talks to the media after a win over the Detroit Red Wings at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

With Babcock hire pending, more agents speak out against disgraced coach

Noah Guttman

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Jun 19, 2026

Nov 22, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) speaks to center Leon Draisaitl (29) against the Florida Panthers during the second period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Appeal of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl "diminished" by Mike Babcock hire

Ash Anjum

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Jun 16, 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

Dec 29, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Edmonton Oilers left wing Zach Hyman (18) celebrates an empty net goal against the Winnipeg Jets with Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) in the third period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

Zach Hyman reportedly among loudest voices behind Oilers' Mike Babcock hire

Ash Anjum

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Jun 15, 2026

Jan 30, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Kings head coach Jim Hiller against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the third period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Jim Hiller could overtake Babcock for the Oilers head coaching job

Noah Guttman

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Jun 14, 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

Oilers' Darnell Nurse successfully cuts his losses with trade request

Noah Guttman

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Jun 12, 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

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

Mar 19, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Vasily Podkolzin (92) shoots the puck against Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Sergei Bobrovsky could solve the Oilers' goaltending woes

Noah Guttman

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Jun 6, 2026

Apr 28, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers goaltender Connor Ingram (39) waits for the play to begin 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

Connor Ingram not expected to be back with the Oilers next season

Ash Anjum

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May 31, 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

Oct 19, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Vegas Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy directs his team against the Florida Panthers during the third period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Bruce Cassidy speaks out, is 'upset' that he cannot speak with the Edmonton Oilers

Gordon Munro

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May 28, 2026

May 6, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Pavel Dorofeyev (16) prepares for a faceoff against the Anaheim Ducks during the first period of game two of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

An NHL insider believes the Oilers should seek revenge on the Golden Knights

Gordon Munro

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May 22, 2026

Mar 25, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube directs a player onto the ice during the third period against the New York Rangers at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Hiring former Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube would be a big mistake for Oilers

Gordon Munro

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May 21, 2026

Mar 22, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette speaks with the media after a 5-3 win against the Vancouver Canucks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images

Peter Laviolette enters the fray as Oilers consider coaching options

Noah Guttman

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May 19, 2026

Jun 12, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch looks on during the third period against the Florida Panthers in game four of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Why Kris Knoblauch is the perfect hire for an analytics-driven Leafs team

Noah Guttman

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May 18, 2026

Jun 13, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy hoists the Stanley Cup after defeating the Florida Panthers in game five of the 2023 Stanley Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

What it means for the Oilers to be withheld permission from speaking to coach candidate

Gordon Munro

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May 13, 2026

Dec 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch watches the play against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Knoblauch is safe for the moment, but is Cassidy a-knocking?

Noah Guttman

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May 9, 2026

Apr 24, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) heads to a penalty box 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

Brady Tkachuk trade talk in Ottawa should serve as a warning for Oilers fans

Noah Guttman

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May 2, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Josh Samanski (81) skates against the Dallas Stars during the game between the Stars and the Oilers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Oilers continue to replenish prospect pool through free agency

Gordon Munro

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Apr 7, 2026

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