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Oilers News & Rumours: Hart, Howard, Skinner, PTOs

As training camp before the 2025-26 season gets underway, the Edmonton Oilers continue to focus on their goal of winning their first Stanley Cup since 1990, and finally getting over the hump rather than losing in another Stanley Cup Final.

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Oilers goaltending solution could prove controversial

It's fair game for the Edmonton Oilers to sign free agent goaltender Carter Hart to shore up their crease, the potential backlash involved might lead the team to stay away from him regardless of the benefits.

Nathaniel Day News / Oilersnation / September 14

Offence all around as Oilers fall in final rookie game against Flames: Game Recap, Highlights, and Reaction

Like Friday, the Edmonton Oilers lost another high-scoring rookie game against the Calgary Flames in the final NextGen showcase game. This time, the Oilers fell by a final score of 5-4, as they hung around in the game, but were unable to find the game-tying goal late in the third period.

Zach Hyman News / NHL Trade Talk / September 14

Oilers Look to Fill Zach Hyman’s Void as Season Approaches

As the Edmonton Oilers skate, rookies try to show well in games, and training camps begin, there’s a question mark next to Zach Hyman‘s name. He’s projected to be a big part of the 2025-26 season, but uncertainty remains over whether he will be ready for the opener.

Connor McDavid News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The '50-goal NHL seasons since 2000-01' quiz

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

How Dustin Wolf’s Extension Impacts the Oilers & Stuart Skinner

Dustin Wolf just signed a massive contract—seven years, $52.5 million—with the Calgary Flames. That’s a lot of zeros, and it’s starting to shake things up around the NHL, especially north of the border, where the Battle of Alberta plays out every season.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

Oilers’ Jake Walman Extension Will Come After Connor McDavid’s

Recently, Edmonton Oilers insider Bob Stauffer reported that defenceman Jake Walman could be getting a six-year extension from the team when the time comes.

Jake Walman News / NHL Trade Talk / September 14

Oilers Begin Talks to Keep Jake Walman, But Contract Hits Delay

The Edmonton Oilers have started discussions with defenceman Jake Walman regarding a potential contract extension, though sources indicate a deal may not be completed in the immediate future.

Corey Perry News / NHL Trade Talk / September 14

Oilers’ Possible Deadline Target Out 6–8 Weeks After Knee Surgery

The Los Angeles Kings announced that veteran forward Corey Perry will miss the start of the 2025–26 NHL season after undergoing knee surgery. The 40-year-old was injured during a training skate on Friday and is expected to be sidelined for 6–8 weeks.

NHL News / Oilersnation / September 14

Flames Rookies host Oilers Rookies: Game Information, Where to Watch, and More

After a feisty Rookie Battle of Alberta in Edmonton on Friday, the Oilers and Flames will play the second half of their Next Gen Showcase on Sunday afternoon in Calgary.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 14

Ranking all of the Edmonton Oilers’ alternate jerseys

The Edmonton Oilers are expected to release a new alternate jersey this year, with a rumoured reveal date of September 20. The jersey has potentially leaked

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 14

Edmonton Oiler roster battles to watch during training camp

As NHL training camps get set to begin shortly, there will be multiple training camp battles to watch. The Edmonton Oilers will have a fair amount of these this year, as new roster additions will look to prove themselves.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

5 Oilers to Watch During the Preseason

The NHL season is around the corner, and excitement is in the air. The Edmonton Oilers head into training camp with a few new players hoping to make an impact, but the ultimate goal remains the same: winning the Stanley Cup.

Edmonton Oilers News / Last Word On Sports / September 14

Edmonton Oilers’ Goaltending Woes Continue Into 2025-26

The Edmonton Oilers have a problem in the crease. They’re going into the playoffs with the same goaltending duo that struggled in 2024-25. Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard will give you everything they have, but struggle to yield results.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

Looking Back on Connor McDavid’s Forgotten First Game in Edmonton

While it may be hard to believe, this coming week marks the 10th anniversary of Connor McDavid’s first-ever game in Edmonton. The current Edmonton Oilers captain made his debut in the city he has now called home for a decade on Sept.

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The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

The 'Multiple TD passes in an NFL debut' quiz

Mike Smith News / Oilersnation / September 14

Top 100 Oilers: No. 79 — Mike Smith

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

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 14

10 European players the Oilers can target next off-season

The Edmonton Oilers were active in the European market in the spring. At the beginning of April, the Oilers signed German forward Josh Samanski, a 23-year-old who’ll likely start the 2025-26 season in the American Hockey League.

Adam Henrique News / Oilersnation / September 13

Depreciating Assets: Oilers’ Adam Henrique at risk of being passed on depth chart this season

With the Edmonton Oilers’ rookie camp underway and the full training camp starting next week, it’s hard not to think about the potential roster construction and line combinations for the upcoming regular season.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 13

Expectations for each Edmonton Oilers forward heading into the 2025–26 season

Training camp is starting up next week for the Edmonton Oilers and after another loss in the final, this season is all about winning the Cup. There are some interesting storylines heading into the preseason as once again, the Oilers forward group, particularly the wingers, looks different.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / September 12

'There's Really No Secrets': Stan Bowman Makes Revealing Comment on Connor McDavid's Potential Oilers Future

The Edmonton Oilers will open training camp next week with Connor McDavid still unsigned beyond the 2025–26 season, but general manager Stan Bowman insists the captain will be given all the time and space he needs to make a decision.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 11

More details emerge on Kirill Kaprizov's rejection of Wild's offer

Much has been made of the potential record-setting extensions that would be handed out this offseason, particularly for Kirill Kaprizov of the Wild and Connor McDavid of the Oilers.

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The 'Minnesota Wild captains' quiz