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Babcock talked to Oilers leaders ‘very bluntly’ about not winning

The conversation between the three Edmonton Oilers leaders and Mike Babcock was a very blunt one, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. The expectation is that the Oilers will officially hire Babcock any time now, once the NHL’s investigation into the Columbus situation three years ago is over.

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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.

Brady Tkachuk trade continues concerning trend for Canadian NHL teams

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 22

Like Dickinson, Murphy’s new deal with Oilers carries five years of movement clauses

Death, taxes, and the Edmonton Oilers handing out movement clauses to their players. Edmonton’s trend of doling out versions of no-movement, no-trade clauses continued Monday when they signed defenceman Connor Murphy to a five-year contract extension.

Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / June 22

Insider Reveals Details of Intense Meeting Between Oilers and Babcock

The Edmonton Oilers have yet to officially hire Mike Babcock as their new head coach, but all signs point to that coming to fruition sooner rather than later after he was cleared following a lengthy NHL investigation.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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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.

Connor Murphy News / Daily Faceoff / June 22

Oilers sign Connor Murphy to five-year contract extension

Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman has a busy summer ahead of him as he looks to build a roster that can capitalize on the two-year contract extension that Connor McDavid signed during the 2025-26 season.

Connor Murphy News / The Hockey Writers / June 22

Oilers Lock Up Connor Murphy With Five-Year Extension

On Monday, the Edmonton Oilers took another important step toward solidifying their blue line, signing veteran defenseman Connor Murphy to a five-year contract extension carrying a $4.1 million annual cap hit.

Connor Murphy News / Oilersnation / June 22

Oilers sign defenceman Connor Murphy to five-year contract extension

The Edmonton Oilers have signed pending unrestricted free agent defenceman Connor Murphy to a five-year contract, TSN’s Ryan Rishaug reported Monday. The deal will carry a $4.1 million cap hit for the 33-year-old right-shot blue liner.

Connor Murphy News / NHL Trade Talk / June 22

Announcement Coming: Oilers Closing In on Connor Murphy Extension

The Edmonton Oilers appear to be making progress on another important piece of business this offseason. According to TSN’s Ryan Rishaug, significant progress has been made between the Oilers and veteran defenseman Connor Murphy, with a deal potentially being finalized in the coming days.

Jason Dickinson News / Oilersnation / June 22

Breaking down the details of Jason Dickinson’s new contract

Jason Dickinson’s new contract with the Edmonton Oilers contains trade and movement clauses in each of the five years, salary cap resource website PuckPedia reported Sunday.

Connor Murphy News / Oilersnation / June 21

Oilers, Murphy could reach new contract ‘in the next day or so’

The Edmonton Oilers might be on the cusp of keeping one of their latest acquisitions for the future. On Sunday, TSN’s Ryan Rishaug reported that the Oilers are close to signing defenceman Connor Murphy to a new contract.

Mike Babcock News / Oilersnation / June 21

Oilers Letters to the Editor: Fans split on potential Babcock hire

It’s time to dig into this week’s Letters to the Editor. Want to join in the fun? Details about how to reach out are at the bottom of the article. Dear Editor, With the potential hiring of Mike Babcock, I am torn.

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Darnell Nurse News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 21

Flyers’ perfect offer for Oilers’ Darnell Nurse after trade request

The Edmonton Oilers are having an eventful offseason, with Mike Babcock likely returning to coach the team. That storyline has overshadowed Darnell Nurse, who has requested a trade after 12 seasons with the Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / June 21

Forgotten Oilers: Remembering the Petr Klíma Days in Edmonton

When you think about the great goal scorers in Edmonton Oilers history, the conversation usually starts and ends with Wayne Gretzky, Jari Kurri, Glenn Anderson, and, more recently, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.

Jason Dickinson News / The Hockey Writers / June 21

Grading Oilers’ 5-Year Extension for Jason Dickinson

The Edmonton Oilers are in the middle of the most important offseason in recent history, and they have already been active on every front. On Sunday (Jun.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 21

Sunday Scramble: Seven questions surrounding the Oilers hiring Mike Babcock

Well, that was a quick investigation. The court of Gary Bettman acted unusually fast, and the Edmonton Oilers are expected to make the Mike Babcock hiring official any time. Once that ink dries and we find out the time, put a notification in your calendar.

Edmonton Oilers News / Ball Exclusives / June 21

How the Oilers have wasted Connor McDavid’s prime

The clock is ticking in Edmonton — well, metaphorically. Connor McDavid is inching towards the most dreaded fate in sports. The age of 30. An unavoidable period that — in recent memory — only the likes of LeBron James and Sidney Crosby have traversed unscathed.

Jason Dickinson News / Oilersnation / June 21

‘He’s believing in this team’: Oilers fans react to Jason Dickinson’s five-year contract

Edmonton Oilers fans received their first bit of big news this off-season as the organization announced they signed forward Jason Dickinson to a five-year contract worth $4 million per year.

Jason Dickinson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 21

Oilers Sign Jason Dickinson To Five-Year Extension

The Oilers announced Sunday that center Jason Dickinson has signed a five-year, $20MM extension with a $4MM cap hit. Mark Spector of Sportsnet had reported

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / June 21

The Edmonton Oilers’ 2026 NHL Draft Guide: Everything you need to know

Once again, the Edmonton Oilers are sitting out of the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft. This particular first-round pick is in the hands of the Buffalo Sabres by way of the San Jose Sharks, where it was dealt in exchange for Jake Walman at the 2025 Trade Deadline.