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Mike Babcock News / Oilersnation / June 13

Oilers Notebook: NHL pushes for quick Mike Babcock investigation as former players voice frustration

When it comes to the National Hockey League’s investigation into Mike Babcock’s time with the Columbus Blue Jackets, expect a quick process, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported.

Darryl Sutter News / NHL Trade Talk / June 13

Darryl Sutter Is Perfect For the Oilers Coaching Death Trap

There’s a lot of noise about who should run the Edmonton Oilers behind the bench. And this Kyper & Bourne clip with Doug MacLean cuts right to the point.

NHL News / Oilersnation / June 13

Sources say Babcock will be able to work after investigation: Johnson

The Edmonton Oilers saga with Mike Babcock awaits an NHL investigation into what happened between him and Columbus Blue Jackets players three years ago, which led to his resignation.

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The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

How many of the players to score the most goals in one Stanley Cup Playoff run for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 13

Mike Babcock’s ‘stupid mind games’ led to player disdain, says Jason York

More controversy is surfacing around Mike Babcock’s coaching career amid the Edmonton Oilers‘ interest in hiring him to fill their vacant head coach position.

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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.

Mike Babcock News / The Oil Rig / June 13

The tide is becoming 'difficult' for Mike Babcock to swim against in Edmonton Oilers’ saga

The fact that we are here at all is the first uncomfortable thing to sit with. That a franchise of the Edmonton Oilers’ stature, a team built around arguably

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 13

Oilers’ Bouchard Finally Gets His Due With NHL All-Star Team Selection

A pair of Edmonton Oilers were honoured on Friday (June 12), when the NHL announced its 2025-26 NHL All-Star Teams. Edmonton centre Connor McDavid is on the First Team, while Oilers defenceman Evan Bouchard is part of the Second Team.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / June 13

Another Connor McDavid masterpiece ends in disappointment: Oilers 2025-26 player review

Welcome to Oilersnation’s annual player review series, where we dive into the Edmonton Oilers season player by player. We’ll look back at the season that was, what kind of impact each player had, and what we could see from them next season.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 13

3 Potential Trade Destinations for Oilers Defenceman Darnell Nurse

Darnell Nurse’s tenure with the Edmonton Oilers seems to be coming to an end. On June 11, it was reported that the Oilers’ blueliner requested a trade.

Darnell Nurse News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Darnell Nurse's Preferred Destinations Emerge After Oilers Trade Request

The Edmonton Oilers are working through a developing situation involving defenseman Darnell Nurse, who formally requested a trade on Thursday. Nurse informed the organization that he is ready for a change after spending his entire NHL career in Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 12

Oilers Coaching Search Draws Criticism as New Unexpected Option Surfaces

The Edmonton Oilers’ ongoing coaching search is drawing serious criticism, with analysts wondering what the game plan is, why the Oilers are making head-scratching decisions, and where they go from here.

Darnell Nurse News / Oilersnation / June 12

5 teams Oilers’ Nurse could waive his no-trade clause for

It’s going to be a busy off-season for the Edmonton Oilers. The 2025-26 season hasn’t even finished yet, and it’s already been chaotic. They fired Kris Knoblauch shortly after falling in six to the Anaheim Ducks in the first round.

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Darnell Nurse News / Trade Talk Sports / June 12

Teams Already Calling Oilers About Darnell Nurse Trade: 2 Frontrunners Emerge

The Edmonton Oilers have been working the market on defenseman Darnell Nurse for over a year. It wasn’t until this past week that news surfaced Nurse was not just open to a deal, but had requested out.

Connor McDavid News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 12

Oilers’ Connor McDavid banks 6th first-team All-Star nod after Hart Trophy loss

The season for the Edmonton Oilers came to a close in disappointing fashion, as they were eliminated by a divisional opponent from southern California in the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / June 12

The Night a Grinder Helped Launch an Oilers Dynasty

When people think about the Edmonton Oilers dynasty, they usually think about the stars. Wayne Gretzky. Mark Messier. Jari Kurri. Grant Fuhr. The highlights, the records, and eventually the Stanley Cups.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 12

Oilers’ Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard named to NHL all-star teams

A pair of Edmonton Oilers were ranked among the NHL’s elite on Friday morning. 2025-26 Ted Lindsay winner Connor McDavid earned a selection on the NHL’s First All-Star Team, while defenceman Evan Bouchard was named to the NHL’s Second All-Star Team.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 12

Insider Names Western Conference Team Nurse Would Accept Trade To, But Return A Reach

More information is surfacing in relation to the Darnell Nurse trade news out of Edmonton. After submitting a three- to five-team list, reports suggest that some of those teams, while not confirmed, are coming out.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 12

Oilers’ Darnell Nurse prefers Eastern Conference, drawing ‘legitimate interest’

More information on Darnell Nurse’s trade preferences is coming out after he agreed to seek a trade from the Edmonton Oilers. The news broke on Wednesday that Nurse has requested a trade, providing a list of 3-5 teams the left-shot defenceman would waive his full no-move clause to go to.

Mike Babcock News / The Oil Rig / June 12