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Kris Knoblauch will give Howard and Savoie an opportunity on Oilers’ Special Teams

While Kris Knoblauch announced his coaching staff on Monday, it was also the first opportunity to speak with the head coach of the Edmonton Oilers about recent trades and free agent signings.

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Oilers ‘expect to have young forwards’ playing in key roles in 2025-26

For the second consecutive off-season, the Edmonton Oilers saw a considerable amount of turnover. Following last year’s loss in the Stanley Cup Final,

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / July 14

Paul Coffey Takes New Role With the Team After Being Removed From Oilers Bench

After being removed recently as one of the Oilers' assistant coaches, Paul Coffey has decided to remain with the team and take on a role as advisor to the owner.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 14

Edmonton Oilers Make Multiple Coaching Changes

Some changes are coming to the Edmonton Oilers’ coaching staff for the 2025-26 campaign. The Oilers announced they’ve hired Paul McFarland as an assistant coach, Peter Aubry as a goaltending coach, and Conor Allen as a skills coach.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / July 14

Oilers add three coaches, Paul Coffey moves to advisory role

The Edmonton Oilers announced Monday they added three new coaches to their staff, with Paul McFarland joining as an assistant, Peter Aubry taking over for the goalies and Conor Allen as their new skills coach.

Conor Allen News / Oilersnation / July 14

Oilers announce additions of McFarland, Aubrey, Allen to coaching staff as Coffey departs

The Edmonton Oilers announced several changes to their coaching staff Monday morning as their off-season overhaul continues. The most notable change will see the departure of Paul Coffey from the coaching staff, as he returns to his previous role of special advisor to ownership and hockey operations.

Paul Fischer News / The Oil Rig / July 14

2025 Edmonton Oilers prospects rankings: #10 Paul Fischer

Welcome to The Oil Rig Edmonton Oilers Prospect Rankings for the 2025 offseason. In the #10 spot we find the NCAA defender Paul Fischer. Fischer was acquired by Edmonton in August of 2024 as part of the St.

John Klingberg News / Oilersnation / July 14

John Klingberg’s new hips don’t lie: 2024-25 Edmonton Oilers player review

Welcome to my annual player review series, where I dive into the Edmonton Oilers season player-by-player. We’ll look back at the season that was, what kind of impact each player had, and what we could see from them next season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Blade of Steel / July 14

Edmonton Oilers Ask Core Players to Consider Trades, Response Sparks Speculation

The Edmonton Oilers have made a few trades this off-season, but reportedly, they've tried to engage other veterans like Darnell Nurse and Adam Henrique in potential trade talks.

Leon Draisaitl News / The Oil Rig / July 14

2024–25 Edmonton Oilers Player Grades: Leon Draisaitl

Leon Draisaitl has become one of the best Edmonton Oilers of all time. He, alongside Connor McDavid, have been the face of the franchise for the last decade.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 14

Oilers Make Several Coaching Changes, Hire Former Calgary Coach

The Edmonton Oilers will have a new look behind the bench heading into the 2025-26 season. It is expected that head coach Kris Knoblauch will get an extension, but gone are Glen Gulutzan and Paul Coffey.

Arturs Silovs News / The Hockey Writers / July 14

Oilers Missing Out on Arturs Silovs Opens Up Another Possibility

Some Edmonton Oilers fans have been hoping their team would make a push to bring in a new goaltender this offseason, while some fans are content running it back with Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard under a new goaltending coach.

Connor McDavid News / Blade of Steel / July 14

Insider Shares Timely New Info on Connor McDavid's Future With Oilers

McDavid, who has been to two straight Stanley Cup Finals with the Oilers, is considered to be the best player in the NHL, and as he looks for his next contract, it is sure to be a rich one.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / July 13

Best Oilers goals of 2024-25: Connor McDavid weaves through Utah

We’ve seen quite a few breakaways from Connor McDavid over the years. Among the best goals from the 2024-25 Edmonton Oilers season was a McDavid breakaway late in the first period of a March game against the Utah Hockey Club.

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Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / July 13

Western Contender’s Offseason Hurt Any Chance of Landing McDavid

If the Los Angeles Kings were hoping to lure Connor McDavid in free agency, they might’ve just shot themselves in the foot, especially after the moves former Oilers GM Ken Holland made in his first offseason as the Kings’ GM.

Edmonton Oilers News / Blade of Steel / July 13

Surprise Goalie Target Emerges in Oilers' Hunt, But the Deal Won't Be Easy

Tristan Jarry struggled for much of 2024/25, but with a Stanley Cup pedigree, Jeff Marek has noted that he could be an option for the Edmonton Oilers as they look to upgrade in net after two straight Stanley Cup Finals losses.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 13

Pagnotta: Oilers haven’t ‘heavily explored’ goalie market beyond ‘just checking in’

All the talk about the Edmonton Oilers examining options to improve their goaltending may have been more smoke than fire. This, at least, is according to The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta, who was on Sportsnet 960’s Big Show Thursday, talking about the Oilers’ off-season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 13

Craig MacTavish Discusses Hiring an NHL Coaching Staff

Kris Knoblauch has been interviewing coaches for the past two weeks to fill four vacancies on his staff. Glen Gulutzan and Paul Coffey won’t be on the bench next year, while goalie coach Dustin Schwartz and skating and skills coach David Pelletier were not re-signed.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 13

Scribe Breaks Down Oilers’ Bold, 'Defining' Move of the Offseason

In his latest piece for The Athletic, scribe Allan Mitchell took a closer look at the Edmonton Oilers’ acquisition of Isaac (Ike) Howard. Describing it as a potentially “defining moment” for the franchise, the Oilers got younger and faster, potentially adding a player who could be a massive part of their future for years to come.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / July 13

NHL Insider Reveals Oilers Could Look to Acquire Salary Retained Goaltender From Eastern Conference Team

NHL insider Jeff Marek believes the Oilers could look to acquire Penguins' Tristan Jarry, but it would require Pittsburgh to retain some of his salary.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 13

An Overlooked and Unpopular Deal Could Save the Oilers Millions

As the Edmonton Oilers make significant roster changes and chart their course toward another Stanley Cup run, all eyes are understandably locked on Connor McDavid.

Edmonton Oilers News / Blade of Steel / July 13

Edmonton Oilers Urged to Trade for 40 Goal Scorer From Divisional Rival

The Edmonton Oilers have already landed two new forwards for next season, but now they've been urged by a top analyst to target Seattle's Jared McCann.

Darnell Nurse News / The Hockey Writers / July 13

Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: Darnell Nurse

As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded Trent Frederic, and now we turn our attention to Darnell Nurse.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / July 13

Oilers’ Contract Strategy Could Go Further Than Just McDavid Deal

As the Edmonton Oilers prepare for another run at the Stanley Cup, most of the attention has rightfully been placed on Connor McDavid’s looming contract extension.

Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / July 10

Oilers Goaltending: Solid Foundation, But Room to Grow

One of the great stories of this Edmonton Oilers era has been the emergence of Stuart Skinner as a legitimate NHL starter. A hometown kid who once watched the Oilers from the nosebleeds at Rexall Place, Skinner has now backstopped the team to two consecutive Stanley Cup Finals and earned a trip to the NHL All-Star Game.