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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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
Ryan Shea News / The Oil Rig / July 7
How new defenceman Ryan Shea will fit into the Edmonton Oilers’ blueline
Amidst several other moves at the start of free agency, the Edmonton Oilers signed Ryan Shea. A late blooming left shot defenceman, Shea is a relative unknown.
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.
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.
Frederik Andersen News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 7
Oilers’ Frederik Andersen drops Stanley Cup mission statement after signing
The Edmonton Oilers made an intriguing signing in NHL Free Agency, inking Frederik Andersen to a one-year contract. Andersen is coming off a Stanley Cup win with the Carolina Hurricanes.
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.
Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / July 6
Oilers Quick Hits: Michaels, Stastney & Moves That Could Matter
The Edmonton Oilers are in the part of the offseason where not every move is going to make a big splash. The headlines usually belong to the big contracts and major additions, but building a team for an 82-game season is about more than the names at the top of the roster.
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
Oilers Re-Sign Owen Michaels
According to a team announcement, the Edmonton Oilers have re-signed forward Owen Michaels to a two-year, $1.8MM ($900K AAV) contract. Despite re-signing on a two-year deal, Michaels has yet to play a game with the Oilers organization.
Frederik Andersen News / NHL Trade Talk / July 6
Andersen Reveals Oilers’ New Thinking About Goalie Workloads
When asked what he thinks of the three-goalie system the Edmonton Oilers are working to implement, Frederik Andersen’s comments were pretty honest. At this stage of his career, he seems comfortable admitting as much.
Darnell Nurse News / Inside The Rink / July 6
Player Profile: Darnell Nurse
Darnell Nurse is a defenseman from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, who was born on February fourth, 1995. Nurse is a 6’4” and 216 lbs defenseman who uses this frame to bring physical play to the blueline.
Owen Michaels News / Oilersnation / July 6
Oilers sign Owen Michaels to two-year contract extension
The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Owen Michaels to a two-year contract extension, the club announced Monday. The deal will pay him an AAV of $900,000.
Owen Michaels News / Daily Faceoff / July 6
Oilers re-sign Owen Michaels to two-year contract
The Edmonton Oilers have re-signed restricted free agent forward Owen Michaels to a two-year contract, the club announced Monday morning. According to the Oilers, Michael’s new contract carries a $900,000 NHL cap hit.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 6
Oilers off-season grades: NHL experts review free agency moves
The dust is starting to settle on free agency, and cheers and jeers for teams across the NHL are getting released. Our own Lane Golden gave his grades for the major signings the Edmonton Oilers made as free agency opened on Wednesday, but as we do every year, it’s time to see how those outside the market viewed Stan Bowman and company’s moves.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / July 6
Edmonton Oilers free agency review so far this offseason
The Edmonton Oilers have had an awesome offseason to this point. Stan Bowman got the ball rolling on July 1 and made a handful of much-needed moves. He traded a liability, acquired a new goalie, and added some more pieces.
Spencer Stastney News / Daily Faceoff / July 5
Oilers sign Spencer Stastney to one-year contract extension
The Edmonton Oilers continue to piece together their roster for the 2026-27 season, specifically on the back end, as the team announced on Sunday that it has signed defenseman Spencer Stastney to a one-year contract extension.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 4
NHL teams are finally realizing offer sheets are a viable (and smart) strategy
NHL general managers are finally starting to realize restricted free agency is not only a viable strategy, it might also be one of the best options teams can have in finding impact talent.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 4
Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson is one of NHL's boldest moves in years
The Philadelphia Flyers sent shockwaves through the NHL on Friday afternoon when they announced that they signed Anaheim Ducks restricted free agent Leo Carlsson to a five-year offer sheet.
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