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It’s time for the Oilers to turn Rogers Place into a fortress

It’s time the Edmonton Oilers made Rogers Place into a fortress. Every Halloween, there are local haunted houses that have been harder to get through. Earlier this year, Michael Menzies wrote about Edmonton’s poor home performance.

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Why the Edmonton Oilers must be ready for a strong start to the 2026-27 season

It is September. The NHL regular season begins in 29 days, and the Edmonton Oilers need a strong start this season. They were sluggish to start the past three seasons, going 2-7-1, 4-5-1 and 4-5-1 in their first 10 games of the 2024, 2025, and 2026 seasons, but that shouldn’t happen this season.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 1

Comparing the fan experiences of the two NHL homes the Edmonton Oilers have had

When the Edmonton Oilers joined the NHL as part of the league’s 1979 merger with the WHA, they had advantages. The most noteworthy advantage was retaining Wayne Gretzky after acquiring him from the Indianapolis Racers midseason.

Leon Draisaitl News / Professor Press Box / September 1

Leon Draisaitl Shows That Even Good Scouting Misses Greatness

One interesting thing about looking back at old draft projections is that scouts are often much closer to being right than we give them credit for. The scouting report on Leon Draisaitl, taken third overall by the Edmonton Oilers, actually described a very good player.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Connor Clattenburg News / Oilersnation / September 1

Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 10: Connor Clattenburg

Welcome to Daily Faceoff Edmonton’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. We’re now into our top ten with Bakersfield Condors forward Connor Clattenburg.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Spencer Stastney News / The Hockey Writers / September 1

Oilers 2026-27 Player Previews: Spencer Stastney

It’s officially September, which means the Edmonton Oilers play games this month. The 2026-27 season is upon us, so let’s continue the Oilers’ player preview series.

Chris Pronger News / Oilersnation / September 1

Top 100 Oilers: No. 17 — Chris Pronger

Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Chris Pronger comes in at No.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / September 1

Arguably the most underrated goalie currently in the Oilers system

Although not normally known for their depth in goal, the Edmonton Oilers goaltending pipeline is quite stacked. The team has done well at identifying goalies to draft or sign in recent years, which is more than they can say for the rest of their prospect pool.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 1

3 burning Oilers questions entering 2026-27 NHL season

The Edmonton Oilers have one goal in mind this coming season. Connor McDavid and his teammates are looking to bring the Stanley Cup back north of the border to Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 31

Remaining free agents who could be of interest to the Oilers

The 2026-27 National Hockey League season is less than a month away. Even before training camp started for the Edmonton Oilers, there were several reported injuries.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / August 31

Oilers captain Connor McDavid’s off-ice character praised by Muskoka coach

Muskoka, Ont., has become known for its lush forests, pristine waters, and, in recent years, for serving as a training hub for the NHL’s best, including Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Zach Hyman News / Oilersnation / August 31

31 Oilers Questions: Is Zach Hyman due for a decline in 2026-27?

Heading into the 2026-27 season, Oilersnation will ask one question about every Edmonton Oilers player projected to be on the 2026-27 roster in preparation for the upcoming season.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / Professor Press Box / August 31

The Oilers' Problem Is When to Replace Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

There are some hockey players you replace with another player. A scorer leaves, and you find another scorer. A defenceman gets older, and you start looking for a younger defenceman.

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The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

The 'FBS college football nicknames' quiz

The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 31

Do the Edmonton Oilers possess the winning formula for a Stanley Cup?

The Winning Formula. It’s an oft-used expression and something that every professional sports franchise is chasing. But what is the “winning formula” in the NHL?

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 31

Oilers prospect Aidan Park looks to builds on freshman year after viral draft moment

Taking the stage on NHL draft night is a special moment in a young player’s career. Most prospects invite their friends and family, dress in their sharpest suits, and anxiously await their chance to make the walk.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / August 31

Are the Hockey Gods Telling Oilers to Circle Back to a Serviceable Goalie?

The Edmonton Oilers will be without Frederik Andersen when the 2026-27 NHL regular season begins. It’s not ideal news given that the Oilers are relying on Andersen to bring experience and championship pedigree to at least 15-20 games this season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 31

Oilers’ injuries shouldn’t be a major concern

The Edmonton Oilers’ rookie camp starts on Sept. 11, main camp with veterans begins on Sept. 15, and late last week the team announced Matt Savoie, Frederik Andersen, Mattias Janmark and Alec Regula will not participate in training camp or the preseason.

Max Jones News / Oilersnation / August 31

31 Oilers Questions: Where will Max Jones begin the 2026-27 season?

Heading into the 2026-27 season, Oilersnation will ask one question about every Edmonton Oilers player projected to be on the 2026-27 roster in preparation for the upcoming season.

David Lewandowski News / The Oil Rig / August 31

2026 Edmonton Oilers prospects rankings: #6 David Lewandowski

Welcome to The Oil Rig’s 2026 Oilers prospect rankings. Today we look at David Lewandowski. Lewandowski is a scoring winger with good size and a growing offensive tool kit.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / August 31

Oilers’ Head Coach Mike Babcock Could Elevate Evan Bouchard’s Game

When Mike Babcock was hired as the 19th Head Coach in Edmonton Oilers history, he was interviewed and then endorsed by the leadership group led by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.

Stan Bowman News / Oil on Whyte / August 31

Oilers GM Stan Bowman reveals which prospects have best chance to make team

The Edmonton Oilers have undergone many changes this offseason within both their front office and behind the bench, naming a new head coach amongst others.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / August 30

Edmonton Oilers’ milestones to watch for in 2026–27

The Oilers are heading into 2026–27 with weight of expectations that are a little different from recent years, and for good reason. The arrival of new Head Coach Mike Babcock will have the spotlight trained on how he goes about things in Edmonton.

Mathieu Joseph News / The Hockey Writers / August 30

Oilers 2026-27 Player Previews: Mathieu Joseph

The 2026-27 season is almost here, so let’s continue our Edmonton Oilers player preview series. The last player we looked at was Zach Hyman, and now we turn our attention to one of the newest members of the forward group.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 29

Stan Bowman Provides Injury Updates On Matthew Savoie And Frederik Andersen

The Oilers certainly made some headlines this week when they announced that four players wouldn’t be available at the start of training camp due to various

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / August 28

Oilers 'Not Worried' About Unexpected Injury News, Cite Great Opportunity

“We’re not worried about this,” said Stan Bowman in a recent interview with Sportsnet’s Mark Spector. The Edmonton Oilers GM was referring to the news that four players are injured and will miss training camp, with two players, Matt Savoie and Frederik Andersen, likely out until October or later.