Edmonton Oilers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Is This The Year Jack Roslovic Finally Gets Paid?

If any player has ever been forced to earn a multi-year contract, it is forward Jack Roslovic. The 29-year-old has had to sign one-year “prove it” contracts in back-to-back summers and hopes this will be the summer he finally lands a lucrative multi-year contract in free agency.

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Edmonton Oilers issue qualifying offers to four players

In preparation for free agency opening on Wednesday, July 1st, the Edmonton Oilers had a few pending restricted free agents left to decide on. Will they qualify them to retain their rights?

Devon Levi News / Oilersnation / June 29

Oilers doing ‘real research’ on goaltender Devon Levi

The Edmonton Oilers are fishing around the league for a potential goalie trade. During the NHL Draft weekend, the Oilers were reportedly exploring the availability of acquiring young Buffalo Sabres netminder Devon Levi.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?

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Darnell Nurse News / Daily Faceoff / June 29

Which teams are still in the running for Darnell Nurse?

Any team looking to upgrade their blueline this offseason should have Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski at the top of their wish list. But for teams that find themselves pushed out of the Werenski sweepstakes, there are other defensemen available that are worth pursuing.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 29

Oilers Issue Qualifying Offers To Four Players

There’s a bit of activity from the Edmonton Oilers post-NHL Draft as June comes to a close. On Monday afternoon, the Oilers issued qualifying offers to pending restricted free agents Colton Dach, Robby Jarventie, Owen Michaels, and Spencer Stastney.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Get to Know Oilers Draftees & Spitfires Teammates Andrew Robinson & Caden Harvey

At the 2026 NHL Entry Draft in Buffalo on Saturday (June 27), the Edmonton Oilers drafted a pair of skaters from the Windsor Spitfires of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL): defenceman Andrew Robinson in the sixth round at 133rd overall, and forward Caden Harvey in Round 7 at the 180th overall.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 29

Three women invited to Oilers development camp as roster released

The Edmonton Oilers have invited three women to join their 27-person development camp. They’re among the 14 forwards, eight defencemen, and five goaltenders the team will bring to Edmonton this week.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 29

Oilers issue qualifying offers to four restricted free agents

The Edmonton Oilers have issued qualifying offers to five restricted free agents, the club announced Monday. Forwards Colton Dach, Roby Järventie, and Owen Michaels, as well as defenceman Spencer Stastney, all received qualifying offers.

Darnell Nurse News / NHL Trade Talk / June 29

Oilers Re-Engage Sharks in Darnell Nurse Trade Talks

The Edmonton Oilers‘ efforts to move veteran defenseman Darnell Nurse continue to gain momentum, with fresh reports indicating the San Jose Sharks have re-entered trade discussions.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 29

Can Leon Draisaitl become Mike Babcock’s next Pavel Datsyuk?

As more details emerge about the Edmonton Oilers’ hiring of Mike Babcock, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the team’s leaders are fully behind the bold hire.

Corey Perry News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Oilers Should Consider Bringing Corey Perry Back in Free Agency

The Edmonton Oilers may have an opportunity to reunite with a familiar face this summer. Following the 2026 NHL Draft, Tampa Bay Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois confirmed that veteran forwards Corey Perry and Oliver Bjorkstrand are expected to hit unrestricted free agency when the market opens.

Darnell Nurse News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Bruins’ Trade Package to Land Oilers’ Darnell Nurse

As we march closer to free agency, the Boston Bruins weren’t very active during the NHL Draft. We saw them trade prospect Fabian Lysell, who has a chance at a fresh start with the Colorado Avalanche.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 29

Why D.J. Smith’s penalty kill tactics are a perfect fit for Oilers

The Stanley Cup has been won by innovators. I wrote about Carolina over and over again during their run to the Cup, and it was validating to see them experience success as the postseason rolled along en route to the ultimate prize.

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 29

Nurse Trade Stalled: Status Update as Limited List Creating Headaches for Bowman and Oilers

The Darnell Nurse trade is going nowhere fast — and the reason isn’t terribly complicated. Take an overpriced defenseman and try to shop him to only three teams.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Oilers at Risk of Falling Behind an Improving Pacific Division

It may have happened already. The Edmonton Oilers window to win the Stanley Cup might have closed when they lost their 2026 first round Stanley Cup playoff series to the Anaheim Ducks.

Darnell Nurse News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Darnell Nurse's Preferred Destinations Reportedly Include Original Six Franchise

As the Edmonton Oilers continue navigating an offseason that already saw them part ways with longtime head coach Kris Knoblauch, trade discussions involving one of their core defensemen have started to take clearer shape before the start of free agency on July 1.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 28

Sunday Scramble: How long can Stan Bowman wait for the best Nurse trade offer?

Early last week, it seemed like we were on the cusp of a Darnell Nurse trade. The closer we got to the NHL Draft, the quieter the chatter got. With some

Edmonton Oilers News / Inside The Rink / June 28

Edmonton Oilers 2026 NHL Draft Choices

58th Overall / Rudolfs Berzkalns: Left shooting Centerman, 6′ 4”, 204 lbs, 33 points through 91 USHL games with the Muskegon Lumberjacks. 84th Overall / Malcom Gastrin: Left shooting Left Winger, 6′, 174 lbs, 26 points through 26 Swe-Jr games with MoDo Jr.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / June 28

Edmonton Oilers 2026 NHL Draft: Recap and review with Director of Amateur Scouting Rick Pracey

The 2026 NHL Draft was relatively tame for the Edmonton Oilers. Going into the weekend with just four picks, any major impact they were hoping to make on their roster was going to come from a trade.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / June 28

Do the Oilers Dare to Do Something They’ve Avoided for Years?

There’s been a lot of noise about Mike Babcock potentially being the guy to change things in Edmonton. Some people like the idea. Some don’t. Some think the game has moved on.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / June 27

Edmonton Oilers select Ryan Cameron 212th overall in the 2026 NHL Draft

With the 212th overall selection in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Edmonton Oilers have selected goaltender Ryan Cameron out of the USHL. He is coming off a bit of a rough season, but the Oilers are in desperate need of goaltending.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 23

Making sense of the Oilers' decision to hire Mike Babcock

Three years after resigning from his last coaching stop with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Babcock is now tasked with getting the Oilers over the hump.

Oilers reward veteran player with familiar name with long-term deal

Calgary Flames acquire Simon Nemec in blockbuster trade

NHL to investigate two Texas cities for expansion

Ottawa Senators find Brady Tkachuk replacement with trade for William Eklund

Tkachuk trade continues concerning trend for Canadian NHL teams

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 22

Oilers reward veteran player with familiar name with long-term deal

A player named Connor has agreed to a new longterm to stay with the Edmonton Oilers, but it's not the one fans are hoping they eventually see news about.

Panthers acquiring Brady Tkachuk from Senators in blockbuster

Tkachuk trade continues concerning trend for Canadian NHL teams

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Mammoth sign coach Andre Tourigny to new contract

Kraken re-sign forward Bobby McMann to six-year deal

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