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Oilers Defenceman Evan Bouchard Snubbed as Norris Trophy Finalist

There was a bit of an outcry in Oil Country on Thursday (May 7) when the NHL unveiled this season’s finalists for the Norris Trophy, which is awarded annually to the defenceman voted the best at his position by the Professional Hockey Writers Association.

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Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / May 8

Evan Bouchard Opens Up on Norris Trophy Nomination Snub

Evan Bouchard did all he could to get into the mix, but it still wasn’t enough to even earn a nomination as a finalist for the 2025–26 Norris Trophy. Rasmus Dahlin, Cale Makar, and Zach Werenski all had fantastic seasons and were deservedly recognized for it, announced as finalists for the award on Thursday.

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Five problems that contributed to the Oilers’ unfulfilling 2025-26 season

The term “Cup or bust” gets thrown around a lot for the Connor McDavid-led Edmonton Oilers team, meaning every season they don’t win the Stanley Cup is considered unsuccessful.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 7

Oilers Could Be Eyeing Bruce Cassidy, Future of Kris Knoblauch Sketchy

The Edmonton Oilers are heading into what could be one of the most important offseasons in franchise history, and suddenly, the conversation surrounding head coach Kris Knoblauch is beginning to intensify.

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Stan Bowman’s misses should cost him his job as Oilers general manager

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Seravalli: ‘More likely than not’ that Oilers fire Kris Knoblauch, make front office changes

Frank Seravalli believes there’s a good chance that the Edmonton Oilers will make a coaching change. On Thursday, the hockey insider was asked during an appearance on Sportsnet 590 The Fan about what moves the Oilers could make this offseason. A lot of moves are coming, he believes.

Isaac Howard News / The Hockey Writers / May 7

Oilers’ Isaac Howard Named to Team USA for World Hockey Championship

In an offseason full of negative stories and rumours about the Edmonton Oilers, a silver lining appeared on May 7 when Oilers’ prospect Isaac (Ike) Howard was named to Team USA for the World Hockey Championship.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / May 7

Why Evan Bouchard deserved to be a Norris Trophy nominee

Few players are more polarizing across the hockey world than Edmonton Oilers‘ defenceman Evan Bouchard. The offensive D-man dazzles fans with slick passes and ‘Bouch Bombs’ from the point, but also makes them pull their hair out with the occasional cartoonish blunder.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 7

Which Oilers raised their stock in 2025-26?

The Edmonton Oilers had a disappointing season in 2025-26, falling well short of expectations in both the regular season and the playoffs. Whether it was fatigue, injuries, goaltending, or coaching, they never got everything clicking at the same time.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 7

The Oilers Are Stuck In A Cycle Self-Correction

It’s no secret that the Edmonton Oilers are in win-now mode, and that mode has shifted to pure desperation as they enter the final two years of superstar captain Connor McDavid’s current contract.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / May 7

‘The most egregious snub in NHL history’: Oilers fans react to Evan Bouchard not being named Norris Trophy finalist

For some, it comes as a surprise that Evan Bouchard wasn’t nominated for the Norris Trophy. For others, it’s completely understandable. Over the past season, the defenceman made a case for himself to receive a nomination and it turned into quite the debate and conversation in the later stages of the NHL season.

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Oilers Call Out Hockey Writers After Norris Trophy Snub

The Edmonton Oilers entered the 2025-26 campaign on the back of two straight Stanley Cup Finals appearances, but this year, their post-season hopes ended much sooner than recent seasons at the hands of the Pacific Division rival Anaheim Ducks.

Isaac Howard News / Oilersnation / May 7

Isaac Howard named to Team USA for World Championships, fifth Oiler headed overseas

Another Edmonton Oiler will be representing their country at the upcoming IIHF World Championships. Isaac Howard is suiting up with the United States as the nation selected a younger roster with little overlap to the national Olympic team that won the gold medal in February. He’s the fifth Edmonton Oiler heading to Switzerland.

Evan Bouchard News / Daily Faceoff / May 7

Should Evan Bouchard have been a Norris finalist?

The top three defensemen in the NHL have been revealed, but one notable name has been left off the sheet. The NHL announced that Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin, the Colorado Avalanche’s Cale Makar and the Columbus Blue Jackets‘ Zach Werenski have been named the finalists for the 2025-26 James Norris Memorial Trophy on Thursday.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / May 7

Oilers’ Evan Bouchard not among finalists for 2026 Norris Trophy

Despite a regular season that saw him lead all defencemen in scoring by 14 points, Evan Bouchard’s tremendous 2025-26 season won’t earn him a Norris Trophy.

Tristan Jarry News / The Hockey Writers / May 7

NHL Rumors: Jarry Move, Red Wings Talk, and Salary Cap Update

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are weighing whether to stick with a struggling goaltender, the Detroit Red Wings could be gearing up for a bold offseason, and the Calgary Flames are evaluating how aggressive they want to get while balancing their short- and long-term plans.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 7

Scribe Suggests Oilers Go After 'Bargain' Goaltender Trade

The Edmonton Oilers might be looking at changing up their goaltending this summer, which leaves one very important question: who would they go after? If GM Stan Bowman ultimately decides to move on from one of (or both) Tristan Jarry and/or Connor Ingram, the Oilers need a replacement.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 7

Oilers prospect Maxim Berezkin scores double OT series winner, KHL’s Lokomotiv advances to Gagarin Cup

Perhaps the most intriguing Edmonton Oilers prospect lifted his team to the Gagarin Cup Final with a critical goal on Wednesday. Maxim Berezkin (Beryozkin) scored in Game 7 double overtime for a 4-3 victory, sending his Lokomotiv Yaroslavl team on to the KHL championship series.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 7