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It’s been 10 days since the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline, and teams are starting to settle in with their new acquisitions. The Edmonton Oilers are no different.

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DoPS Head Fires Back at Criticism from Connor McDavid

Connor McDavid didn’t directly call out George Parros, but when you take a bit of a shot at the process involving suspensions, it’s implied that Parros is the one who will shoulder most of the responsibility.

Leon Draisaitl News / The Hockey Writers / March 17

Oilers News & Rumours: Draisaitl Injury, Defensive Play, Interest in Hughes

The Edmonton Oilers are pushing for a playoff spot, and while it seems likely that they will be able to have another deep postseason run, fans are growing concerned about certain aspects of their game.

George Parros News / Daily Faceoff / March 17

George Parros: ‘I feel very confident in’ NHL Department of Player Safety rulings

After facing criticism from Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid, head of the NHL Department of Player Safety George Parros made rare public comments during a media availability on Tuesday morning to defend the department.

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The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

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NHL News / Oilersnation / March 17

Pre-Scout: The new ‘low event’ Oilers face Macklin Celebrini’s teenage brilliance

The defensively responsible Edmonton Oilers? Is that who we’re seeing? As the Oilers host the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night with two valuable points on the line, un-sexy hockey terms like “low event” are being spoken in the bowels of Rogers Place.

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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

Leon Draisaitl News / Field Level Media / March 16

Oilers F Leon Draisaitl to miss ‘some time’ with unspecified injury

The Edmonton Oilers are preparing to play some stretch of games without star forward Leon Draisaitl. Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch revealed that but little else to reporters Monday, one day after Draisaitl exited a game against the Nashville Predators after taking a hard hit.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 16

Knoblauch: ‘There’ll be some time’ without Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl, but limited update provided

Leon Draisaitl is trending toward not playing in the Edmonton Oilers‘ matchup against the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday, but there’s no official determination on his injury status.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 16

Playoff races everywhere in the NHL and a Draisaitl injury update

The NHL regular season finishes in one month on April 16th, and right now, only two teams look locked into their playoff positions. Carolina leads the Metropolitan Division by nine points; however, they are in a race for the #1 seed in the Eastern Conference with Buffalo sitting two points back.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 16

Report: Oilers interested in Michigan free agent forward T.J. Hughes

According to The Sheet‘s Jeff Marek, the Edmonton Oilers are interested in signing University of Michigan forward T.J. Hughes. Marek touched on the subject in last Friday’s edition of Sekeres & Price, sharing that the Oilers recently went and saw Hughes in person.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 16

Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl dealing with lower-body injury, no timeline for return

The Edmonton Oilers have provided a less-than-positive update regarding one of their superstar forwards. Head coach Kris Knoblauch revealed on Monday that Leon Draisaitl has a lower-body injury, and there is currently no set timetable for his return.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 16

Oilers NCAA prospect update: Three prospects heading to conference championships

The NCAA playoff season is in full force, and the Edmonton Oilers have five prospects navigating the postseason with their respective programs. Thanks to strong performances over the weekend, three of those five players are now competing for conference championships.

Connor Ingram News / NHL Trade Talk / March 16

Third-Stringer to Oilers’ Starter: Ingram’ Amazing Jump

Connor Ingram wasn’t about to let this opportunity pass him by. They gave him the starting job for the Oilers, and he came through—stopped 26 shots, posted a .963 save percentage, and helped grab a really important win against Nashville.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 16

Edmonton, Calgary selected among host cities for 2028 World Cup of Hockey

Alberta’s capital and its neighbours three hours south have been selected as two of three host cities for the National Hockey League’s 2028 World Cup of Hockey.

Bobby McMann News / Daily Faceoff / March 16

Bobby McMann off to a strong start with the Kraken

The Seattle Kraken may have had to wait longer than expected for Bobby McMann to debut for them, but once he did, they had to be extremely pleased with the results.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / March 16

Why the Edmonton Oilers need to add more physicality to their game

With just 14 games left in the regular season, the Edmonton Oilers are entering a crucial stretch as they prepare for the upcoming playoffs. It is time to look at what they can do to get ready to compete.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / March 16

McDavid On Board with Big Change to NHL Player Suspension Process

Connor McDavid was asked on Sunday about the process the NHL goes through when trying to determine discipline and player suspensions. It’s a hot-button topic right now, given the Radko Gudas five-game suspension and the Toronto Maple Leafs losing Auston Matthews for the season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 16