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Oilers sign F Jason Dickinson to 5-year, $20M deal

Pending unrestricted free agent forward Jason Dickinson agreed to a five-year, $20 million contract to remain with the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday. Dickinson was acquired by Edmonton along with Colton Dach from the Chicago Blackhawks on March 4 in exchange for fellow forward Andrew Mangiapane and a conditional first-round draft pick in 2027.

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Oilers sign centre Jason Dickinson to five-year contract

The Edmonton Oilers have signed centre Jason Dickinson to a five-year contract, the club announced Sunday. The new deal for the 30-year-old native of Georgetown, Ont.

Jason Dickinson News / NHL Trade Talk / June 21

Oilers Sign Jason Dickinson to New 5-Year Extension

The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Jason Dickinson to a new five-year contract extension. The team announced the deal on Sunday, following news this weekend that the two sides had made significant progress on terms and things were close.

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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?

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

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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

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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 / 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.

Darnell Nurse News / The Hockey Writers / June 21

Pundit Suggests 2 Surprise Trade Destinations for Oilers’ Darnell Nurse

The Edmonton Oilers will be trading Darnell Nurse, and it seems like a matter of when, not if, the team will be moving on from him. There were reports

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 21

If the Oilers trade Darnell Nurse, don’t they kinda need Connor Murphy?

On Friday’s episode of Oilersnation Radio, we were talking about the Darnell Nurse rumours and some of the free agent decisions sitting on the Oilers’ to-do list, and the conversation eventually landed on Connor Murphy in a way that I don’t think I had thought about before.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 21

3 Prospects the Oilers Should Target With 52nd Pick in 2026 NHL Draft

The 2026 NHL Draft is under one week away, and the Edmonton Oilers are in an interesting position. They have been a competitive team over the last few seasons and have continually looked to upgrade their roster for immediate help, while trading future draft picks.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 20

Getting to Know Oilersnation: Matthew ‘Woz’ Wozniak

Before taking the reins of Oilersnation’s social media, Matthew Wozniak – better known as Woz – was a cofounder of his own soccer content group called “The 90th Minute.” The self-starter had 20,000 subscribers on YouTube and 150,000 TikTok followers and was a popular source of soccer coverage and FIFA gaming content, and it still exists today.

Jason Dickinson News / NHL Trade Talk / June 20

Oilers and Jason Dickinson Close to Reaching Terms on an Extension

According to Sportsnet’s Mark Spector, the Edmonton Oilers and forward Jason Dickinson might be on the verge of reaching a deal to keep the center with the team.

Jason Dickinson News / Oilersnation / June 20

‘Very positive movement’ towards Oilers re-signing Dickinson: Spector

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly working towards locking up one of their pending free agents. According to Sportsnet’s Mark Spector on Saturday afternoon, the Oilers and Jason Dickinson are talking about an extension.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / June 20

What Does Connor McDavid Owe the Last Guy on the Oilers’ Roster?

I've been thinking about the Edmonton Oilers and the Mike Babcock story, but perhaps not for the reason most people probably are. The debate has mostly focused on Babcock himself.

Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / June 20

Mike Babcock to the Oilers Could Go Nuclear

Frank Seravalli, calling the Edmonton Oilers’ interest in Mike Babcock an “unforced error,” hits the nail on the head. Babcock has the résumé. He’s a Stanley Cup winner, experienced, and knows how to coach stars.

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Patrik Laine News / Oilersnation / June 20

Oilers free agent targets: Patrik Laine is a low-risk, high-reward option

NHL free agency is just over a week away, and the Edmonton Oilers are expected to explore all available options. Recently, hockey insider Pierre LeBrun noted there has been significant interest in forward Patrik Laine, who played just five games last season with the Montreal Canadiens.

Darnell Nurse News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 20

Oilers rumors: The ‘No. 1’ team on Darnell Nurse’s trade list

One of the top priorities for Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman this offseason will be determining the future of longtime defenseman Darnell Nurse after the veteran requested a trade last week.

Isaac Howard News / Oilersnation / June 20

Oilers 2025-2026 prospect review: Isaac Howard’s ready for the NHL

After an incredible Hobey Baker-winning season with Michigan State University in 2025 (26 goals and 52 points in 37 games) it was well known that Isaac Howard wanted to see some NHL action.

Jack Roslovic News / NHL Trade Talk / June 20

Is Jack Roslovic Doomed? If Free Agency Fails Again, A Surprise Awaits with Oilers

A year ago, Jack Roslovic bet on himself and lost. His story from last offseason is about a player trying to change his reputation on a team with two of the world’s best players, hoping that increased production would land him better offers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 20

Serious and unserious coaching options for the Oilers

Since the whole of the Edmonton Oilers organization is living in an alternate universe wherein actions have no consequences and staffing decisions are made not with in-depth analysis but rather a firm handshake and a bullying story, I decided to put together a list of potential coaching options for the team.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 19

Progress Being Made: Two Key Oilers Pending UFAs on New Contracts

The Edmonton Oilers have some important decisions to make on several pending UFAs before July 1. While it’s being speculated that Jack Roslovic, Adam Henrique, and a couple of others will go to market and see if they can sign a better deal than the Oilers will offer, Edmonton has made two UFAs a priority.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 19

Oilers rumours: Kapanen to test market, trade interest in Nurse builds

The writing appears to be on the wall for a couple of Edmonton Oilers free agents, who are set to test free agency, according to Dave Pagnotta. The editor of The Fourth Period appeared on Oilersnation Everyday on Friday to discuss Oilers business and echoed reports that Jack Roslovic and Adam Henrique will sign elsewhere this summer.

Mike Babcock News / Daily Faceoff / June 19

Babcock hiring a massive gamble for Oilers

What does an NHL team do when they’ve seemingly tried everything, but nothing has gotten them the championship they desire? They do the one thing that nobody else is willing to do.

Mike Babcock News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Oilers Head Coach Hiring Update Emerges After Mike Babcock News

The Edmonton Oilers are headed into the thick of the NHL offseason without a head coach, but that search appears to be nearing its conclusion. Following Thursday's developments involving Mike Babcock, it looks like the Oilers will finally be able to hire their preferred man to become the next franchise head coach.

Connor Ungar News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 18

Oilers Sign Connor Ungar To One-Year Contract

According to a team announcement, the Edmonton Oilers have signed netminder Connor Ungar to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2026-27 season. Ungar’s new deal will pay him $850K at the NHL level.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 19

Former NHLer: Mike Babcock is 'the only guy that has ever made me hate hockey'

This comes as Babcock has been cleared to coach in the NHL following an investigation from the league.

NHL clears Mike Babcock to return to coaching, but it's still a bad idea for Oilers

Grading the NHL's recent head-coaching moves: Maple Leafs go off the board

Leafs GM John Chayka: Matthew Knies trade 'not probable'

The 'Most 5-point NHL games' quiz

Darnell Nurse News / The Hockey Writers / June 17

Oilers Will Be a Worse Team Without Darnell Nurse

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’re probably aware of the fact that it sounds like Darnell Nurse’s tenure with the Edmonton Oilers is nearing its end.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / June 17

Potential 6th Round Picks for the Edmonton Oilers in the 2026 NHL Draft

With the NHL draft coming up on June 26th and 27th, the Oilers have four total selections. They have a second-rounder, a third-rounder, a sixth-rounder, and a seventh-rounder.