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Lineup continuity has Oilers rolling

Lineup continuity has Oilers rolling

There are three constants in life: death, taxes, and the Kris Knoblauch line blender. And boy, was it out in full force early on this season. As the early parts of the Edmonton Oilers’ season slogged on, amid a myriad of injuries, it seemed as though every game brought a new lineup.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 12
What are the Oilers getting in Tristan Jarry?

What are the Oilers getting in Tristan Jarry?

The Edmonton Oilers pulled off a blockbuster deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins on Friday that has reshaped their goaltending picture. 

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 12
Oilers GM Stan Bowman Just Got Schooled by Kyle Dubas

Oilers GM Stan Bowman Just Got Schooled by Kyle Dubas

Say what you want about former Toronto Maple Leafs and current Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas, but in this case, he absolutely pulled one off.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 12
How do players on Stanley Cup contenders handle big trades?

How do players on Stanley Cup contenders handle big trades?

With Friday’s trade news that saw the Edmonton Oilers acquire Tristan Jarry from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak and a draft pick, some are wondering if the deal will finally get the Oilers over the hill.

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Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then? 

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 12
Oilers Need to Improve Even Strength Play

Oilers Need to Improve Even Strength Play

Most games can be won or lost at even strength, and even though the Edmonton Oilers have some of the most talented players, they struggle the most at five-on-five.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 12
Grading the Skinner for Jarry trade: Oilers pay to make a lateral move in net

Grading the Skinner for Jarry trade: Oilers pay to make a lateral move in net

The Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburgh Penguins came together on Friday morning to consummate a deal everybody kind of saw coming, with goaltenders Stuart Skinner and Tristan Jarry swapping places in a five-piece trade.

NHL News / Oilersnation / December 12
Analyzing the Oilers' goalie trade and a scouting report on Spencer Stastney

Analyzing the Oilers' goalie trade and a scouting report on Spencer Stastney

Stuart Skinner spent eight seasons in the Edmonton Oilers organization. He was thrust into the starting role in the 2022-23 season after only playing 14 games as a backup in 2021 and 2022.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 12
Bowman: Backup Calvin Pickard ‘will remain with the team’ after Skinner-Jarry trade

Bowman: Backup Calvin Pickard ‘will remain with the team’ after Skinner-Jarry trade

As the Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburgh Penguins swapped goaltenders on Friday morning, questions loomed over the status of current Oilers backup Calvin Pickard.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 12
‘It was time for something different’: Career consistency drew Stan Bowman, Oilers to Tristan Jarry

‘It was time for something different’: Career consistency drew Stan Bowman, Oilers to Tristan Jarry

Stan Bowman has swung the bat. Will it be a single? A double? Or did he just hit a grand slam? That all will depend on how Tristan Jarry plays for the Edmonton Oilers over the remaining three years on his contract.

NHL News / Yardbarker / December 12
Trading for Tristan Jarry a reasonable risk for cornered Oilers

Trading for Tristan Jarry a reasonable risk for cornered Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers are taking another swing at fixing the most important position in hockey. It's an indication of how the organization backed itself into a corner.

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Tristan Jarry News / Daily Faceoff / December 12
The Oilers have made their bed with Tristan Jarry

The Oilers have made their bed with Tristan Jarry

After months of speculation and mounting pressure, the Edmonton Oilers have finally made their move for a goaltender. On Friday, the Oilers acquired Tristan Jarry along with forward Sam Poulin from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for goaltender Stuart Skinner, defenseman Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick.

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NHL News / NHL Rumors / December 12
NHL trade: Thoughts from the media on the Edmonton Oilers-Pittsburgh Penguins trade

NHL trade: Thoughts from the media on the Edmonton Oilers-Pittsburgh Penguins trade

The Edmonton Oilers acquired goaltender Tristan Jarry and forward Samuel Poulin, with the Pittsburgh Penguins receiving goaltender Stuar Skinner, defenseman Brett Kulak and a 2029 second-round pick.

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 12
Jeff Jackson’s Message to Oilers Fans Feels Like Lip Service 24 Hours Later

Jeff Jackson’s Message to Oilers Fans Feels Like Lip Service 24 Hours Later

Trade speculation around the Edmonton Oilers had cooled slightly in recent weeks, and much of that can be traced back to recent comments from the President and CEO of Hockey Operations, Jeff Jackson.

