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Getting to know the Oilers newest signing, Owen Michaels

With just four more teams remaining in the NCAA National Tournament, the Edmonton Oilers have signed their first player from an eliminated team. On Thursday morning, the team announced that they’ve signed Owen Michaels to a one-year entry level contract which will begin next season.

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Oilers run winning streak to five with defeat of Blackhawks

The streaking Edmonton Oilers pulled into a tie in points for the top spot in the Pacific Division after earning a 3-1 home victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 3

Oilers beat Blackhawks 3-1, tie Ducks for Pacific Division lead: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

Just like that, the Edmonton Oilers are starting to look like the team that made two consecutive Stanley Cup Finals. On Thursday evening, the Oilers were hunting their first five-game win streak of the season, doing just that thanks to a 3-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 2

Oilers newest prospect Owen Michaels has the potential to fill key depth roles in the future

The Edmonton Oilers have signed their first NCAA player from the 2026 free-agent crop. On Thursday, the club announced that Western Michigan captain Owen Michaels has signed a one-year entry-level contract effective immediately.

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Oilers' Kris Knoblauch Thinks Deadline Additions Have Transformed Defense

Kris Knoblauch addressed the media ahead of tonight's game against the Blackhawks, and his message was clear. The Edmonton Oilers did not chase offensive help at the trade deadline, and the head coach has no regrets about that decision.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Tristan Jarry News / NHL Trade Talk / April 2

Oilers Could Already Look to Move Tristan Jarry This Summer?

There’s no denying that the trade for Tristan Jarry in December has blown up in GM Stan Bowman and the Edmonton Oilers’ faces throughout the first four months of the experiment.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 2

Oilers Continue NCAA Pipeline with Owen Michaels Signing

The Edmonton Oilers continue to quietly strengthen their prospect pipeline, announcing the signing of NCAA free agent Owen Michaels to a one-year entry-level contract.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 2

Are the Edmonton Oilers Contenders or Pretenders?

It can be easy for fans of the Edmonton Oilers to get caught up in the emotions of their current four-game winning streak, the longest of the season. However, it shouldn’t be forgotten that just a few weeks ago, the Oilers looked completely lost in two disappointing home losses to the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning.

Leon Draisaitl News / Professor Press Box / April 2

Three Fixes the Oilers Need to Win Without Draisaitl

The Edmonton Oilers have been lucky, really lucky, to keep winning without their second-best player, Leon Draisaitl. That’s no small thing. Losing him usually throws a team off rhythm, but the Oilers have managed to scrape by thanks to depth stepping up and a few bounces going their way.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 2

Oilers sign NCAA free agent Owen Michaels to one-year contract

The Edmonton Oilers have added another prospect to the pipeline, signing forward Owen Michaels to a one-year, entry-level contract, the club announced Thursday.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / April 2

Edmonton Oilers sign forward Owen Michaels to one-year entry level contract

The Edmonton Oilers announced today that they have signed Owen Michaels to a one-year entry-level deal. The contract kicks in this season, meaning he is eligible to play in the regular season just like Quinn Hutson last year, who signed a two-year deal last April.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / April 2

Oilers sign Owen Michaels to entry-level contract

A youngster with a championship pedigree has earned himself an NHL contract. On Thursday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that the team has signed forward Owen Michaels to a one-year, entry-level contract for the 2026-27 season.

William Nicholl News / The Hockey Writers / April 2

5 Things to Know About Newly Signed Oilers Prospect William Nicholl

Wednesday (April 1) was a great day for William Nicholl. First, he signed with the Edmonton Oilers to a three-year entry-level contract that begins in the 2026-27 season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 2

Oilers lineup update: Jarry starts, Hyman a game-time decision, and Frederic returns

The Edmonton Oilers lineup will have a bit of a different look on Thursday as the Chicago Blackhawks roll into town. While Tristan Jarry will start between the pipes, the Oilers might be without forward Zach Hyman, who head coach Kris Knoblauch ruled a game-time decision.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 2

Oilers Sign Owen Michaels To Entry-Level Deal

The Oilers announced Thursday that they’ve signed Western Michigan University captain Owen Michaels to a one-year, entry-level deal. There’s conflicting

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 2

Oilers Need to Make Power Play Adjustments

The Edmonton Oilers rank first in the NHL on the power play at 30.0 percent, but they haven’t looked the same since Leon Draisaitl got injured on March 15.

Connor Murphy News / NHL Trade Talk / April 2

Host: Oilers Added Two D-Men in Connor Murphy Trade

When the Edmonton Oilers added Connor Murphy at the trade deadline from the Chicago Blackhawks, they didn’t just add one defenseman. Technically, on March 2, 2026, the Oilers acquired the veteran at 50% salary retention from the Blackhawks in exchange for a 2028 second-round draft pick.

Josh Samanski News / The Oil Rig / April 2

Josh Samanski has been a good fit for the Edmonton Oilers

One player who has not gotten a lot of recognition during these past three weeks is Josh Samanski. While Samanski is not seeing a ton of ice time nor inking his name on the score sheet, he has been a good fit for the Edmonton Oilers during one of their better streaks of the season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 2

Oilers have found new gear as they seek fifth straight victory vs. Blackhawks

The Edmonton Oilers have seemingly fixed the kinks in their armor at the perfect time during a season filled with question marks. The lack of depth and trustworthy goaltending options have continually been the topic of conversation when it came to the Oilers' struggles during the 2025-26 regular season.

William Nicholl News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 1

Edmonton Oilers Sign William Nicholl

According to a team announcement, the Edmonton Oilers have signed forward William Nicholl to a three-year, entry-level contract beginning in the 2026-27 season.

Roby Jarventie News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 31

Edmonton Oilers Reassign Roby Jarventie

The Edmonton Oilers have reassigned forward Roby Järventie to their AHL affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors. The move leaves the Oilers with 13 healthy forwards on their active roster.