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Analyst Critical of the Oilers Trade Interest in Risky Goaltender

After another blowout loss on Tuesday night to the Dallas Stars, the Edmonton Oilers were left searching for answers, and the need for some type of change became even more evident.

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The Edmonton Oilers are probably regretting trading their 2021 NHL Draft pick

During the 2021 NHL Draft, the Edmonton Oilers had the chance to boost their prospect pipeline with an elite goaltending prospect. Jesper Wallstedt was sitting right there waiting to be drafted.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / November 27

Potential Fix for Oilers' Goalie Crisis Emerges Before Thanksgiving

The Edmonton Oilers may need a new goalie soon enough, given they keep hemorrhaging goals against on a daily basis. Pittsburgh Penguins netminder Tristan Jarry’s resurgence in net has come at a time when the Oilers would surely welcome him back to Edmonton after he spent time with the Oil Kings in the early 2010s.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 26

Oilers’ McDavid & Draisaitl Speak Honestly After Blowout Loss to Stars

The Edmonton Oilers have had an interesting start to the 2025-26 season, and while they have shown flashes of being a championship contender, their inconsistency is becoming concerning as the quarter mark of the season has come and gone.

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 26

3 Things the Oilers Should Be Thankful For

American Thanksgiving is here, which is a great benchmark to reflect on the Edmonton Oilers. They have played 25 games thus far, and their schedule is more than a quarter complete.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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 / Oilersnation / November 26

Pain continues for the Edmonton Oilers, and a massive thank you

I’ll never forget the wise words my friend, a recovering alcoholic, said after Edmonton’s 9-1 loss to Colorado, where he heard many suggest that was rock bottom for the Oilers: “It can always get worse.

Stuart Skinner News / Breakaway on SI / November 26

Stuart Skinner is Sinking Oilers Playoff Hopes

The Edmonton Oilers are coming off of back-to-back Stanley Cup Final losses to the Florida Panthers in back-to-back years and they are looking to finally bring home a ring this year.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 26

‘Goaltending is a team thing’: Players and fans react as Oilers fall 8-3 at home

It was another night in Edmonton where the fans left feeling disappointed. Disappointed, and more so frustrated, with how this rollercoaster of a season has begun.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / November 26

Speculation Grows Around Potential Blockbuster Deal Between Blues and Oilers

Goaltending has once again become a concern in Edmonton. Even with a few strong games, Stuart Skinner hasn’t played consistently enough to ease worries.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / November 26

Oilers’ recent struggles not only on goaltending

The Edmonton Oilers suffered another loss Tuesday night, this time an 8-3 defeat at the hands of the Dallas Stars. Edmonton has now lost four of their last five games and hold a 10-10-5 record through their first 25 games of the 2025-26 season.

Jesper Wallstedt News / The Hockey Writers / November 26

Oilers Fans Haunted By Jesper Wallstedt’s Success

The Edmonton Oilers find themselves in a very difficult spot to start the 2025-26 season. They have given up seven goals three times already this season, including last night when they lost 8-3 to the Dallas Stars.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / November 26

Changes Coming as McDavid and Oilers Search for Answers After Another Ugly Loss

The Edmonton Oilers are no strangers to getting off to slow starts to seasons, but what’s gone on thus far in 2025-26 has lasted way too long for a team that’s been two back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals.

Calvin Pickard News / The Oil Rig / November 26

Report: Oilers players shut down attempted Calvin Pickard move

They say likability is a more important trait than competence. A report from insider Frank Seravalli yesterday during an appearance on Bleacher Report indicates the Edmonton Oilers were going to pull the trigger on a goaltending shakeup, but that was essentially vetoed by the Oilers locker room.

Kris Knoblauch News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 26

Oilers’ Kris Knoblauch issues strong demand after 8-3 loss to Stars

Things have gone from bad to worse for the Edmonton Oilers, who were crushed 8-3 by the Dallas Stars on home ice on Tuesday night. It’s been a brutal start for the back-to-back defending Western Conference champions, who are now 10-10-5 and sixth place in the Pacific Division.

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The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz

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Albin Sundin News / The Oil Rig / November 26

Edmonton Oilers prospect update: The Oilers have to make a decision on Albin Sundin soon

The Edmonton Oilers system had another busy week, with some movement in the system. As the Oilers continue to look for solutions for their depth scoring and goaltending, it is possible that management looks to the Bakersfield Condors.

Jordan Binnington News / NHL Trade Talk / November 26

Fans and Media Sound Off as Rumors Link Jordan Binnington to Oilers

The goalie debate in Edmonton existed well before Nick Kypreos poured gasoline on the fire. According to his latest report, “The strongest speculation ties Jordan Binnington to Edmonton; the Oilers are also seeing if they can get a defenceman out of St.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 26

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 8-3 Loss to Stars

In their first game back home after a seven-game road trip, the Edmonton Oilers got blitzed by the Dallas Stars, losing by a score of 8-3 at Rogers Place on Tuesday (Nov.

Trent Frederic News / The Hockey Writers / November 26

Oilers Fans Shouldn’t Give Up on Trent Frederic

There’s been some good and bad in the first quarter of the Edmonton Oilers’ season. As the team hovers around .500, they’re looking for a spark from certain players.

Leon Draisaitl News / Athlon Sports / November 26

Leon Draisaitl Had Words for Oilers' Goalies After Blowout Loss

The Edmonton Oilers endured another heavy loss on Tuesday, dropping an 8–3 matchup to the Dallas Stars that brought back concerns about their defensive play and their goaltending depth.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / November 26

‘I felt bad for both of them tonight’: Connor McDavid defends Oilers’ goalie duo after blowout loss to Stars

The best player in the world is coming to his teammates’ defense after another abysmal performance. The Edmonton Oilers were smacked around by the Dallas Stars at Rogers Place on Tuesday night, losing to their postseason rivals by a final score of 8-3.

Travis Dermott News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 25