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Trade Coming?: Andrew Mangiapane Could Be on the Move

Trade Coming?: Andrew Mangiapane Could Be on the Move

The Edmonton Oilers signed Andrew Mangiapane to a two-year, $3.6 million AAV contract in the offseason, but his performance has seemingly forced the organization’s hand.

Samuel Jonsson News / Inside The Rink / February 24

ECHL: Samuel Jonsson Named Goaltender of the Week | 02/16-02/22/2026

The ECHL has named Fort Wayne Komets Goaltender Samuel Jonsson as the ECHL Goaltender of the Week for February 16th-22nd. In three games last week against the Norfolk Admirals, Jonsson went 2-0, stopping 42 of the 44 shots he faced on the weekend.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 23
Oilers trade rumours: Mangiapane expected to be moved by deadline, team checks in on Ristolainen

Oilers trade rumours: Mangiapane expected to be moved by deadline, team checks in on Ristolainen

Drivers, start your engines. With the Olympics out of the way and the March 6th NHL trade deadline fast approaching, there will be no shortage of news to follow in the coming days and weeks.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 24
Oilers injury update: McDavid and Kapanen to miss time, Henrique ready to return to lineup

Oilers injury update: McDavid and Kapanen to miss time, Henrique ready to return to lineup

The Edmonton Oilers lineup on Wednesday ought to be interesting.  After riding the waves of Olympic emotions, Connor McDavid might not join the Oilers

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The 'Most NHL goals by an American' quiz

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Connor Ungar News / NHL Trade Talk / February 24
Oilers Make Somewhat Puzzling Move with Goalie Connor Ungar

Oilers Make Somewhat Puzzling Move with Goalie Connor Ungar

The Edmonton Oilers announced on Monday that they have assigned goaltender Connor Ungar back to the Orlando Solar Bears of the ECHL. In an announcement,

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 23
Insider Offers Theory on Why Connor McDavid Has Struggled to Get Over the Hump

Insider Offers Theory on Why Connor McDavid Has Struggled to Get Over the Hump

No matter where you’re from or who you root for, it was tough to see Connor McDavid come as close as you possibly can, only to once again lose in heartbreaking fashion — this time in overtime of the Gold Medal game at the 2026 Winter Olympics on Sunday.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / Oilersnation / February 23
Where Nugent-Hopkins fits best and the Oilers’ biggest trade need

Where Nugent-Hopkins fits best and the Oilers’ biggest trade need

While our nation mourns a tough gold medal loss in men’s hockey, the NHL resumes play on Wednesday. The Olympics were an excellent timeout from the regular season, but now all 32 teams turn their focus to the standings, their needs and wants, before the NHL trade deadline next Friday and the drive to the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 23
A closer look at the Western Conference playoff race and where the Oilers stand

A closer look at the Western Conference playoff race and where the Oilers stand

The 2026 Winter Olympics are officially over, and the 2025-26 NHL regular season will resume once again on Wednesday. For the Edmonton Oilers, this has, once again, been a season of significant ups and downs.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 23
Analyst Floats Sabres Defenseman as Trade Target for the Oilers

Analyst Floats Sabres Defenseman as Trade Target for the Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers’ search for a defensive upgrade, particularly on the right side, is about to heat up, and plenty of names are already floating around as potential targets.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / February 23
What does gold medal game loss mean for Connor McDavid’s legacy?

What does gold medal game loss mean for Connor McDavid’s legacy?

Sunday’s gold medal game had widespread implications for the legacies of its most prominent players. For Team USA goalie Connor Hellebuyck and forward Jack Hughes, their heroics have cemented them as national heroes and clutch performers.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / February 23
Team Canada Thoughts: McDavid’s Olympic MVP, Canada needed puck-moving D-men, Celebrini a rising generational star, and more

Team Canada Thoughts: McDavid’s Olympic MVP, Canada needed puck-moving D-men, Celebrini a rising generational star, and more

And just like that, the 2026 Winter Olympics have come to an end, with the gold medal game between Team Canada and Team U.S.A. standing as the pinnacle of the Games.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 23
Former GM Suggests the Oilers Pursue a Multi-Player Trade with Blackhawks

Former GM Suggests the Oilers Pursue a Multi-Player Trade with Blackhawks

With the Winter Olympics — and the three-week roster freeze — officially behind us, the focus around the NHL now shifts completely to the March 6 trade deadline.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / February 23
Oilers Checking In on Flyers Defender as Trade Deadline Approaches

Oilers Checking In on Flyers Defender as Trade Deadline Approaches

The Edmonton Oilers have joined the growing list of teams pursuing Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen ahead of the March 6 trade deadline.

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Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / February 23
Monday Scramble: Team Canada & Connor McDavid do everything but score in gut-punch loss

Monday Scramble: Team Canada & Connor McDavid do everything but score in gut-punch loss

Were you part of the all-nighter club for the game, or did you rest up? I decided to stay up all night in anticipation of the Team Canada vs USA gold medal showdown, and that was probably a mistake.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 23
Oilers News & Rumours: Mangiapane Trade, McDavid, Savoie, Samanski

Oilers News & Rumours: Mangiapane Trade, McDavid, Savoie, Samanski

The Edmonton Oilers are back in action, after a long Olympic break, on Wednesday (Feb. 25) when they take on the Anaheim Ducks. As the trade deadline approaches, the Oilers are looking to close out a solid campaign and will be trying to win their first Stanley Cup since 1990.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 22
Oilers Expected To Activate Adam Henrique, Kasperi Kapanen Injured Again

Oilers Expected To Activate Adam Henrique, Kasperi Kapanen Injured Again

The Oilers will get a veteran center back in the lineup when their schedule resumes on Wednesday.  Head coach Kris Knoblauch told reporters today (video

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 22
3 Undrafted Oilers Who Beat the Odds

3 Undrafted Oilers Who Beat the Odds

Each summer, the NHL Draft brings its own kind of theatre. Young players sit nervously in the stands, waiting to hear their name called and their dream of an NHL career begin.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 22
Oilers Should Switch the Defence Pairings

Oilers Should Switch the Defence Pairings

The Edmonton Oilers decided to bring back Paul Coffey behind the bench. This decision was made because the defence group hasn’t been good enough, and hopefully Coffey can provide a boost.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / February 21

ex-Oilers Jesse Puljujärvi Is Lighting It Up in Switzerland

Jesse Puljujärvi has been through just about every kind of hockey chapter you can imagine—top prospect, NHL hopeful, depth winger, AHL battler, fan favourite, frustration point, and comeback project.

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