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On YouTubeEdmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / December 27
Two Edmonton Oilers prospects featured at the 2026 World Junior Championship
The World Junior Championship is often the most highly anticipated tournament of the year. It’s timing over Christmas and New Year’s makes it a holiday tradition for us hockey fans to tune in.
Jared McCann News / NHL Trade Talk / December 27
Oilers pitched to go all-on on trade for Kraken star forward
Several names across different positions have recently been linked to the Oilers, with the latest among them now being this Kraken forward.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 27
Oilers GM Stan Bowman Has Done a Great Job Replenishing the Prospect Pool
The Edmonton Oilers are in their Stanley Cup window, which can pose a challenge. There’s a delicate balance between remaining competitive and getting younger at the same time.
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
NHL News / Oilersnation / December 27
Two weeks later, the pros and cons of the Stuart Skinner for Tristan Jarry trade
So I’m sure by now you’ve seen that the Oilers actually pulled the trigger on a Tristan Jarry trade with Pittsburgh, sending Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round draft pick.
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
Connor Ingram News / NHL Trade Talk / December 26
Unexpected Connor Ingram Pivot Was Not in Oilers Original Plans
There’s a growing sense that Connor Ingram may be more than just “insurance” for the Edmonton Oilers. Brought in as a backup to the backup, Ingram is suddenly the starter for the Oilers following an unexpected trade and injury that left the team scrambling before it was arguably ready.
Tristan Jarry News / The Hockey Writers / December 26
Tristan Jarry’s Injury Is a Blessing in Disguise for the Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers finally addressed their goaltending, acquiring Tristan Jarry from the Pittsburgh Penguins for Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick.
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / NHL Trade Talk / December 26
Oilers Rethinking Trade Strategy, Should Avoid Nugent-Hopkins Mistake
Kurt Leavins of the Edmonton Journal wrote on Sunday, “”Unless Stan Bowman is going big game hunting for a left winger alongside Connor McDavid, I cannot
NHL News / Field Level Media / December 26
Flames need more intensity to salvage split of home-and-home with Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers will look to remain hot against the Flames when they visit Calgary for the second half of a home-and-home on Saturday. Leon Draisaitl recorded a hat trick, and Connor McDavid added five assists as the Oilers cruised to a 5-1 victory over Calgary in Edmonton on Tuesday night.
Cam Talbot News / Oilersnation / December 26
Top 100 Oilers: No. 58 — Cam Talbot
Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Cam Talbot comes in at No.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 26
Oilers Need a Third-Line Centre
The Edmonton Oilers should be in the market for a third-line centre before the 2026 Trade Deadline. They are still struggling to find offensive production from the bottom six, and that must change.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 26
Surprising New Competition Emerges For Oilers in Marc‑André Fleury Sweepstakes
Preseason rumors that Marc‑Andre Fleury might return to the NHL later this season to join a contending team for a Stanley Cup run appear to be coming true.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 26
Surprising New Competition Emerges For Oilers in Marc‑André Fleury Sweepstakes
Preseason rumors that Marc‑Andre Fleury might return to the NHL later this season to join a contending team for a Stanley Cup run appear to be coming true.
Stuart Skinner News / The Hockey Writers / December 26
Stuart Skinner’s Top 8 Games With the Edmonton Oilers
Recently, Stuart Skinner was traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Pittsburgh Penguins, bringing an end to the goaltender’s tenure with his hometown team.
David Tomasek News / The Hockey Writers / December 26
Oilers Agree to Mutual Contract Termination With David Tomasek
On Friday (Dec. 26) morning, the Edmonton Oilers announced that they will be placing forward David Tomasek on waivers for the purpose of a mutual contract termination.
David Tomasek News / Oilersnation / December 26
Oilers place David Tomasek on waivers for purpose of contract termination
Looking for a Boxing Day deal? May I interest you in a slightly used David Tomasek? According to the Edmonton Oilers’ social media accounts, the team announced Friday that it will be placing forward David Tomasek on waivers for the purpose of contract termination.
Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / December 26
Oilers’ Connor McDavid on condensed NHL schedule: ‘It suits me’
All it took for Connor McDavid was to get into a groove. And now that he’s found it, he seems nearly unstoppable, tying a career-high in points in the month of December, racking up a staggering 12 goals and 31 points.
David Tomasek News / Daily Faceoff / December 26
Oilers to terminate David Tomasek’s contract
A veteran player is going to become a free agent. On Friday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that, as soon as the NHL’s roster freeze ends on Sunday, the team will be placing forward David Tomasek on unconditional waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 26
Insider Doubles Down on Marc-André Fleury Return Rumors
Is Marc-André Fleury really considering an NHL comeback? That’s the question hockey fans have been asking in recent days as speculation surrounding a potential return from the—potential—future Hall of Famer has picked up steam.
Mattias Ekholm News / Oilersnation / December 26
Top 10 Oilers stories of 2025: #8 — An early playoff Mattias Ekholm injury update
Welcome to Oilersnation’s top 10 stories of the year, where we count down the most-read stories you, the reader, clicked on in 2025. The Edmonton Oilers navigating through Mattias Ekholm’s injury in last year’s playoffs certainly was a big story.
David Tomasek News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 26
Oilers to terminate veteran forward David Tomasek's contract
Edmonton Oilers forward David Tomasek is expected to sign with the Swedish Hockey League’s Färjestad BK after the holiday roster freeze lifts on Sunday.
Connor McDavid News / Breakaway on SI / December 25
Oilers' Connor McDavid Joins Elite Company With Historic Start
Connor McDavid is rewriting the record books again. The Edmonton Oilers captain recorded five assists in a 5-1 demolition of the Calgary Flames, reaching 67 points entering the NHL's holiday break and achieving something that hasn't been done in nearly 30 years.
Edmonton Oilers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 24
Leon Draisaitl has perfect reaction to Connor McDavid’s unreal night
They say Connor McDavid is the greatest player of his generation. The Edmonton Oilers star made it hard to refute that with his performance on the ice Tuesday night against the Calgary Flames at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta.
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