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‘All the pieces are here for 25-26’: Connor McDavid in no rush to make long-term commitment to Oilers

What if Connor McDavid is just unsure? Could it be that McDavid is telling us the truth when he’s doing these interviews, including the latest one from 32 Thoughts released Tuesday?

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Edmonton Oilers announce training camp roster; 55 attendees will begin testing on Wednesday

Good news, everyone! We are just a few short weeks away from puck drop on the 2025–26 NHL season. One of the crucial steps in the process of getting ready for more hockey is the opening of training camp.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / September 16

Report: Aging roster top of McDavid concerns as he opens Oilers training camp without contract extension

Words Oilers fans didn’t want to hear this September: Connor McDavid will enter training camp without a contract extension. It’s as close to a worst-case

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The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / September 16

Report: Connor McDavid will open Oilers training camp without contract extension

Connor McDavid will not have a contract extension in place before the Edmonton Oilers open training camp, according a report from The Athletic’s Chris Johnston, citing league sources.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Nathaniel Day News / Oilersnation / September 16

Oilers announce 55-man training camp roster as testing begins Wednesday

A 55-man contingent will descend on downtown Edmonton’s Rogers Place on Wednesday as the Oilers training camp kicks off. And while the players will all undergo medical and fitness testing, general manager Stan Bowman is expected to meet with the media, surely set to be asked about the contract status of Connor McDavid.

Sam Gagner News / Breakaway on SI / September 16

Retired Forward Dishes About Oilers' Superstar Duo

Sam Gagner got his start with the Edmonton Oilers, who drafted him in the first round (sixth overall) of the 2007 NHL Draft. Gagner played his first seven seasons in Edmonton, including the lockout-shortened 2012-13 season, which he spent between the Oilers and EC-KAC in the former EBEL.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / September 16

No Green Light: McDavid Contract Update Sparks New Concern

Connor McDavid is set to begin the 2025–26 season under the final year of his current contract, and as of now, no new deal has been finalized. Pierre LeBrun of TSN said that McDavid will green-light his agent when McDavid is ready, but that hasn’t happened yet, and it might not happen over the course of the following month.

Edmonton Oilers News / 5 GOATs / September 16

NASCAR’s Brad Moran reacts to extreme tire wear at Bristol, reveals what they are looking to accomplish at short tracks

NASCAR has been searching for a solution to fix its short track racing product. They may have found it this past Saturday in the Bristol Night Race, thanks to a new, softer right-side tire created by Goodyear.

Stuart Skinner News / NHL Trade Talk / September 16

Skinner’s Body Transformation a Big Talking Point at Oilers Camp

Stuart Skinner is entering the 2025-26 season looking almost unrecognizable, as Oilers fans are hoping he has the kind of season that gives everyone confidence he’s the guy.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 16

Edmonton Oilers alternate history: Dwayne Roloson and Chris Pronger’s change of fate

Among all of the What-Ifs we’ve been exploring in Edmonton Oilers history, there are likely no two with more immediate consequences than the fates of Dwayne Roloson and Chris Pronger in the 2005–06 season.

Stuart Skinner News / Oilersnation / September 16

Oilers’ Stuart Skinner ‘looks completely different’ coming into training camp this year

Stuart Skinner and goaltending have been one of the main talking points this past summer in Edmonton. Oilers fans were hoping the organization would address the goalie position in some capacity, but so far, they’ve stood pat, and it seems they’ll be running back the tandem of Skinner and Calvin Pickard.

Viljami Marjala News / NHL Trade Talk / September 16

Oilers Prospect Spotlight: Viljami Marjala to Watch in 2025-26

Based on his experience internationally and a couple of impressive rookie games, the Edmonton Oilers may have found a name to circle in their prospect pool– Viljami Marjala.

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The '450-passing yards, three touchdowns in a loss' quiz

The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

Zach Hyman News / The Oil Rig / September 16

Options for the Edmonton Oilers’ first powerplay unit if Zach Hyman is out to start the season

It is an easy argument to make that the absence of Zach Hyman late in the playoffs was one of the major contributing factors to the eventual Stanley Cup Final loss.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 16

Five Edmonton Oilers Rookies who impressed during NextGen Showcase

The Edmonton Oilers Rookie Team had a home-and-home set against the Calgary Flames rookies. The Oilers rookies dropped both games, 6-5 on Friday and 5-4 on Sunday.

Jake Walman News / Oilersnation / September 15

Oilers, Jake Walman working on contract extension

Jake Walman’s agent was in Edmonton late last week to speak with the Oilers about a contract extension, according to Sportsnet’s Mark Spector. Walman is

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 15

Disappointment as Fan Favorite Not Coming to Oilers’ Camp on PTO

The Edmonton Oilers are heading into their 2025-26 training camp without plans to invite players on professional tryouts (PTOs), meaning any rumors that fan-favourite Klim Kostin could be back seem to be inaccurate.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / September 15

Fans in Calgary chant ‘McDavid is leaving’ as Oilers lose to Flames in rookie match

Whenever the Oilers and Flames meet, fans on both sides trade chirps. That didn’t change at Sunday’s rookie game in Calgary. During the shootout, Flames supporters reportedly tried to get under Edmonton’s skin by chanting Connor McDavid’s name.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / September 15

Oilers Discussing Extension With Key Defenseman

The Edmonton Oilers and captain Connor McDavid are the biggest contract domino yet to fall in the NHL. It's expected to be the richest contract signed in league history, a befitting deal for the world's best player.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 15

Oilers release seven players from tryout contracts ahead of NHL training camp

The Edmonton Oilers have announced that they’ve released defenseman Dru Krebs from his professional tryout contract, as well as released center Andrew O’Neill, defensemen Jaxen Adam, Hyde Davidson, Parker Von Richter, and Carson Woodall, and goaltender Josh Banini from their amateur tryout contracts.