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On YouTubeEdmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 20
Oilers could look up to trade defenseman
In Monday's episode of "32 Thoughts," Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet raised an intriguing point: The Edmonton Oilers have a glut on the backend, and the team could look to move someone out.
Mattias Janmark News / The Hockey Writers / October 20
Sharks Land Mattias Janmark in Suggested Trade With Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers could be forced to make a trade considering they may need to free up cap space and room on their roster when forward Zach Hyman returns from an injury.
Darnell Nurse News / Oilersnation / October 20
The Oilers need more from Darnell Nurse
Darnell Nurse has been a key contributor on the Edmonton Oilers’ blueline for nearly a decade, but inconsistency and playoff struggles in recent years have cranked up the pressure for him to perform.
The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz
How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?
Leon Draisaitl News / Field Level Media / October 20
Oilers conclude head-scratching road trip at leaky Senators
Edmonton Oilers star forward Leon Draisaitl was pointing the finger at himself after his team's losing streak reached three games. Draisaitl will look to point the Oilers on the right path Tuesday when the team concludes a five-game road trip against the Ottawa Senators.
The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season
Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.
Darnell Nurse News / The Hockey Writers / October 20
Oilers’ Darnell Nurse is Struggling to Start 2025-26 Season
The Edmonton Oilers getting out to a slow start has become an expectation for fans at this point, but one defender has struggled a bit more than others, and that’s Darnell Nurse.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 20
Oilers fall eight places in latest NHL Power Rankings
Things have been a little rough for the Edmonton Oilers, and it’s leading to diminished respect from those around the game. In the weekly NHL Power Rankings posted by Daily Faceoff, the Oilers are listed 11th among the 32 franchises in the league, a massive drop from third where the team was the week before.
Jake Walman News / Daily Faceoff / October 20
Oilers activate Jake Walman from injured reserve
An important rearguard is set jump back into the lineup. On Monday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that defenseman Jake Walman has been activated from injured reserve.
Jake Walman News / NHL Trade Talk / October 20
Oilers Activate Key D-Man Off Injury Reserve, Walman Back This Week
The Edmonton Oilers announced Monday that defenceman Jake Walman has been activated off injured reserve.Walman is expected to pair with Darnell Nurse on the blue line and could be in the lineup as early as Tuesday against the Ottawa Senators.
Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / October 20
NHL Reporter Names 4 Oilers Players at Risk of Demotion or Trade
The Edmonton Oilers have not started the 2025-26 NHL season in the best way, and there are rumors they could part with up to four players. Kris Knoblauch's team has a record of 2-3-1 for five points after the first six games.
Jake Walman News / Oilersnation / October 20
Oilers activate defenceman Jake Walman from injured reserve
Here come the reinforcements. As the Edmonton Oilers continue to reel amid a three-game losing streak, the team delivered some good news Monday, announcing defenceman Jake Walman had been activated from the injured reserve.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 20
'Hopefully it’s not a long-term injury' says Kris Knoblauch after Kasperi Kapanen exits game due to injury
The Edmonton Oilers’ third straight loss came with a worrying sight as winger Kasperi Kapanen left Sunday’s 4-2 defeat to the Detroit Red Wings early in the second period and did not return.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 20
This year’s slow start for Oilers more concerning than previous seasons
Six games into the 2025-26 National Hockey League season, it’s clear that the Edmonton Oilers are struggling early for a third consecutive season. After going 2-0-1 over their first three contests, the Oilers are now mired in a three-game losing skid, falling to the New York Islanders, New Jersey Devils, and Detroit Red Wings.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 20
The week ahead for the Edmonton Oilers: time to find the momentum
The Edmonton Oilers’ 2025–26 regular season, for the third year in a row, is off to yet another slow start. Starting week #2, the Oilers found themselves on the road against one of the original six teams, the New York Rangers.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 20
Insider expects two Oilers to hit the trade block this week
With key players nearing a return from injury, the Edmonton Oilers are facing a roster crunch that could lead to trades in the coming week.
NHL News / The Oil Rig / October 20
The Edmonton Oilers hardly score yet again as they lose to the Detroit Red Wings
The Edmonton Oilers, coming off back-to-back losses in the New York/New Jersey region, headed westward for another afternoon game against the Detroit Red Wings.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 20
October Curse continues for Oilers
From bad to worse. Any hope the Edmonton Oilers had in salvaging their five-game eastern road trip blew up in their face Sunday afternoon, losing 4-2 to the Detroit Red Wings.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 20
3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-2 Loss to Red Wings
The Edmonton Oilers continued their five-game road trip with a stop in the Motor City to battle the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday afternoon (Oct. 19). The Oilers have been scuffling as of late, and that continued in this one as they lost 4-2, and have lost three straight games.
Leon Draisaitl News / Athlon Sports / October 20
Leon Draisaitl Assigns Blame for Oilers' Three Consecutive Losses
Leon Draisaitl made clear where the problems are within the Edmonton Oilers after they lost their third consecutive game on Sunday The reigning Rocket Richard Trophy winner took responsibility for the team’s offensive struggles following Sunday’s 4–2 defeat to the Detroit Red Wings, Edmonton’s third straight loss and fourth in six games.
Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / October 20
Leon Draisaitl Puts The Heat on Himself as Oilers’ Offence Falls Flat
The Edmonton Oilers are stuck in a familiar rut — struggling to score and searching for answers — and Leon Draisaitl isn’t shying away from taking the blame.
Alec Regula News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 19
Oilers place Alec Regula on IR
The Oilers announced they’ve moved defenseman Alec Regula to injured reserve to open up a roster spot. It’s unclear what they plan on doing with it just
Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / October 19
Connor McDavid Sends Frustrated Message After Oilers' Back-to-Back Losses
Connor McDavid’s patience with the Edmonton Oilers' slow start to the season seems to be wearing thin quickly. Two weeks after reaffirming his commitment to the Oilers with a team-friendly contract extension, the captain sounded frustrated following Saturday’s 5–3 loss to the New Jersey Devils.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 19
The Edmonton Oilers are once again struggling to begin the season
Crazy that just over one year ago today, this post came out detailing a second consecutive concerningly slow start to the season for the Edmonton Oilers.
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