Riley Stillman News / Oilersnation / December 12
Oilers recall Riley Stillman from AHL Condors

Oilers recall Riley Stillman from AHL Condors

Amid the busy news day in Alberta’s provincial capital, the Edmonton Oilers announced that the team has recalled defenceman Riley Stillman from their American Hockey League affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors.

Tristan Jarry News / NHL Rumors / December 12
NHL Trade: Edmonton Oilers Acquiring Tristan Jarry From Pittsburgh

NHL Trade: Edmonton Oilers Acquiring Tristan Jarry From Pittsburgh

The Edmonton Oilers are making a goalie change and are acquiring Tristan Jarry from the Pittsburgh Penguins. As part of the deal, the Oilers are also getting Samuel Poulin in exchange for Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 12
Edmonton Oilers Recall Riley Stillman

Edmonton Oilers Recall Riley Stillman

After acquiring netminder Tristan Jarry and defenseman Spencer Stastney earlier today while moving out Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak, it was likely the Edmonton Oilers were going to have to make an additional roster move for depth purposes.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 12
Penguins' goaltending depth has an opportunity to flourish following Tristan Jarry trade

Penguins' goaltending depth has an opportunity to flourish following Tristan Jarry trade

The Pittsburgh Penguins have been quietly building their goaltending depth over the past few years. And as Tristan Jarry’s play started to slip in recent years, they needed to address that as quickly as possible.

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Oilers make pair of trades sending Stuart Skinner, Kulak to Penguins for Tristan Jarry, draft pick to Predators for Spencer Stastney

Oilers make pair of trades sending Stuart Skinner, Kulak to Penguins for Tristan Jarry, draft pick to Predators for Spencer Stastney

The Stuart Skinner era in Edmonton is over. The Edmonton Oilers traded the goaltender to the Pittsburgh Penguins alongside Brett Kulak and a second-round pick in the 2029 draft in exchange for goaltender Tristan Jarry, and forward Samuel Poulin.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 12
Zach Hyman hat trick powers Oilers win, Connor McDavid’s heater, and the rise of Mattias Ekholm

Zach Hyman hat trick powers Oilers win, Connor McDavid’s heater, and the rise of Mattias Ekholm

After laying an egg for 40 minutes against Buffalo and costing themselves the chance at a second point, the Edmonton Oilers were back in action for a rematch against the Detroit Red Wings.

Zach Hyman News / Field Level Media / December 11
Zach Hyman's hat trick lifts Oilers over red hot Red Wings

Zach Hyman's hat trick lifts Oilers over red hot Red Wings

Zach Hyman netted a hat trick and Connor McDavid collected four assists to lead the host Edmonton Oilers to a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 11
Oilers Recall Max Jones, Place Clattenburg, Roslovic On IR, Walman To LTIR

Oilers Recall Max Jones, Place Clattenburg, Roslovic On IR, Walman To LTIR

Earlier today the Edmonton Oilers announced that Max Jones has been recalled from AHL Bakersfield, while fellow forwards Connor Clattenburg and Jack Roslovic have been placed on injured reserve.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 11
Oilers Injury Update: Frederic, Jones, Walman, Clattenburg

Oilers Injury Update: Frederic, Jones, Walman, Clattenburg

The Edmonton Oilers offered an injury update following Wednesday’s practice, where Trent Frederic left the practice after taking a puck to the face. On Thursday morning, coach Kris Knoblauch reported that Frederic was doing OK and would play versus the Detroit Red Wings.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / December 11
Connor McDavid's wife talks about Oilers star's ketchup fears

Connor McDavid's wife Lauren talks about Oilers superstar's ketchup fears

Connor McDavid fearlessly skates past defensemen, but his infamous bigger fear seems to be ketchup.

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Trent Frederic News / The Hockey Writers / December 11
Oilers’ Trent Frederic Set to Play vs. Red Wings After Scary Practice Injury

Oilers’ Trent Frederic Set to Play vs. Red Wings After Scary Practice Injury

Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Frederic suffered a scary injury in practice on Dec. 10 that required several stitches. Fortunately, according to Sportsnet‘s Mark Spector, the 27-year-old will be back in the lineup vs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 10
Oilers likely to move defenseman Jake Walman to LTIR

Oilers likely to move defenseman Jake Walman to LTIR

The Edmonton Oilers have been dealing with a tight salary cap situation all season long, primarily using LTIR in order to keep cap-compliant.

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