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How Mike Babcock’s Challenge Could Ignite Trent Frederic in Edmonton

Trent Frederic‘s first season with the Edmonton Oilers was rough. After arriving from Boston with a reputation as a gritty, effective two-way winger, he struggled to find his game after the trade that brought him to Edmonton.

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Projecting the Edmonton Oilers blueline for the next season

The Edmonton Oilers have eight defencemen on their NHL roster. While this is merely a summer roster, subject to change even prior to training camp, the team also has several viable options in the AHL as well.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 13

Why Mike Babcock Will Slow Down Connor McDavid’s Scoring

Connor McDavid is still Connor McDavid, and there’s no real argument that he’ll be one of the best offensive players on the planet again. The interesting

Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / July 13

One Current Oiler Will Be Key To Mike Babcock’s Success

With Mike Babcock now behind Edmonton’s bench as the new head coach, it will be a first-time experience for much of the roster. However, despite Babcock not being in the game for years, it turns out this isn’t uncharted territory for the entire roster.

Gavin Mckenna News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

The 'NHL saves leaders since 1995-96' quiz

Jordan Oesterle News / Oilersnation / July 13

Former Oilers defenceman Jordan Oesterle retires

A former Edmonton Oilers defenceman has retired. 34-year-old Jordan Oesterle has hung up the skates after a 12-year career, his agency O2K Sports Management announced.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Beau Akey News / Oilersnation / July 13

Oilers prospect Beau Akey looks to continue building pro habits

Beau Akey is the highest draft choice the Edmonton Oilers have selected in the 2020s who remains in the organization. The former second-rounder taken 56th overall in the 2023 NHL Draft just finished his first season of pro hockey last year, playing 42 games on the Bakersfield Condors blueline.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / July 13

Vasily Podkolzin’s Story Shows What Kris Knoblauch Got Right

There was an interesting little nugget hidden in Vasily Podkolzin’s comments about the Edmonton Oilers’ coaching change, and it had very little to do with Mike Babcock.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 13

Oilers News & Rumours: Mantha, Dach, Clattenburg, Podkolzin

The Edmonton Oilers have made a lot of additions to their roster this offseason, including the creation of a brand new three-goalie tandem, as well as bringing in Ryan Shea to replace Darnell Nurse.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 13

What Kasperi Kapanen’s history under Mike Babcock means for the Oilers

Many Edmonton Oilers fans likely breathed a sigh of relief when it was announced on July 1 that forward Kasperi Kapanen had re-signed with the team on a one-year deal worth $2.6 million.

Mike Babcock News / Oilersnation / July 13

Should Mike Babcock cut power-play minutes for the Oilers’ stars?

During his introductory press conference, head coach Mike Babcock said he was going to decrease the ice time of his top players and ensure depth players had more opportunities.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 13

Edmonton Oilers’ 3 Best Contracts for 2026-27

The Edmonton Oilers are entering their most important season in franchise history. Salary cap management is crucial, and they need team-friendly deals to remain competitive during their Stanley Cup window.

Colton Dach News / Field Level Media / July 13

Oilers bring back F Colton Dach on 2-year contract

The Edmonton Oilers signed restricted free agent Colton Dach to a two-year, $2.4 million contract on Sunday. The 23-year-old forward had nine points (three

Isaac Howard News / Oilersnation / July 12

Sunday Scramble: There’s nothing wrong starting Isaac Howard in the Oilers top-six next season

My colleague Tyler Yaremchuk wrote a column this week arguing the Edmonton Oilers must use their current cap space to acquire a top-six winger. I don’t feel that way, given some of the names suggested. If you’re calling Vancouver, you’re calling about Brock Boeser, not about Jake DeBrusk.

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The 'NBA blocks champions' quiz

The 'Women's Wimbledon champions' quiz

The 'Most three-pointers by NBA team' quiz

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / July 12

Oilers sign Colton Dach to two-year extension

The Edmonton Oilers are keeping around a piece of their depth up the middle for the next couple of years. On Sunday, the Oilers signed center Colton Dach to a two-year contract extension.

Colton Dach News / Oilersnation / July 12

Oilers sign Colton Dach to two-year, $1.2 million AAV contract

Colton Dach is officially under contract. The Edmonton Oilers announced on Sunday afternoon that they’ve agreed to terms with the restricted free agent.

Colton Dach News / NHL Trade Talk / July 12

Oilers Sign Colton Dach to New 2-Year Deal

The Edmonton Oilers have locked up forward Colton Dach on a two-year deal carrying a $1.2 million cap hit. The 23-year-old was brought in from the Chicago Blackhawks at last season’s trade deadline and went on to play 61 games in 2025–26, posting five goals and eight assists while adding a physical edge with 52 penalty minutes.

Colton Dach News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 12

Oilers Sign Colton Dach To Two-Year Extension

This afternoon the Edmonton Oilers shared that Colton Dach has been re-signed on a two-year pact worth $1.2MM per season. The forward was the club’s last notable restricted free agent to deal with this summer.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 12

Oilers’ New Goalie Was Initially Expected to Join Their Rival

For the first time in a long time, there is actually excitement surrounding the state of the Edmonton Oilers’ goaltending. A potential three-goalie setup featuring two new faces in Frederik Andersen and Devon Levi, along with a still relatively new face in Tristan Jarry, has given Edmonton hope that the position is finally in a good place.