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The Edmonton Oilers and endless talk about goaltending, name a more iconic duo, I dare you. GM Stan Bowman has publicly thrown support behind Stuart Skinner and his performance this year, but does that mean that the team isn’t looking at options in the crease?

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Oilers started well but couldn’t score, Calvin Pickard’s night, and praying for Jake Walman

After getting dunked on 7-4 by the Capitals on Wednesday night, the Oilers rolled into Tampa Bay for the second half of their back-to-back, hoping to shake off the stink and find something to feel good about.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 21

Oilers Shake Rumor of 'Deep Routed Roster Issue' With Effort vs Lightning

If there were any lingering questions about whether something was “deeply wrong” inside the Edmonton Oilers’ dressing room, Thursday’s 2–1 overtime loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning was a direct rebuttal.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 21

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 2-1 Overtime Loss to Lightning

The Edmonton Oilers suffered their third consecutive defeat, but at least picked up a point in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena on Thursday (Nov.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 21

‘Fragile group’ can’t find a way to win as Oilers’ best not good enough

By most accounts, you couldn’t ask for much more from the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night. They played in the second half of a back-to-back, arriving in Tampa Bay in the middle of the night, taking on the Lightning hours later.

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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.

Leon Draisaitl News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 20

Leon Draisaitl passes Oilers legend in Lightning clash

The Edmonton Oilers still can’t find their way out of a rut in what has been an ugly road trip so far for the reigning Western Conference champions. But

Calvin Pickard News / Oilersnation / November 20

Lightning spoil Pickard’s shutout late in third before beating Oilers in overtime: Recap, Highlights, and Reaction

That’s one hell of a way to lose a hockey game. On Thursday evening, the Edmonton Oilers played the sixth of seven on this road trip. This time, it was a matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning, with the Oilers falling 2-1 in overtime on the second game of a back-to-back, moving their season record to 9-9-5.

Jesper Wallstedt News / NHL Trade Talk / November 20

Red-Hot Jesper Wallstedt Has Oilers Fans Revisiting Controversial Draft Decision

The recent struggles in Edmonton have sparked all sorts of conversations about the Oilers and their current woes. No topic is more discussed than goaltending, which seems to grow more contentious as the team slips further down the standings during a tough road trip.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / November 20

When will the Oilers finally make a goaltending change?

With the goaltending in the provincial capital of Alberta still providing headaches, when will the Edmonton Oilers finally pull the trigger? Though the

NHL News / Oilersnation / November 20

Scenes From Morning Skate: What should Oilers fans make of Tampa Bay?

The Edmonton Oilers face the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night at Benchmark International Arena, and nobody really knows what to make of either team.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 20

'That Shouldn’t Be Possible', Insider on Oilers Unexpected Offensive Stat

As the Edmonton Oilers continue to struggle through the opening of the 2025-26 season, with their current road trip creating warning signs everywhere, one NHL insider pointed out a stat that seems almost too wild to believe.

Isaac Howard News / The Hockey Writers / November 20

Oilers’ Isaac Howard Having Hot Start With AHL’s Bakersfield Condors

The Edmonton Oilers made waves in the offseason when they decided to make a move for a youngster in forward Isaac Howard, acquiring him from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for forward Sam O’Reilly.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 20

Speculation Swirls Again as Coffey’s Name Reenters the Oilers Conversation

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman said in his most recent 32 Thoughts column, “There were rumours last week that Edmonton was considering bringing back Paul Coffey, but that was denied to me.” The Oilers are struggling and as such, all sorts of speculation will surround the team.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 20

Another bad start for Edmonton, Oilers apathy, and what is happening with Brett Kulak?

After whatever the hell that was in Buffalo on Monday, the Oilers hit the ice in Washington on Wednesday, hoping to look like a professional hockey team again.

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

NHL Predictions: November 20th Tampa Bay Lightning vs Edmonton Oilers

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 19