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Chris Pronger reveals he agreed to long-term contract with Oilers while drunk

Chris Pronger reveals he agreed to long-term contract with Oilers while drunk

When Chris Pronger was traded to the Edmonton Oilers on Aug. 3, 2005 and signed a long-term contract hours later, he was drunk and didn’t consult with his wife, Lauren, before signing the deal.

Leon Draisaitl News / Professor Press Box / April 13
Oilers Draisaitl Watch: Close, But Not Quite Ready

Oilers Draisaitl Watch: Close, But Not Quite Ready

The short version of the Edmonton Oilers’ news is a mix of good and not-so-good news. Leon Draisaitl is back on the ice, practicing with the team, moving like he knows where he’s going.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 13
GDB 81.0: Oilers can finish anywhere from first to fourth in Pacific Division (7:30 PM, SNW)

GDB 81.0: Oilers can finish anywhere from first to fourth in Pacific Division (7:30 PM, SNW)

There are four days remaining in the NHL season, and the Edmonton Oilers can finish in four different playoff positions. They can win the Pacific, finish second or third, or finish fourth, which would be the second wild card spot and a date with the Colorado Avalanche in the first round.

Chris Pronger News / Oilersnation / April 13
Ask Dubey: Chris Pronger says Oilers’ 2006 Stanley Cup loss ‘still doesn’t sit well’

Ask Dubey: Chris Pronger says Oilers’ 2006 Stanley Cup loss ‘still doesn’t sit well’

Welcome back to another edition of Ask Dubey, where this week we have a very special guest joining the show. Edmonton Oilers fans know him well from the key role he played in the team’s run to the 2006 Stanley Cup Final, and on this week’s episode, Chris Pronger joined me to share some of his best memories.

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The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 13
Morning Skate Provides New Updates on Injured Oilers

Morning Skate Provides New Updates on Injured Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers’ injured list has been rather lengthy of late, so every practice as they approach the playoffs becomes that much more important. That was certainly the case during Monday’s morning skate, which provided plenty to unpack, including a mix of good and bad news.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 13
Edmonton Oilers’ Path to the Stanley Cup

Edmonton Oilers’ Path to the Stanley Cup

The Edmonton Oilers have a clear blueprint for winning the Stanley Cup—but executing it consistently over four playoff rounds is the challenge. The team is built around elite talent, led by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, but it will take far more than superstar dominance to win a championship.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 13
Oilers injury update: Draisaitl expected to return ‘sometime’ in Round 1, Hyman could play Thursday

Oilers injury update: Draisaitl expected to return ‘sometime’ in Round 1, Hyman could play Thursday

As the Edmonton Oilers front lines prepare to make their final push for a Pacific Division title, the cavalry has arrived. Leon Draisaitl and Zach Hyman

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / April 13
McDavid Took Over the Entire Season in Different Ways

McDavid Took Over the Entire Season in Different Ways

At some point, you just run out of new ways to describe what the Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid is doing. Every time you think the bar has been set, he bumps it again without making a big deal about it.

Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / April 13
Oilers Could Be Cautious With Leon Draisaitl Injury Entering Playoffs?

Oilers Could Be Cautious With Leon Draisaitl Injury Entering Playoffs?

The Edmonton Oilers did their job without Leon Draisaitl during the most important stretch of the regular season: clinching a playoff spot and staying in the hunt for the top seed in the Pacific Division.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 13
Pre-Scout: Playoff tune-up for the Oilers sees them host ailing Avalanche

Pre-Scout: Playoff tune-up for the Oilers sees them host ailing Avalanche

So, stage one is complete. The Edmonton Oilers have officially clinched a playoff spot. But there are more questions than answers at this stage. What’s the status of Jason Dickinson or Max Jones, who went down while on the road trip?

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 13
Oilers Game Notes: Pacific Division still up for grabs as Edmonton hosts Colorado

Oilers Game Notes: Pacific Division still up for grabs as Edmonton hosts Colorado

With two games remaining, the Oilers still have everything left to play for. Edmonton will host the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Avalanche on Monday before closing out the regular season on Thursday against the last-place Canucks.

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 The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
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 The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz
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 The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz
Chris Pronger News / NHL Trade Talk / April 13
Pronger’s Bombshell Admission on Oilers Exit Draws Ire of Fans

Pronger’s Bombshell Admission on Oilers Exit Draws Ire of Fans

Chris Pronger is shedding new light on one of the most controversial exits in Edmonton Oilers history, and the reaction has been anything but quiet. After

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / April 13
Breaking down the Oilers’ chances of finishing first in the Pacific Division

Breaking down the Oilers’ chances of finishing first in the Pacific Division

There are just four days left in the 2025-26 NHL season, and four teams remain in contention for first place in the Pacific Division. One of those teams is the Edmonton Oilers, who have a very good chance at finishing atop their division standings for the first time in 39 years.

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 13
The Oilers are the only West team to break this rule of thumb to determine playoff teams

The Oilers are the only West team to break this rule of thumb to determine playoff teams

Before the Edmonton Oilers’ matchup against the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, holding, interference, and obstruction were temporarily suspended from the rulebook.

Connor Ingram News / Professor Press Box / April 12
The Oilers Connor Ingram’s Comeback Is Worth Noticing

The Oilers Connor Ingram’s Comeback Is Worth Noticing

Sometimes a season comes along that isn’t really about the numbers, even if the numbers look pretty good. Connor Ingram’s year with the Edmonton Oilers feels like one of those.

Isaac Howard News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 12
Oilers Recall Isaac Howard

Oilers Recall Isaac Howard

The Edmonton Oilers announced that forward Isaac Howard has been recalled from the team’s AHL affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors. Howard has been in the AHL since January.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / April 11
Oilers clinch berth in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Oilers clinch berth in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

One of the league’s most notable franchises today is heading back to the postseason. Thanks to a series of events on Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers officially clinched a spot in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

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