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Oilers Activate Colton Dach; Reassign Josh Samanski

According to a team announcement, the Edmonton Oilers have activated forward Colton Dach from the injured reserve. In a corresponding roster move, the Oilers reassigned forward Josh Samanski to the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors.

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Zach Hyman's return should help ignite the Oilers' offence

The return of Zach Hyman to the Edmonton Oilers lineup should be a welcome one. The former 50 goal scorer always leaves a hole when he misses time, and even though this time the team won most of its games without him, that absence was still felt.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 17

Oilers activate Colton Dach off IR, loan Josh Samanski to AHL

The Edmonton Oilers juggled the roster ahead of Saturday night’s game against the Utah Mammoth. With Colton Dach’s return to the lineup tonight, he has officially been activated off injured reserve.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / October 17

Oilers to receive reinforcements ahead of Mammoth rematch

It is no secret that the Edmonton Oilers have started the 2026-27 season with a bout of bad injury luck. However, finally there is a break in the clouds as the team attempts to bounce back on Saturday night when they face the Utah Mammoth.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

Oilers Benefiting From Culture Shift in 2026-27

It’s not quite time to start dusting off the old City of Champions signs that once greeted you on your way into Edmonton, but positive things are happening in Alberta’s capital city.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Isaac Howard News / Professor Press Box / October 17

Is Oilers’ Isaac Howard Running Out of Room in Edmonton?

Sometimes, a young player can do almost everything right and still find himself in a tough spot. Isaac Howard might be discovering that with the Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 17

Oilers Reinforcements Returning at Just the Right Time

The Edmonton Oilers will get three key pieces of their lineup back on Saturday as Zach Hyman, Jake Walman, and Colton Dach are cleared to play after injuries.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 17

Maple Leafs or Oilers Top Line: Which Is Better Right Now?

Looking at the early-season line data, the difference between Edmonton’s top unit and Toronto’s is pretty stark. Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Vasily Podkolzin have played together for about 83 minutes across six games.

Jake Walman News / Oilersnation / October 17

Jake Walman’s struggles: early season bumps or genuine concern for the Oilers?

Whether it was his massive hit on Mikko Rantanen in his debut or his go-ahead goal in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final, Jake Walman wasted little time winning over fans of the Edmonton Oilers after being acquired at the 2025 trade deadline.

Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / October 17

Oilers’ Mike Babcock Admits, 'What the Heck Am I Doing?'

Mike Babcock looked at the ice-time sheet after Thursday’s game against the Utah Mammoth and asked himself the same question the media was about to ask him after seeing Connor McDavid play over 25 minutes.

Andrew Robinson News / The Oil Rig / October 17

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: Andrew Robinson is proving to be a reliable prospect in the system

The Edmonton Oilers are now 5–1–1 on the season. The Bakersfield Condors have not found as much success as they remain just at .500. Every Oilers prospect, except for the ones in the ECHL have officially started their regular seasons now.

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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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 17

How does Isaac Howard’s start with the Oilers in 2026-27 compare to Matt Savoie’s rookie-season start?

Isaac Howard and Matt Savoie are two of the Edmonton Oilers’ most promising young offensive talents. That said, the two are connected beyond their offensive abilities on the ice.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 17

Pre-Scout: Oilers leaky PK needs bounceback against league-best Mammoth PP

The Edmonton Oilers have only surrendered nine goals in the last five games, which speaks to their quality goaltending, structured five-on-five play, and

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Kailer Yamamoto News / Oilersnation / October 16

Flashback Friday: Looking at Kailer Yamamoto’s career before and after leaving the Oilers

It feels like just yesterday that the Edmonton Oilers drafted Kailer Yamamoto back in 2017. Nearly a decade later, the Spokane, Wash., product has carved out a role in the National Hockey League for a handful of teams.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 16

Oilers should split up McDavid and Draisaitl, at least until Nuge returns

Reinforcements are on the way for the Edmonton Oilers, with Zach Hyman returning to the lineup tomorrow along with anticipated returns for Colton Dach

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / October 16

Oilers’ Hyman to return against Mammoth, Dach, Walman, likely to play

The Edmonton Oilers are getting healthier. On Friday, Edmonton radio host Jason Gregor reported that left winger Zach Hyman is set to make his return against the Utah Mammoth on Saturday.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 16

Oilers injury update: Hyman returns Saturday vs. Utah; Dach, Walman ‘very likely’ to play

The Edmonton Oilers finally have some encouraging injury news. According to Daily Faceoff Edmonton’s Jason Gregor, familiar faces are set to return from injury.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 16

Oilers’ new identity: Edmonton embraces Blue Collar Boys style of play

Somewhere in Edmonton, there’s a shiny sports car for sale because the organization traded it in for a pickup truck. Remember when high-vis vests were draped over the seats at Rogers Place on opening night?

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 16

Oilers defenceman Jake Walman set to appear on ‘The Price is Right Tonight’

The Edmonton Oilers won’t be in action this coming Monday. So if you need something to do, why not check out Jake Walman on The Price is Right Tonight?

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 16

Oilers Should Split Up McDavid & Draisaitl

Injuries have hit the Edmonton Oilers hard, especially up front. They are currently without Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Matt Savoie, Colton Dach, Jason Dickinson, Mattias Janmark, and Zach Hyman.

Vasily Podkolzin News / The Hockey Writers / October 16

3 Reasons Oilers’ Podkolzin Has Had Early Season Success

The Edmonton Oilers may be battling the injury bug in the early stages of the season, but it hasn’t looked that way through seven games as the team has lost just once in regulation and has several players riding hot streaks to start the season.

Devon Levi News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Devon Levi has shown early stability in the Oilers’ crease

The Edmonton Oilers are off to a hot start in 2026-27. They’re 5-0-1, capped off with a 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings Tuesday night, with Connor McDavid recording a goal and three assists while Vasily Podkolzin popped two goals of his own.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 14

Can The Oilers Realistically Fix Their Goaltending?

Only a handful of games into the NHL season, the Edmonton Oilers already have a troubling, all-too-familiar trend emerging in net. Entering the 2026-27 season, the Oilers had Tristan Jarry, Frederik Andersen, and Devon Levi in tow, along with many preconceived notions about all three and their ability to backstop the Oilers.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14

The NHL's early-season breakout players in 2026-27

While established superstars continue to dominate the headlines, a handful of former first-round picks are beginning to take significant steps forward in their development.

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Connor McDavid News / Larry Brown Sports / October 14

Connor McDavid had a great quote after playing his 800th NHL game

And just like that, Connor McDavid has already played 800 NHL games. The three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner hit that notable achievement on Tuesday, when the Edmonton Oilers faced the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / October 8

Bouchard's historic start for Oilers has impressed Babcock

Evan Bouchard's historic start for Oilers has impressed Mike Babcock

Bouchard's hot start has been undeniable, as the elite 26-year-old offensive defenseman has six goals and five assists for a total of 11 points across four games.

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