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Oilers sign defenceman Atro Leppänen to two-year contract extension

The Edmonton Oilers have extended a defenceman currently playing with the Bakersfield Condors. With the news that Calvin Pickard cleared waivers, the team also announced that they’ve signed left-shot defenceman Atro Leppänen to a one-year extension.

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Oilers sign Atro Leppanen to one-year contract extension

A solid first season in North America has landed a blueliner another NHL contract. On Monday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that the team has signed defenseman Atro Leppänen to a one-year, two-way contract extension for the 2026-27 season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 2

Oilers goaltender Calvin Pickard clears NHL waivers

Edmonton Oilers netminder Calvin Pickard has cleared NHL waivers, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. Pickard, 33, was placed on waivers Sunday, weeks after sliding down the Oilers goaltending depth chart from the backup to the No.

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How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 2

Tristan Jarry Right to Call Out Oilers’ Defensive Struggles

Perhaps Stuart Skinner wasn’t the main issue after all. Despite helping lead the Edmonton Oilers to back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals, there were many, both fans and media alike, who thought goaltending, and in particular Skinner, was the main reason Connor McDavid and company had yet to win it all.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 2

Oilers Catch Break With Pickard Waiver Wire Update

Somewhat shockingly, Calvin Pickard has cleared waivers. Elliotte Friedman was the first to report that the Edmonton Oilers’ veteran backup has not been claimed by another NHL team.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 2

Oilers Sign Atro Leppanen To Two-Way Extension

The Oilers announced they’ve signed defenseman Atro Leppänen to a two-way extension. The deal carries an $850K NHL salary for 2026-27 with a $360K minors salary and a $400K guarantee, per PuckPedia.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 2

Could One More Oilers Trade Correct 2021 Draft-Day Mistake?

The Edmonton Oilers have had a tough time against the Minnesota Wild in 2025-26, and a big part of that has been the play of young goaltender Jesper Wallstedt, who stopped 72 of 75 shots across two road wins at Rogers Place.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 2

Fans set off by overpay in Bobby McMann trade pitch to Oilers

Steven Dangle Glynn, host of the "SDPN" podcast and well-known superfan of the Toronto Maple Leafs, pitched a trade proposal that would see the Edmonton Oilers and Maple Leafs make a trade.

Edmonton Oilers Place Calvin Pickard On Waivers

Wild use strong 2nd period to blow past Oilers

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The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 2

Five questions heading into the Oilers’ final two games before the Olympic break

The Edmonton Oilers have two games left before the Olympic break, following a rough 7-3 loss to the Minnesota Wild last Saturday. With Connor McDavid,

Calvin Pickard News / NHL Trade Talk / February 2

Do Oilers Have Backup Plan if Pickard Claimed Off Waivers?

A 51-save night for Connor Ungar might have given the Edmonton Oilers confidence that if Calvin Pickard is claimed on waivers by another team Monday, the Oilers won’t have to shift into panic mode.

Connor McDavid News / The Oil Rig / February 2

Connor McDavid gets candid on long-delayed dream come true for a generation denied Olympic ice

For Connor McDavid, the wait is finally over. After a 12-year absence of NHL players from the Olympic stage, hockey’s greatest talent will finally get his chance to represent Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan this February.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 2

Edmonton Oilers’ 3 Stars for January

The Edmonton Oilers continue to grind along this season, finishing January with an 8-5-2 record and a 28-20-8 record overall for 64 points. They are tied for first place in the Pacific Division, but they’ve played two more games than the Vegas Golden Knights.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 1

Skinner vs. Jarry: Which Goalie Fits the Oilers Game Better?

One thing that still gets lost when we talk about goaltending is that goalies are people before they’re systems. We love to reduce it to technique — angles, depth, rebound control — and all of that matters.

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Kris Knoblauch News / Oilersnation / February 1

Letters to the Editor: The Oilers don’t need to trade for a third-line centre because Knoblauch won’t play them

It’s time to dig into this week’s Letters to the Editor. Want to join in the fun? Details about how to reach out are at the bottom of the article. Seeing lots of chatter of how this team needs to get a legit third-line centre and that’ll really bring it together… a completely foolish sentiment, really.

Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / February 1

Analysts Reveal the Hidden Power That Makes Draisaitl Unstoppable

There are strong players in the NHL, and then there are players whose strength changes the logic of the game. The Edmonton Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl belongs firmly in the second category.

Calvin Pickard News / Oilersnation / February 1

Oilers place goaltender Calvin Pickard on NHL waivers

The Edmonton Oilers have made a decision in the goaltending department, placing netminder Calvin Pickard on NHL waivers Sunday, the club announced. Pickard, 33, found himself as the Oilers’ third-goaltender in recent weeks when Tristan Jarry returned from injury.

Jack Roslovic News / The Hockey Writers / February 2

Oilers would be making mistake signing Roslovic to rumoured extension

Despite a 22-goal season with the Carolina Hurricanes in 2024-25, Jack Roslovic struggled to get the contract he was in search of last summer. The 29-year-old had interest from a number of teams, but was holding out in hopes of landing a deal with more term than what he was being offered.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 1

Oilers’ Franchise Has Come A Long Way Financially

Edmonton Oilers fans, you have even more of a reason to brag about your team. Forbes.com just released its list of the most profitable sports teams in 2026, and the Oilers are tied for third with an operating income of $244 million and a value of $3.2 billion.

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / January 31

‘I Wanted to Quit’: Connor McDavid Speaks Out on Serious Injury in New Post

Connor McDavid continues to lead the Edmonton Oilers through another strong season. However, he recently reflected on one of the most difficult moments of his career. In a recent Instagram video promoting BodyArmor, McDavid spoke openly about the knee injury that challenged him both physically and mentally.

Zach Hyman News / Professor Press Box / January 31

Oilers’ Zach Hyman Thrives With 97 Feeding Him Pucks

Zach Hyman’s been turning heads lately, and it’s not just because he has a nose for the net. There’s no denying that having Connor McDavid on your line makes life a lot easier—but Hyman’s recent stretch shows it’s about more than just riding shotgun with a generational talent.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 31

Respect was earned from Macklin Celebrini's attempted penalty decline

Ekholm protested the errant call, but so did … Celebrini himself?

Sharks place Vincent Iorio on waivers

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Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / January 30

NHL Insiders Question Oilers’ Bottom Six in Latest Rankings

The Edmonton Oilers have had a strong 2025–26 season so far, posting a 28-19-8 record and leading the Pacific Division. Their offense remains one of the most dangerous in the NHL, with Connor McDavid driving scoring and playmaking.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / January 27