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Add Bobby McMcann to the list of possible Oilers trade targets

A depth forward might be on the Edmonton Oilers’ radar in the near future. With the NHL Trade Deadline just over a month away, teams are already starting to look at improving their roster for a potential deep run in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

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Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: Josh Samanski-ing his way into the lineup

The Edmonton Oilers are on a two game win-streak, and look to be experimenting with their depth options within the system. First, Quinn Hutson, then Isaac Howard, and now Josh Samanski are getting their opportunities to crack the lineup.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / January 28

Where does Evan Bouchard rank in the Norris Trophy race?

Evan Bouchard’s early-season struggles are a distant memory. After going pointless in his first six games, he has since erupted for 56 points in 48 games and a plus-16 rating.

Andrew Mangiapane News / NHL Trade Talk / January 28

Trade Watch: Which Teams Still in the Mix For Mangiapane?

The Edmonton Oilers are still looking at trade possibilities involving forward Andrew Mangiapane, according to Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic. As a result, Mangiapane’s role with the team remains unclear.

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How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 28

Oilers’ Joshua Samanski Shows Promise in NHL Debut

The Edmonton Oilers have given a ton of opportunities to their prospects this season, and recently, Joshua Samanski was given a chance to shine in his NHL debut against the Anaheim Ducks.

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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.

Connor McDavid News / Breakaway on SI / January 28

Oilers’ Connor McDavid Continues Scoring at Insane Rate

The NHL is Connor McDavid’s league — everybody else is just orbiting around him. Of course, this isn’t a secret. McDavid has long been thought to be the league’s most potent player.

Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / January 27

Oilers Seeking Top-9 Forward, But Struggling with Trade Direction

The Edmonton Oilers are actively surveying the trade market for a top-nine forward, but as Pierre LeBrun reported on TSN, it’s unclear if the team will priortize a winger or a center.

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / January 27

TSN Scout: Team Canada Should Swap 'Safe' Defenseman for Evan Bouchard

Team Canada’s Olympic roster is officially set, and while the lineup is loaded with talent, one omission continues to spark debate —Evan Bouchard. Instead of the Edmonton Oilers defenseman, Canada opted to include Colton Parayko on its blue line, a decision that has drawn scrutiny given both players’ current trajectories and underlying impact.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 27

Oilers Prospect Update: Bakersfield drops back-to-back games for first losing streak in 2026

It was a three-game week for the Bakersfield Condors and some Edmonton Oilers prospects, and they came out with one win. That hasn’t happened much lately as the back-to-back losses are the first losing streak for the Condors since the calendar changed to 2026.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 27

Could Senators Be the Solution to Oilers Top-Nine Forward Search?

It’s well known that the Edmonton Oilers’ number one priority ahead of the March 6 NHL trade deadline is to acquire a top-nine forward, and GM Stan Bowman is willing to wait for more sellers to emerge as that time approaches.

Mattias Ekholm News / NHL Trade Talk / January 27

Should Oilers’ Ekholm Trade a Healthy Playoffs For Olympics?

Mattias Ekholm’s recent hat trick may have turned heads in Edmonton, but it wasn’t enough to change Team Sweden’s Olympic plans. For the second time, the veteran Oilers defenseman was passed over as Sweden finalized a couple of injury replacements for the 2026 Winter Games, opting instead for Hampus Lindholm.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 27

Oilers Should Trade for the Predators’ Ryan O’Reilly

The Edmonton Oilers only have eight games remaining before the March 6 NHL Trade Deadline. There’s also a roster freeze going into effect from Feb. 4 until Feb.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 27

Looking at which Condor could earn the next call up to the Oilers

On Monday morning, the Edmonton Oilers called up Josh Samanski. Signed in April 2025, the German centre, who will represent his country in the Olympics, has gone on to become a vital piece for the American Hockey League’s Bakersfield Condors, scoring seven goals and 28 points in 39 games, while providing strong two-way play.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / January 27

Oilers achieve NHL history with hat tricks by key defensemen

The Edmonton Oilers are no strangers to making goal-scoring history, but they did so in a new way on Monday.

NHL roundup: Mattias Ekholm posts hat trick as Oilers top Ducks

Mattias Ekholm's hat trick carries Oilers past Ducks

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 27

Can Oilers Win a Bidding War for Coveted Third-Line Center?

As the trade deadline approaches, the Edmonton Oilers may find themselves competing in one of the most aggressive bidding wars on the market — and Ryan O’Reilly could be at the center of it.

Andrew Mangiapane News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 27

Early Andrew Mangiapane destinations before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

The Edmonton Oilers are looking to make it to the Stanley Cup Final for a third straight season. This year, the hope is to finally lift the Cup, and in the offseason, the front office thought they made a signing to help in that pursuit.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / January 27

Oilers become first team to get hat tricks from defensemen in consecutive games

The Edmonton Oilers achieved a unique feat over the last few days, as they became the first time in NHL history to get hat tricks from different defensemen in consecutive games.

Mattias Ekholm News / Field Level Media / January 26

Mattias Ekholm's hat trick carries Oilers past Ducks

Mattias Ekholm had a hat trick for the Edmonton Oilers in a 7-4 win against the visiting Anaheim Ducks on Monday night. It's the second straight game a defenseman delivered a hat trick for the Oilers after Evan Bouchard had three goals and three assists in a 6-5 overtime win against the Washington Capitals on Saturday.

Zach Hyman News / Professor Press Box / January 26

How Zach Hyman Is Carrying the Oilers’ Attack

Since returning to the Edmonton Oilers lineup, Zach Hyman has been on a tear. The guy isn’t just filling the stat sheet—he’s driving games, creating chaos in the offensive zone, and giving opponents headaches every night.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 26

Oilers Recall Josh Samanski, Assign Isaac Howard

The Edmonton Oilers have swapped forward prospects on the NHL roster. Winger Isaac Howard has been assigned to the minors and, in his place, Edmonton has awarded forward Josh Samanski with the first call-up of his career.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / January 26

The Edmonton Oilers might have a third line in Isaac Howard, Jack Roslovic, and Matt Savoie

One of the biggest issues for the Edmonton Oilers this season has been the revolving door of the third line. The top line of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Connor McDavid, and Zach Hyman has been set in stone since Hyman’s return from injury, and it’s been one of the best lines in hockey.