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Oilers Trade Tree: How they fumbled trading away Pat Maroon

Drafting was a huge problem during the Edmonton Oilers’ Decade of Darkness. Just over a year after coming oh so close to winning the sixth Stanley Cup in franchise history, the Oilers had three first-round picks in the 2007 draft.

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Eastern Conference Playoff Team Internally Discussing Darnell Nurse Trade

The Philadelphia Flyers could emerge as a surprising destination for Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse this offseason. According to Philadelphia insider Anthony SanFilippo, there have been internal conversations within the Flyers organization regarding the possibility of acquiring Nurse.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 11

What Should the Oilers Prioritize Most This Offseason?

The Edmonton Oilers took a massive step back this season after their first-round elimination at the hands of the Anaheim Ducks, but that doesn’t mean there’s any reason to throw in the towel on this group in the offseason.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 11

A New Hard-Nosed, Stanley Cup-Winning HC Linked to the Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers coaching search has become somewhat of a mess, and while they appeared to have narrowed it down to Mike Babcock, the NHL’s investigation into what exactly went on in Columbus back in 2023 may very well put a wrench in those plans.

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The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

How many of the players to score the most goals in one Stanley Cup Playoff run for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 11

Oilers 2025-26 Prospect Review: Asher Barnett shines in freshman season with Michigan

After a great two years with the United States National Team development program, the Edmonton Oilers selected Asher Barnett in the fifth round of the 2025 NHL Draft, and I wrote about how his defensive play stood out to me.

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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 / Professor Press Box / June 10

The Oilers’ Coaching Conversation Isn’t Really About Mike Babcock

Earlier this week, Elliotte Friedman commented about the Edmonton Oilers and the buzz around potential head coach Mike Babcock. But, from my perspective, the most interesting part isn’t really Babcock himself.

Mike Babcock News / NHL Rumors / June 11

The NHLPA Requests the NHL to Investigate Mike Babcock

Darren Dreger: (posted on Tuesday) “The NHLPA has asked the NHL to move forward with an investigation into the allegations Mike Babcock invaded players

NHL News / Oilersnation / June 10

Friedman: Oilers believed to have interviewed Jim Hiller for coaching position

While Mike Babcock and Bruce Cassidy are dominating the conversation surrounding the Edmonton Oilers‘ head coaching position, there may be another name to add to the fold.

Bobby McMann News / Daily Faceoff / June 10

Bobby McMann could be an excellent fit for the Oilers

While the Edmonton Oilers have plenty of problems off the ice, they still need to focus on recapturing the championship mindset on the ice. The Oilers are looking for a little more depth in the lineup after a disappointing end to the 2025-26 season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 11

Daryl Katz’s fingerprints are all over Oilers’ controversial offseason

The longer and longer the dramatic 2026 off-season continues for the Edmonton Oilers, the more and more clear it’s become that Daryl Katz’s fingerprints are all over this mess.

Mike Babcock News / Daily Faceoff / June 10

The Mike Babcock situation continues to be messy for the Oilers

Who knew that, in 2026, Mike Babcock would still be in the headlines? The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly interested in hiring the Stanley Cup-winning head coach as their new bench boss.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Rumors / June 10

Edmonton Oilers Roster Needs Work, Team Just Doesn’t Need a Coach

The Edmonton Oilers continue to go through the motions of trying to hire Mike Babcock as the next head coach as they look to get back to the Stanley Cup Final.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 10

Oilers must end Mike Babcock pursuit before they do more damage

Oilers need to end their pursuit of Mike Babcock before they do even more damage

The most obvious issue with the Babcock pursuit is all of the baggage that comes with him.

Oilers' rumored connection to Mike Babcock signifies larger NHL problem

NHLPA requests Oilers delay Mike Babcock hiring until investigation completed

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Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / June 10

NHLPA Has Dirt on Babcock, Oilers Might Bail as NHL Conducts Investigation

The Edmonton Oilers’ path to hiring Mike Babcock just got a lot bumpier on Tuesday. According to reports, the NHL is moving ahead with its investigation on the former Columbus Blue Jackets, Toronto Maple Leafs, Detroit Red Wings, and Anaheim Ducks coach.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 10

NHL Rumors: NHL To Investigate Babcock, Plus McDavid and Demidov Extensions

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the league will open an investigation into the incidents that led to Mike Babcock resigning as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 10

The NHL could save the Oilers from themselves

Not so fast, everyone. The Edmonton Oilers might be saved from themselves before they make the most controversial coaching hire since… well, maybe ever, considering the profile of Mike Babcock and how often the word “scumbag” is used to describe him.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / June 10

Evan Bouchard has a career year: Oilers 2025-26 player review

Welcome to Oilersnation’s annual player review series, where we dive into the Edmonton Oilers season player by player. We’ll look back at the season that was, what kind of impact each player had, and what we could see from them next season.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / June 10

Prospects that Edmonton Oilers could use as trade chips at the draft

The 2026 NHL draft is fast approaching, and with that, the Edmonton Oilers could be looking to add to their overall roster. This buyers mentality is especially true if a player like Darnell Nurse is moved, which would free up plenty of extra cap space for the Alberta-based team.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 10

A look back at Zach Hyman’s history playing under Mike Babcock

When reports first surfaced that the Edmonton Oilers were expected to hire Mike Babcock as the next head coach, my initial thoughts shifted between “Why?

Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / June 10

The Oilers' big fear related to Mike Babcock hiring has happened

As the Edmonton Oilers express their interest in hiring former NHL coach Mike Babcock, the concerns that there may be lingering issues from his last run in the league are becoming a reality.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / June 10

Oilers Insider Sees Connor McDavid in Edmonton Long-Term

For years, one of the biggest questions surrounding the Edmonton Oilers has centred around Connor McDavid‘s long-term future. As the face of the franchise and arguably the best player in the world, speculation about whether he will spend his entire career in Edmonton has become a yearly topic.

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / June 9

Connor McDavid's Situation Raises Concerns Amid Oilers' Coaching Search

The Edmonton Oilers' pursuit of Mike Babcock has intensified scrutiny around the franchise's future. Many analysts are viewing the coaching search through the lens of Connor McDavid's shrinking championship window.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 8

Offseason Checklist: Edmonton Oilers

The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs plus those who have already been eliminated. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 8

Oilers News & Rumours: Nurse Trade Seems Likely, McDavid Wins MVP, Hockey Operations Updates

The 2026 NHL Draft, as well as free agency, continue to inch closer as June rolls along. This is the time of year where more speculation arises, more rumours spread, and teams begin to start making moves to improve their lineup.