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Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / September 27
The Oiler make franchise history with a perfect preseason record
For the first time in franchise history, the Edmonton Oilers have completed a perfect preseason. The Oilers achieved the 4-0-0 record with a dominant 4-1 win over the Calgary Flames on Saturday.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 27
Instant Reaction: Oilers defeat Flames 4-1 to finish NHL preseason with a perfect record
How does a 4-0-0 preseason sound? On Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers played their fourth and final tune-up game before the real thing, defeating the Calgary Flames by a score of 4-1.
Kirill Marchenko News / The Hockey Writers / September 26
Oilers Linked to Kirill Marchenko as Potential Trade Suitor
The Edmonton Oilers have spent much of the offseason looking for another difference-maker in their top six, and one of the more intriguing names connected to them is Columbus Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko.
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
Kirby Dach News / Oilersnation / September 26
Report: Oilers ‘drooling’ with interest in Habs’ Kirby Dach
Could the Edmonton Oilers have interest in bringing in Kirby Dach? According to NHL Insider Frank Seravalli, the Oilers and the Calgary Flames are looking to trade for Dach, with Seravalli describing the Oilers’ interest in the 25-year-old as “drooling” for the Montreal Canadiens winger.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 26
Something Feels Different in Edmonton This Time Around
Few teams have more riding on this season than the Edmonton Oilers. Let’s break down what’s helping them and what’s stacked against them as they head into another run at the Cup.
Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / September 26
Analyst: 0% Chance Connor McDavid Stays in Edmonton Beyond Current Contract
No team is under more pressure to win in 2026-27 than the Edmonton Oilers, because the future of their captain and the world’s best player could very well be riding on it.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 26
Four Oilers to watch in pre-season finale vs. Flames
With only one more pre-season game remaining for most teams and the regular season beginning on Tuesday, teams have begun to make the majority of cuts to their rosters.
Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / September 26
'0% Chance' McDavid Stays in Edmonton, Says TSN Analyst
The Toronto media, or at least just Jeff O’Neill, is having more fun with the fan base of the Edmonton Oilers. On a recent episode of OverDrive, O’Neill suggested there’s a “0% chance” Connor McDavid stays in Edmonton beyond the two-year contract extension he recently signed, and Oilers fans are riled up.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 26
Do the numbers support the Oilers loading up McDavid and Draisaitl?
The Edmonton Oilers have spent years debating whether they are better with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl together or apart. But over the past three seasons, the answer has depended heavily on who plays beside them.
The defining figure for every NHL franchise
People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / September 26
Previewing the Edmonton Oilers' first week of the 2026-27 NHL season
The 2026-27 NHL regular season is almost here. And with that comes 84 games (minimum) worth of Edmonton Oilers hockey. Alongside my post-game takeaways, I'll be previewing the Oilers' in-season action on a weekly basis.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / September 25
Oilers make many surprising cuts to their training camp roster
The Edmonton Oilers announced their second round of cuts to their training camp roster on Friday morning. The club released forward Seth Griffith from his professional tryout contract (PTO).
Jason Dickinson News / Daily Faceoff / September 25
Oilers’ Jason Dickinson unlikely to start season
Some unwanted news for one of the top teams in the Western Conference. When speaking to the media on Friday, Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock revealed that defenseman Jason Dickinson has suffered a setback during the preseason and is unlikely to be in the lineup for the opening night of the 2026-27 regular season.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / September 25
What fans need to know after the Oilers' third preseason game
The Edmonton Oilers have gone three-for-three so far in preseason. Most of that hasn't exactly been pretty hockey, but it is what it is. The team's most recent effort, a 2-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks, was exactly that.
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Four NHL teams under most pressure to win the Stanley Cup this season
Let's take a look at four NHL teams that are going to be facing the most pressure to win during the 2026-27 season.
Jason Dickinson News / Oilersnation / September 25
Oilers injury update: Jason Dickinson suffers setback ahead of opener
The Edmonton Oilers may be without Jason Dickinson when the regular season begins in four days. The veteran centre did not skate on Friday morning and has not been on the ice for team practices much in the past week.
Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / September 25
The Oilers Just Lost a Player They Probably Needed
Sometimes the injury news that looks the smallest on paper isn't necessarily the smallest problem. That's where the Edmonton Oilers are with Jason Dickinson.
Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / September 25
Draisaitl Offers Up an Uneasy Dose of Reality for Oilers Fans
After Friday’s full-roster practice, Leon Draisaitl was asked about preparing for opening night of the 2026-27 season and how much more work the team might need to do to feel ready.
Isaac Howard News / Oilersnation / September 25
Isaac Howard leads ‘outmatched’ Oilers to victory over the Canucks
Hard work has been the prevailing theme for the Edmonton Oilers throughout training camp this fall. The pace in practice. The aggressive penalty killing.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 25
Oilers reassign 15 players to trim training camp roster
The Edmonton Oilers are close to finalizing their roster. On Friday morning, the Oilers sent down most of their minor-league roster that remained with the big club after a 2-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks the night before.
Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / September 25
Did Isaac Howard Answer Mike Babcock's Question?
Sometimes a young player doesn't need to score three goals to get your attention. One goal and one assist will do. That's what Isaac Howard gave the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night in Vancouver.
Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / September 25
Zach Hyman invites Mark Messier to visit Oilers after Mike Babcock comments
The Edmonton Oilers just can’t seem to avoid drama these days.
Matthew Savoie News / The Oil Rig / September 24
Edmonton Oilers will pay big for Matthew Savoie’s next contract
The Edmonton Oilers are at a very critical juncture of franchise history. Connor McDavid has two more guaranteed seasons under contract, Mike Babcock has been hired as head coach, and the need to capture the team’s sixth Stanley Cup has never been more pressing.
Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / September 23
Oilers Legend Mark Messier Pushes Back on Mike Babcock Hiring
Mark Messier is unhappy with the Edmonton Oilers’ decision to hire Mike Babcock. In fact, the former Oilers and legendary Hall of Famer says he’s “horrified” by the decision.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / September 23
Mark Messier torches Oilers for controversial Mike Babcock hiring
As part of their desperate desire to win a Stanley Cup with Connor McDavid, the Edmonton Oilers have made a lot of controversial decisions over the past few years.
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