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Darnell Nurse News / NHL Trade Talk / June 29
Oilers Re-Engage Sharks in Darnell Nurse Trade Talks
The Edmonton Oilers‘ efforts to move veteran defenseman Darnell Nurse continue to gain momentum, with fresh reports indicating the San Jose Sharks have re-entered trade discussions.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 29
Can Leon Draisaitl become Mike Babcock’s next Pavel Datsyuk?
As more details emerge about the Edmonton Oilers’ hiring of Mike Babcock, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the team’s leaders are fully behind the bold hire.
Corey Perry News / The Hockey Writers / June 29
Oilers Should Consider Bringing Corey Perry Back in Free Agency
The Edmonton Oilers may have an opportunity to reunite with a familiar face this summer. Following the 2026 NHL Draft, Tampa Bay Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois confirmed that veteran forwards Corey Perry and Oliver Bjorkstrand are expected to hit unrestricted free agency when the market opens.
The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz
In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?
Darnell Nurse News / The Hockey Writers / June 29
Bruins’ Trade Package to Land Oilers’ Darnell Nurse
As we march closer to free agency, the Boston Bruins weren’t very active during the NHL Draft. We saw them trade prospect Fabian Lysell, who has a chance at a fresh start with the Colorado Avalanche.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 29
Why D.J. Smith’s penalty kill tactics are a perfect fit for Oilers
The Stanley Cup has been won by innovators. I wrote about Carolina over and over again during their run to the Cup, and it was validating to see them experience success as the postseason rolled along en route to the ultimate prize.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 29
Nurse Trade Stalled: Status Update as Limited List Creating Headaches for Bowman and Oilers
The Darnell Nurse trade is going nowhere fast — and the reason isn’t terribly complicated. Take an overpriced defenseman and try to shop him to only three teams.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 29
Oilers at Risk of Falling Behind an Improving Pacific Division
It may have happened already. The Edmonton Oilers window to win the Stanley Cup might have closed when they lost their 2026 first round Stanley Cup playoff series to the Anaheim Ducks.
Darnell Nurse News / Athlon Sports / June 29
Darnell Nurse's Preferred Destinations Reportedly Include Original Six Franchise
As the Edmonton Oilers continue navigating an offseason that already saw them part ways with longtime head coach Kris Knoblauch, trade discussions involving one of their core defensemen have started to take clearer shape before the start of free agency on July 1.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 28
Sunday Scramble: How long can Stan Bowman wait for the best Nurse trade offer?
Early last week, it seemed like we were on the cusp of a Darnell Nurse trade. The closer we got to the NHL Draft, the quieter the chatter got. With some
Edmonton Oilers News / Inside The Rink / June 28
Edmonton Oilers 2026 NHL Draft Choices
58th Overall / Rudolfs Berzkalns: Left shooting Centerman, 6′ 4”, 204 lbs, 33 points through 91 USHL games with the Muskegon Lumberjacks. 84th Overall / Malcom Gastrin: Left shooting Left Winger, 6′, 174 lbs, 26 points through 26 Swe-Jr games with MoDo Jr.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 28
Growing Push for Oilers to Reunite With Familiar Face Given Babcock’s Plans
Corey Perry is hitting free agency again — and there’s growing support among fans of the Edmonton Oilers for Stan Bowman to reach out and make an offer.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 28
How experts graded the 2026 NHL Draft for the Oilers
It was a quiet draft weekend for the Edmonton Oilers. Absolutely nothing happened for the Oilers on Friday. Not only did they have no first-round picks, but they didn’t make any moves to bolster their roster or free up cap space.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 28
Oilers free agent targets: Pesty Mason Marchment fits Edmonton’s identity
The Edmonton Oilers missed Corey Perry last season. On top of being a capable goal scorer, even as he turns 40 years old, Perry did a terrific job getting under the skin of opponents.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 28
Why the Oilers Should at Least Pick Up the Phone on Drew Doughty
Nobody is suggesting the Edmonton Oilers should blow up their offseason to chase a 36-year-old defenceman in the final year of his contract. But if there was ever a moment to at least have the conversation about Drew Doughty, this is it — and here’s why.
Mike Babcock News / The Oil Rig / June 29
Mike Babcock claims Edmonton Oilers are 'comfortable' with him, attributes Columbus exit to wife’s phone call
Mike Babcock is back. After seven years away from the NHL, the 63-year-old is returning to the bench as the new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers and he wants everyone to know the players are on board.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 28
Oilers Draft Grades: Evaluating Edmonton’s five picks at the 2026 NHL Draft
The Edmonton Oilers didn’t have the luxury of making a splash in the first round after moving their first-round pick. Heck, they even passed on their first opportunity, trading down before making their first selection.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / June 28
Edmonton Oilers 2026 NHL Draft: Recap and review with Director of Amateur Scouting Rick Pracey
The 2026 NHL Draft was relatively tame for the Edmonton Oilers. Going into the weekend with just four picks, any major impact they were hoping to make on their roster was going to come from a trade.
Darnell Nurse News / The Hockey Writers / June 28
Insider Suggests Oilers Struggling to Find Trade Partner for Darnell Nurse
The Edmonton Oilers have been quiet on the trade front this offseason. Despite the team needing to trade Darnell Nurse, following his trade request, to clear up some cap space, they have yet to trade him and are seemingly running out of time before free agency opens up.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 28
Rick Pracey explains Oilers’ strategy at 2026 NHL Draft: ‘Sense, skill, compete’
The Edmonton Oilers looked to identify three characteristics in prospects they were going to draft: Sense, skill, and compete. That’s what director of
Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / June 28
Do the Oilers Dare to Do Something They’ve Avoided for Years?
There’s been a lot of noise about Mike Babcock potentially being the guy to change things in Edmonton. Some people like the idea. Some don’t. Some think the game has moved on.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 27
Analysis from Buffalo on each of the five prospects the Oilers selected
The Edmonton Oilers entered Day 2 of the 2026 NHL Draft with just four selections but wasted little time making moves. Instead of getting themselves involved and making their first pick of the draft, Edmonton shipped the 52nd overall pick to the Tampa Bay Lightning, sliding back just six spots to No.
Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / June 27
Oilers Quick Hits: Size, IQ, and Two Different Paths in Round 3
The Edmonton Oilers didn’t try to force one identity through the middle rounds of the 2026 NHL Draft. Instead, they took two very different swings that say a lot about how they’re thinking about depth long-term.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 23
Making sense of the Oilers' decision to hire Mike Babcock
Three years after resigning from his last coaching stop with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Babcock is now tasked with getting the Oilers over the hump.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 22
Oilers reward veteran player with familiar name with long-term deal
A player named Connor has agreed to a new longterm to stay with the Edmonton Oilers, but it's not the one fans are hoping they eventually see news about.
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