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Did Berube’s Unexpected Decision Lead to the Oilers’ Pivot to Hiring Babcock?

Craig Berube says he took himself out of the running for the Edmonton Oilers’ head coaching job — and it wasn’t because the interview went badly. There was talk he really wanted the job in Edmonton, so it’s odd to hear him say that it was his choice to pull himself from the running.

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Berube positive about Oilers interview but process ‘dragged too long’

One of the Edmonton Oilers’ head coaching candidates during this recent cycle talked about his experience on a recent podcast. On Leafs Morning Take on Wednesday, they interviewed outgoing Toronto coach Craig Berube, who was an early candidate in Edmonton’s coaching search before they eventually decided to hire Mike Babcock.

Mathieu Joseph News / Oilersnation / July 8

Why Mathieu Joseph could be a highly useful defensive forward for the Oilers

Most of the Edmonton Oilers’ moves this off-season, particularly the more significant ones, have focused on improving the back end and the goaltending.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 8

Penguins’ Wingers Could Be Ideal Trade Targets for Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers have had a pretty successful offseason thus far, though if there is one area they would still like to address and upgrade, it would be the top six, specifically a top-six winger.

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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?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

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The 'NHL saves leaders since 1995-96' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 8

Oilers Could Bring Back Polarizing D-Man For Depth Scoring Boost

If defenseman John Klingberg remains unsigned this summer, the Edmonton Oilers could do a lot worse than the offensive blueliner in a depth role. The Oilers have decided that the goal this coming season is to spread out the offense to ensure that Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Evan Bouchard aren’t overworked.

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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.

Darnell Nurse News / Oilersnation / July 8

Who should replace Darnell Nurse as the Oilers’ next alternate captain?

With Darnell Nurse now with the San Jose Sharks, the Edmonton Oilers have at least a couple of things left to figure out for next season. For one, who’s taking over the music?

Mike Babcock News / The Oil Rig / July 8

Edmonton Oilers rumour roundup: Babcock challenging stars and other offseason rumblings

While most of the offseason’s action is likely in the rear view, there is still plenty of time and opportunity for the Edmonton Oilers to manoeuvre. As

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 8

How the Oilers’ Offseason Decisions Affect Their AHL Prospects

A flurry of moves to start the new league year means an abundance of decisions ahead for the Edmonton Oilers. They have a full roster of NHL talent, but we can’t forget about the players waiting for their shot in the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Bakersfield Condors.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 7

Oilers Could Right a Wrong and Unlock Second Power Play Unit with Unsigned UFA

With head coach Mike Babcock coming in and the mandate being that the Edmonton Oilers will spread out their offence, that could mean finding the right mix on a second-unit power play.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 7

How will D.J. Smith deploy the Oilers defence?

The Edmonton Oilers currently have ten defensemen who played NHL games last season. Most would agree the top five D-men are Evan Bouchard, Mattias Ekholm, Jake Walman, Connor Murphy, and Ryan Shea.

Chris Pronger News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

Revisiting the Oilers’ Chris Pronger Trade 20 Years Ago

On July 3, 2006, I was in my car listening to Bob Stauffer and Mark Spector on Team 1260 in Edmonton when they announced that Chris Pronger was being traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Anaheim Ducks for Joffrey Lupul, Ladislav Smid, two first-round picks and a second-round pick.

Stan Bowman News / Oilersnation / July 7

Stan Bowman needs to make a big splash and add a scoring winger

As the NHL offseason hits its quiet period, the Edmonton Oilers are still sitting with close to $6 million in cap space and, with a few roster moves, could easily see that number creep up north of $8 million.

Frederik Andersen News / Oilersnation / July 7

Just rest needed for Frederik Andersen’s knee injury: ‘Very reassuring’

Frederik Andersen revealed the injury he suffered during the Stanley Cup Final that kept him out of the lineup for the final three games of the season.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

Oilers News & Rumours: Mukhamadullin, Stastney, Emberson, Andersen Speaks

The Edmonton Oilers have been quite active this offseason, making some moves behind their bench as well as with their roster, with some player personnel changes.

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Mike Babcock News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

Oilers Leadership Group Getting Blasted By Babcock Was Positive

The Edmonton Oilers weren’t expecting to be eliminated in round one of the playoffs last season. In fact, fans were hoping they could make another deep playoff run and have a shot at making it into their third straight Stanley Cup Final; unfortunately, that wasn’t the case.

Mathieu Joseph News / Oilersnation / July 7

A look at what the Oilers are hoping to get out of Mathieu Joseph next season

Just when you thought the Edmonton Oilers may have fallen asleep at the wheel on the first day of free agency, after a quiet start to the day, a flurry of signings followed the Darnell Nurse trade.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 7

Mike Babcock wasted no time calling out McDavid and Draisaitl

Mike Babcock isn’t easing into this job as the new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers. In fact, before he even got the job, he hit the two biggest stars on the roster with a truth they might not have been prepared for.

Frederik Andersen News / Oilersnation / July 6

Andersen wants to help Oilers ‘get over the hump’

The Edmonton Oilers’ free agent signing with the most pedigree is reigning Stanley Cup champion Frederik Andersen. Fresh off a tremendous playoff run where he went 13-2 before Brandon Bussi took over, Edmonton was looking to shore up its crease with a veteran who’s been through the rigours of a Stanley Cup run.

Owen Michaels News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 6