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Letters to the Editor: The Oilers don’t need to trade for a third-line centre because Knoblauch won’t play them

It’s time to dig into this week’s Letters to the Editor. Want to join in the fun? Details about how to reach out are at the bottom of the article. Seeing lots of chatter of how this team needs to get a legit third-line centre and that’ll really bring it together… a completely foolish sentiment, really.

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Sunday Scramble: The zig-zag Oilers get blown-out and Jarry vs. Skinner debate

As soon as some of my colleagues and fellow fans uttered the phrase, “ Is this the best Edmonton Oilers goaltending since… ” Tristan Jarry has looked suspicious.

Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / February 1

Analysts Reveal the Hidden Power That Makes Draisaitl Unstoppable

There are strong players in the NHL, and then there are players whose strength changes the logic of the game. The Edmonton Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl belongs firmly in the second category.

Detroit Red Wings News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / February 1

Two NHL players placed on waivers on Feb. 1

A couple of players have hit the wire, including a notable name in Northern Alberta. On Sunday, the Edmonton Oilers placed goaltender Calvin Pickard on waivers, as did the Calgary Flames with forward Justin Kirkland, as the two players are available to the rest of the NHL.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 1

Oilers place goaltender Calvin Pickard on NHL waivers

The Edmonton Oilers have made a decision in the goaltending department, placing netminder Calvin Pickard on NHL waivers Sunday, the club announced. Pickard, 33, found himself as the Oilers’ third-goaltender in recent weeks when Tristan Jarry returned from injury.

Calvin Pickard News / NHL Trade Talk / February 1

Oilers Place Goaltender Calvin Pickard on Waivers

The Edmonton Oilers have placed goaltender Calvin Pickard on waivers. The veteran backup was stuck in a three-goalie situation and not playing. As a result, the Oilers are taking their chances that Pickard will clear and can be assigned to the Bakersfield Condors of the AHL.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 1

Edmonton Oilers Place Calvin Pickard On Waivers

The Edmonton Oilers announced today that netminder Calvin Pickard has been placed on waivers, presumably for the purposes of reassignment to the team’s AHL affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors.

Andrew Mangiapane News / Oilersnation / February 1

What has gone wrong with the Andrew Mangiapane experiment in Edmonton?

Multiple top-nine forwards left the Edmonton Oilers organization this past summer, with names such as Connor Brown, Corey Perry, Viktor Arvidsson, Jeff Skinner, and more.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 1

Tristan Jarry Calls on Oilers to Be Better in Front of Him

The roller-coaster ride that is the Tristan Jarry experience has been in full swing during his short time as an Edmonton Oiler. He opened with three solid games after being acquired, then missed nearly a month with a lower-body injury.

Andrew Mangiapane News / NHL Trade Talk / February 1

Insider Reveals Three Teams Showing Interest in Andrew Mangiapane

Andrew Mangiapane’s name is coming up again more frequently in trade speculation, but according to NHL insider Pierre LeBrun, moving the struggling winger may be more complicated than expected.

NHL News / Oilersnation / February 1

Wild outclass Oilers and sweep season series

It’s becoming increasingly clear that the class of the Western Conference resides in the Central Division. The Minnesota Wild took care of business in Edmonton on Saturday night, handling the Oilers in a 7-3 win and completing a regular-season sweep in the process.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 1

Leon Draisaitl ties Mark Messier on Oilers’ all-time scorers list, mistake-filled loss to Wild, and Tristan Jarry

Was anyone else not surprised that it took an all-world comeback for the Oilers to finally win their third game in a row? This team is ridiculous, and it only made sense for them to get the monkey off their back in the most impossible way imaginable.

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The 'Super Bowl host cities' quiz

The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz

The '14-win NFL quarterbacks' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 1

Oilers Would Be Making Mistake Signing Roslovic to Rumoured Extension

Despite a 22-goal season with the Carolina Hurricanes in 2024-25, Jack Roslovic struggled to get the contract he was in search of last summer. The 29-year-old had interest from a number of teams, but was holding out in hopes of landing a deal with more term than what he was being offered.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 1

Oilers’ Franchise Has Come A Long Way Financially

Edmonton Oilers fans, you have even more of a reason to brag about your team. Forbes.com just released its list of the most profitable sports teams in 2026, and the Oilers are tied for third with an operating income of $244 million and a value of $3.2 billion.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 1

Oilers’ Jarry, Knoblauch displeased with defensive effort against Wild: ‘We could get another save’

Squaring up with the Minnesota Wild has never been an easy task for the Edmonton Oilers. Such was the case on Saturday night, as they erased a 2-1 deficit to beat the Oilers 7-3, now improving to 10-4 at Rogers Place since it opened a decade ago.

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / January 31

‘I Wanted to Quit’: Connor McDavid Speaks Out on Serious Injury in New Post

Connor McDavid continues to lead the Edmonton Oilers through another strong season. However, he recently reflected on one of the most difficult moments of his career. In a recent Instagram video promoting BodyArmor, McDavid spoke openly about the knee injury that challenged him both physically and mentally.

Zach Hyman News / Professor Press Box / January 31

Oilers’ Zach Hyman Thrives With 97 Feeding Him Pucks

Zach Hyman’s been turning heads lately, and it’s not just because he has a nose for the net. There’s no denying that having Connor McDavid on your line makes life a lot easier—but Hyman’s recent stretch shows it’s about more than just riding shotgun with a generational talent.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 31

Oilers Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Wild Behind Red-Hot Defense

The Edmonton Oilers finally can stop talking about something that haunted them all season. After coming close on numerous occasions throughout the campaign, the team secured its first three-game winning streak Thursday night with a dramatic comeback victory.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 31

Oilers in search of better starts, beginning with matchup vs. Wild

The Edmonton Oilers will look to get off to a better start Saturday night when they host the Minnesota Wild. Edmonton erased a 3-0 deficit and scored four unanswered goals to top the visiting San Jose Sharks 4-3 in overtime on Thursday.

Jacob Perreault News / Inside The Rink / January 30

AHL: Providence Bruins Recall Jacob Perreault

The Providence Bruins are off tonight as they face the Charlotte Checkers tomorrow and Sunday with puck drop tomorrow set for 4:00 PM EST. The Maine Mariners will face the Adirondack Thunder this weekend for a crucial three games.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 31

Respect was earned from Macklin Celebrini's attempted penalty decline

Ekholm protested the errant call, but so did … Celebrini himself?

Sharks place Vincent Iorio on waivers

25 current NHL players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 30

Oilers’ Best Trade Target at Each Forward Position

What is the Edmonton Oilers’ biggest need before the March 6 trade deadline? Is it an upgrade in goal? Is it a depth defenceman? Is it a top-nine forward like they have been rumoured to be looking for?

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / January 30

NHL Insiders Question Oilers’ Bottom Six in Latest Rankings

The Edmonton Oilers have had a strong 2025–26 season so far, posting a 28-19-8 record and leading the Pacific Division. Their offense remains one of the most dangerous in the NHL, with Connor McDavid driving scoring and playmaking.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / January 30

Zach Hyman 2.0? Elliotte Friedman calls Alberta’s Bobby McMann perfect fit for Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers’ search for scoring depth may lead them back to a familiar fishing pond, well, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and this time the target could be an Alberta native who checks all the boxes that made Zach Hyman such a successful acquisition.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / January 27