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Is 'Pretty Close' Good Enough for the Oilers to Start the Season?

The Edmonton Oilers are probably one top-six forward away from having an ideal group up front. But one analyst is making the case that “pretty close” is probably good enough and the Oilers don’t need to make a desperate move to acquire another winger before the season.

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Oilers offseason keeps them firmly in the ‘win now’ window

One prominent hockey writer believes the Edmonton Oilers did enough this offseason to remain Stanley Cup contenders. Matt Larkin of Daily Faceoff is breaking down all four NHL divisions and looking at where each team sits in terms of contending for a championship.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 21

Ellis: Oilers prospect pool ‘one of the worst pipelines in the game today’

One prospect analyst has looked at the Edmonton Oilers pipeline and sees one of the worst in the league. Daily Faceoff’s prospect analyst Steven Ellis is evaluating all 32 NHL teams’ prospect pools throughout the offseason.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / July 21

Analyst Isn’t Buying The Latest Connor McDavid Contract Rumor

With Leo Carlsson and Connor Bedard resetting the market by signing massive new contract extensions that have made them the highest- and third-highest-paid players in the NHL, many have begun to wonder what the actual best player in the world — Connor McDavid — will make when he’s up for a new deal.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / July 21

2026 Edmonton Oilers Draftee Prospect Profiles: Malcom Gästrin

With the 2026 NHL draft complete, the Edmonton Oilers have now added another five prospects to their prospect pipeline. We here at the Oil Rig will be publishing in-depth player profiles for each of Oil Country’s newest additions, while also giving a brief projection of where they fit into the organization’s future.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / July 21

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Edmonton Oilers’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

Devon Levi News / Oilersnation / July 21

Who Is Devon Levi? 5 interesting facts about new Oilers goalie

The Edmonton Oilers made several big moves on the first day of free agency, including a trade that saw them acquire netminder Devon Levi and a seventh-round draft pick in exchange for a 2028 third-round draft pick.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 20

Why one analytics model graded the Oilers off-season poorly

While there are still two months until the puck drops on opening night for the Edmonton Oilers, we’ve reached the point in the NHL off-season where most of the action is behind us.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 20

10 Burning Questions for Edmonton Oilers 2026-27 season

The Edmonton Oilers’ main camp starts in 58 days on Sept. 16. They play their first preseason game on Saturday, Sept. 19, and for the first time in franchise history, the Oilers start the regular season with a game in September.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 20

Would You Make This Oilers-Flyers Trade for Owen Tippett?

The Edmonton Oilers have spent the past several seasons searching for the ideal top-six winger to complement Connor McDavid. While internal options such as Matthew Savoie continue to generate excitement, acquiring a proven scorer in his prime remains the quickest path toward strengthening an already dangerous lineup.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 20

Nugent-Hopkins vs Neal Pionk: Top Edmonton Oilers fights of 2025-26

This summer, Oilersnation will recap the top five Edmonton Oilers goals, the top five fights, and the top five overall moments from the up-and-down 2025-26 season.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 20

Former Oilers goaltender officially announces NHL retirement

After eight National Hockey League campaigns and 176 regular-season games, Jack Campbell announced his retirement from hockey on social media on Sunday.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / July 20

The all-time Edmonton Oilers best 'traded for' team

The NHL offseason is in full swing, so it’s time to do some summer reflecting, and what’s more fun to reflect on than trades? Who won the deal, who lost the deal, how both teams were impacted one week, month, year after.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / July 20

Speculation Linking Oilers’ McDavid to Flyers is Ridiculous

Both the Edmonton Oilers and Philadelphia Flyers are going to be trying to contend this season, and they have both been aggressive this offseason in hopes of pushing for a Stanley Cup.

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The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz

The '2K-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

The 'Rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

Ryan Shea News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 20

Ryan Shea’s ‘different animal’ take on joining Oilers in free agency

The Edmonton Oilers made some big moves in NHL Free Agency this summer. Edmonton reworked its blueline, trading Darnell Nurse to the San Jose Sharks on July 1.

Leon Draisaitl News / Oilersnation / July 19

Best Oilers goals of 2025-26: No. 5 — Draisaitl notches 400th career goal

This summer, Oilersnation will recap the top five Edmonton Oilers, the top five fights, and the top five overall moments from the up-and-down 2025-26 season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 19

Sunday Scramble: Welcome to the late, late night Oilers show

Is anyone else curious or confused about what the new “Alberta Time” means for Edmonton Oilers start times? The Alberta government is no longer changing the clocks twice a year and is going to run on permanent Daylight Saving Time.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / July 19

What Could Go Wrong for the Oilers This Season?

When the Edmonton Oilers hired Mike Babcock, there were two very different reactions. Some people looked at it and saw experience. They saw a coach who has won, managed pressure, and coached some of the biggest names in hockey.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 19

Oilers’ biggest mistake so far in 2026 NHL free agency

The Edmonton Oilers were aggressive this offseason. After being eliminated in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the team made a change at head coach, firing Kris Knoblauch and bringing in Mike Babcock.

Jason Dickinson News / Oilersnation / July 19

What does a shutdown third line around Jason Dickinson look like?

Recent Stanley Cup champions have shown how much value an elite third line can provide. The 2026 Carolina Hurricanes’ cup run was driven in large part by captain Jordan Staal’s exceptional performance on the third line, which earned him the Conn Smythe.

Evan Bouchard News / The Hockey Writers / July 19

Evan Bouchard Should Be Off the Oilers’ Penalty Kill This Season

Edmonton Oilers defenceman Evan Bouchard had a fantastic 2025-26 season, recording 21 goals and 95 points, averaging 24:41 of ice time. This was his career high in goals, assists, points, and ice time.

Connor McDavid News / NHLFanCentral / July 19

Connor McDavid Could Be Set for the Largest Contract the NHL Has Ever Seen: '$200 Million'

Connor McDavid’s next contract is already the talk of the NHL. Since he isn’t a free agent for two more years, the Oilers captain signed a short extension last October, which runs till the 2027-28 season.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 19

Top 3 Oilers’ Departed Free Agents That Will Hurt the Most

The Edmonton Oilers have been busy this offseason, making several signings since free agency opened on July 1. These moves have generated excitement among Edmonton fans, who are eager to see the likes of goaltender Frederik Andersen and defenceman Ryan Shea in action with the Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / July 18

Ekholm and Bouchard Might Be the Oilers' Championship Difference

One of the easiest mistakes hockey fans make is assuming that championships are won by superstars. They're not. Superstars get the headlines, but elite teams almost always have another ingredient that receives far less attention.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 17