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‘That might be the best signing of the day’: Oilers fans react to Andrew Mangiapane addition

The Edmonton Oilers came in with their biggest move of July 1 late in the day by signing forward Andrew Mangiapane to a two-year contract worth $3.6 million annually.

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‘The big thing for me is consistency’: Evan Bouchard wants to evolve his game over length of new contract with Oilers

While he might have hit the jackpot, one of the Edmonton Oilers’ top blueliners knows he still has room to grow. On Monday, defenceman Evan Bouchard re-signed with the Oilers, a four-year contract with an AAV of $10.5 million that will walk him to unrestricted free agency at the end of the 2028-29 season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / July 2

Oilers Add Winger Looking to Bounce Back

If the Edmonton Oilers want to make a run at the Stanley Cup for a third consecutive season next year, they will have to do so without Corey Perry, who signed a one-year deal worth $2-million with the Los Angeles Kings on the first day of free agency.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 2

Stan Bowman’s slow play approach to the Oilers Free Agency seems wise

Free agent signings rarely lead to a Stanley Cup victory, yet every year teams will overspend on a free agent and some media and fans will overhype a free agent signings.

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Curtis Lazar News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

Edmonton Oilers Sign Another Depth Forward

The Edmonton Oilers continue to make additions to their forward ranks. News emerged on Wednesday that Curtis Lazar has signed with the club. This is a one-year deal worth $775,000.

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The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

Hockey might be the official sport of Canada, but the United States has also produced some elite talent. With that in mind, here's our list of the 25 best U.S.-born players, listed in alphabetical order.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Oilers Got Good Value With Mangiapane & Frederic Deals

The NHL free agent market opened on Tuesday, as teams try to fill needs and bulk up their rosters ahead of the 2025-26 season. The Edmonton Oilers were fairly quiet on Day 1, due to their limited cap space.

Connor Brown News / NHL Trade Talk / July 2

Oilers Sign Replacement For Brown On Bargain 1-Year Deal

The Edmonton Oilers have added another forward in free agency, signing former Edmonton Oil King Curtis Lazar to a one-year contract with an average annual value of $775,000.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / July 2

How Evan Bouchard’s new four-year deal could become a bargain for the Oilers

Evan Bouchard is set to become the fourth defenceman in the NHL to earn over $10 million per year next season, having signed a four-year, $10.5 million AAV deal with the Edmonton Oilers earlier this week.

Curtis Lazar News / Oilersnation / July 2

Oilers sign forward Curtis Lazar to one-year, $775,000 contract

The Edmonton Oilers are bringing someone with roots in Alberta’s Capital back. The club announced Wednesday morning that they signed right-shot centre Curtis Lazar to a one-year, league minimum contract for $775,000.

NHL News / Hockey Latest / July 2

Edmonton Oilers Sign Former First-Round Pick and New Jersey Devils Forward

The Edmonton Oilers and GM Stan Bowman have signed a former forward of the Canucks and Flames to a one-year contract worth $775K. The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Curtis Lazar to a one-year, one-way contract worth $775,000.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 2

Oilers Balked at Evan Bouchard’s Price Tag on 8-Year Deal

Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman recently revealed that the asking price on Evan Bouchard‘s potentially eight-year extension ruled out that option almost immediately.

Stan Bowman News / Oilersnation / July 2

Oilers Thoughts: Maintaining cap flexibility after July 1 a win for Stan Bowman

July 1 wasn’t exactly a banner day for the Edmonton Oilers and GM Stan Bowman. Through the early stretch of the off-season, the moves have been underwhelming.

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Connor McDavid News / Blade of Steel / July 2

New Development in Connor McDavid's Future After Underwhelming Start to Free Agency

In what was a cruel twist of irony, the Edmonton Oilers were defeated for the 2nd year in a row by the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final. It once again brought their dreams of raising the Stanley Cup for what would have been the 1st time since 1990 to a crashing halt.

Trent Frederic News / The Oil Rig / July 2

Making a case for Trent Frederic’s new contract with the Edmonton Oilers

It’s officially offseason time around the NHL. With the draft all wrapped up and free agency right around the corner, teams have begun to make some preliminary roster moves.

NHL News / Hockey Latest / July 2

Edmonton Oilers Lose 26-Year-Old Defenceman to the Pittsburgh Penguins in Free Agency

The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed a former 26-year-old defenseman of the Edmonton Oilers during the second day of the free agency period. The Pittsburgh Penguins went after Philip Kemp, a defenseman of the Oilers last season, who played in the AHL.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 2

Daily Faceoff list the Oilers as one of their losers to begin free agency

It wasn’t the greatest of starts to free agency for the Edmonton Oilers. On Tuesday, they saw Connor Brown depart for the New Jersey Devils, Corey Perry leave for the Los Angeles Kings, and John Klingberg head off for the San Jose Sharks.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / July 2

Edmonton Oilers Sign 31-Year-Old Team Canada Goaltender to Two-Year Contract

The Oilers have added some depth to their crease, as the team has signed a 31-year-old goaltender who played for Team Canada and the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / July 2

A recap of the first day of free agency for the Edmonton Oilers

As the first day of free agency is behind us, now is the time to look at roster updates. The Edmonton Oilers made some minor moves, but nothing too serious.

Andrew Mangiapane News / Oilersnation / July 2

Getting to know Andrew Mangiapane, the newest addition to the Oilers’ forward group

The Edmonton Oilers made their first — and possibly only — significant move of free agency on Tuesday, signing winger Andrew Mangiapane to a two-year deal carrying a $3.6 million annual cap hit.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Oilers bring in wing on $7.2 million deal

The Edmonton Oilers have made a smart move by bringing in a seasoned forward who can make a difference in front of the net for their middle-six lineup.

Andrew Mangiapane News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

Veteran Winger Signs New Deal with Edmonton Oilers

A veteran NHL winger has found a new home. News emerged that forward Andrew Mangiapane has signed a new deal. The forward has signed with the Edmonton Oilers on a two-year, $7.2 million contract.

Darnell Nurse News / The Hockey Writers / July 1

Insider Shuts Down Darnell Nurse Trade Rumours

The Edmonton Oilers have an interesting summer ahead of them. While they have to soon shift their focus onto signing Connor McDavid to a contract extension, they currently have their eyes set on how they can improve their team in free agency and fill some holes as they try to make another deep run into the playoffs next season.

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / July 1

Oilers Were Being Targeted for an Offer Sheet on Evan Bouchard

The Edmonton Oilers signed Evan Bouchard to a four-year contract extension on the eve of NHL free agency. The deal, while high at $10.5 million per season, is also being analyzed as a fair deal given where Bouchard’s game and the salary cap is going to go.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Oilers trade Viktor Arvidsson to Bruins

The Edmonton Oilers are trading forward Viktor Arvidsson to the Boston Bruins, according to multiple reports. The deal was first reported by Irfan Gaffar.