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Matthew Savoie is finding his stride with the Edmonton Oilers

It’s always good to see a young NHL player take that next step in their career. They’ve spent their time in junior, played their way through the AHL, but just haven’t been able to find a solid spot in the lineup with the big club.

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'It’s an Act of Desperation' Says Former GM of Oilers Jarry Trade

Did the Edmonton Oilers panic when they made the move to acquire Tristan Jarry from the Pittsburgh Penguins on Friday? Some analysts and insiders believe they might have, and former general manager Doug MaClean is among them.

Brett Kulak News / Oilersnation / December 13

Brett Kulak deserves his flowers for his time with the Oilers

On Friday morning, the Edmonton Oilers traded Brett Kulak in a package to land Tristan Jarry. It’s certainly a bittersweet trade. As frustrating as Stuart Skinner was at times, he was still an incredibly likable player who was great at his best, as well as durable.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 13

Oilers Other Rumored Goaltending Target Scores AHL Goal

The Edmonton Oilers made a move to upgrade their goaltending on Friday, but they might not be done. While GM Stan Bowman suggested backup Calvin Pickard is staying with the team, there is talk that the Oilers might pull a Colorado Avalanche from last season and overhaul their entire goaltending situation.

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Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 13

Oilers’ Naughty & Nice List for 2025

The Holiday Season has arrived, and with Christmas around the corner, it’s time to determine Santa’s Naughty or Nice List. For the Edmonton Oilers, there have certainly been players who’ve impressed, but there have also been a few major disappointments.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 13

Getting to know Tristan Jarry, Samuel Poulin and Spencer Stastney, the newest Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers have made a trade to change up their goaltending tandem. On Friday morning, the Oilers traded Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick to the Pittsburgh Penguins for Tristan Jarry and Samuel Poulin.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 13

Oilers Give David Tomasek a Second Chance in Suggested Trade With Bruins

The Edmonton Oilers shocked the hockey world recently, moving on from Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak, while they brought in Tristan Jarry and Samuel Poulin in a trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / December 13

NHL Predictions: December 13th Edmonton Oilers at Toronto Maple Leafs

As the Toronto Maple Leafs get ready to face the Edmonton Oilers, this matchup brings two skilled but inconsistent teams looking to build real momentum.

Tristan Jarry News / Athlon Sports / December 13

Oilers GM's Clear Message on Tristan Jarry Trade Despite Injury History

The Edmonton Oilers made a bold call in goal, and Stan Bowman wanted the message clear right away. Edmonton acquired Tristan Jarry from the Pittsburgh Penguins in a deal that sent Stuart Skinner the other way.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 13

Oilers got fleeced in Tristan Jarry trade

The Edmonton Oilers made a terrible trade on Friday.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 12

Flashback Friday: The Stuart Skinner trade is reminiscent of the Devan Dubnyk trade

This isn’t the first time the Edmonton Oilers have given up on a 27-year-old goaltender. On Friday morning, the Oilers sent Stuart Skinner (along with Brett Kulak and a 2029 second-round pick) to the Pittsburgh Penguins for Tristan Jarry and Sam Poulin.

Connor McDavid News / Field Level Media / December 12

Connor McDavid, Oilers coming to town with Leafs in need of rebound

The host Toronto Maple Leafs must deal with a surging Connor McDavid and a new-look Edmonton Oilers team Saturday night. McDavid had four assists and Zach Hyman scored three goals Thursday when the Oilers defeated the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 to complete a 3-1-1 homestand.

Tristan Jarry News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 12

The next move Oilers must make after Tristan Jarry blockbuster

It’d be insensitive to Tristan Jarry to say that the Edmonton Oilers need to add another goaltender after acquiring him from the Pittsburgh Penguins. However, sometimes the truth hurts, and the Oilers could be stuck with the same problem they’ve had for the past few years if they aren’t careful.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 12

Lineup continuity has Oilers rolling

There are three constants in life: death, taxes, and the Kris Knoblauch line blender. And boy, was it out in full force early on this season. As the early parts of the Edmonton Oilers’ season slogged on, amid a myriad of injuries, it seemed as though every game brought a new lineup.

NHL News / Yardbarker / December 12

Trading for Tristan Jarry a reasonable risk for cornered Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers are taking another swing at fixing the most important position in hockey. It's an indication of how the organization backed itself into a corner.

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