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Oilers Adding One Deadline Forward Could Feel Like Two Moves

The Edmonton Oilers head into the 2026 NHL trade deadline with an interesting choice to make. On one hand, they have a good problem in that they can be flexible in what they target: they can choose to target a winger or they can choose to target a center.

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Oilers 2026 trade deadline target: Bobby McMann

The Edmonton Oilers have been linked to Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann in recent weeks. About two weeks ago on Oilers Now , Bob Stauffer mentioned the forward, with Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman agreeing that he’d look good on the roster.

Oscar Klefbom News / Oilersnation / February 8

Top 100 Oilers: No. 48 — Oscar Klefbom

Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Oscar Klefbom comes in at No.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 8

Sunday Scramble: Where is your panic meter on the Edmonton Oilers?

Where is your panic meter on the Edmonton Oilers? I joined Oilersnation Everyday with Liam Horrobin on Friday. Tyler was away, hence this long-haired scrub

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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 / Oilersnation / February 8

Rumours swirl about a potential return of Paul Coffey to the Oilers bench

Could there be some adjustments behind the Edmonton Oilers‘ bench in the near future? Some insiders believe that might be the case. Over the past few days,

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 8

Blackhawks Defenseman Could Help Oilers’ Struggling Penalty Kill

The Edmonton Oilers sit 26th in the NHL with a 76.9% penalty killing rate. If the organization is going to go to its third-straight Stanley Cup Final, something has to change with their defense and goaltending.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 8

Oilers’ McDavid skates on top line with Celebrini, Wilson at first Team Canada skate

The first indications of who Connor McDavid will play with at the Olympic Games arrived on Sunday. As Team Canada held their first skate together, the Edmonton Oilers phenom centred the top line with Macklin Celebrini on the left wing and Tom Wilson on the right wing during line rushes.

Travis Dermott News / NHL Trade Talk / February 8

Former Edmonton Oilers Defenseman Signs AHL PTO

The Hartford Wolf Pack added 348 games of NHL experience on Saturday by signing Travis Dermott to an AHL professional tryout agreement. The 2024-25 season was a rough one for Dermott, as he played just 22 games split between the Edmonton Oilers, Minnesota Wild, and the Bakersfield Condors.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 8

16 Years After the Golden Goal, McDavid Living Out Olympic Dream with Crosby

Connor McDavid grew up in Newmarket, Ontario, staring at a Sidney Crosby poster on his bedroom wall the way a lot of Canadian kids did. Crosby was the guy.

Tristan Jarry News / Oilersnation / February 8

Ask Dubey: Did the Oilers make a mistake in trading for Tristan Jarry?

Welcome back to another edition of Ask Dubey! What a week it was around the NHL, as we had a goalie fight in an outdoor game, and the schedule wound down before the Olympic break.

Connor Ungar News / NHL Trade Talk / February 8

The Oilers Have Found a Hidden Gem in Connor Ungar

Whenever the Edmonton Oilers’ goaltending is drawing attention or headlines, it’s often for the wrong reasons, so it has to be nice for the organization and fanbase to watch such a great story play out with undrafted netminder Connor Ungar.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / February 8

Gritty forwards that the Edmonton Oilers should target

When you look at the Edmonton Oilers, they don’t have a lack of talent, they have a lack of size. Looking back at when the Oilers played their best hockey, they had names like Corey Perry and Evander Kane in the lineup—guys that could make a difference on the score sheet in the points column, but also get down and dirty when the game required.

Tristan Jarry News / NHL Trade Talk / February 8

Tristan Jarry Is Looking Surprisingly Like a Former Oilers Goaltender

Edmonton Oilers fans will remember Jack Campbell’s time in Edmonton. What many will recall is that his run with the Oilers didn’t exactly go as planned.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 8

Letters to the Editor: ‘Maybe, just maybe, it is the coaches’ who are the Oilers’ issue

Got your coffee? 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.

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The 'Super Bowl halftime show artists' quiz

The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

The 'Super Bowl XLIX starters' quiz

Jason Arnott News / Oilersnation / February 7

Top 100 Oilers: No. 48 — Jason Arnott

Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Jason Arnott comes in at No.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / February 7

Connor McDavid Could Have a Golden Year in 2026

The 2025-26 season could be the greatest of Connor McDavid’s illustrious career. He’s off to represent Canada at the Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina, Italy, and he is currently the best player on what could be the best team in the world.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 7

The Oilers Lost Their Depth Backbone: It Shows

Every once in a while, a player says something that lands a little too close to the truth. That happened the other day when Leon Draisaitl talked about the Edmonton Oilers’ play slipping, and Elliotte Friedman added his own observation: the bottom six looks like it’s standing around waiting for the top six to make something happen.

Josh Samanski News / Professor Press Box / February 7

Oilers' Josh Samanski: A Young Player Having a Big Year

I have to admit that Josh Samanski is a player I didn’t know much about until recently. When he made the Oilers’ lineup, I took notice. Truth is, the youngster is having a big year.

Glen Sather News / Professor Press Box / February 7

Glen Sather: What Does 'Slats' Mean to the Edmonton Oilers?

When you think of the Edmonton Oilers’ glory days, names like Gretzky, Messier, Coffey, and Fuhr immediately pop into your head. But there’s someone behind the scenes just as important: Glen “Slats” Sather .

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / February 7

Who the Edmonton Oilers should make a 'big swing' at

The 2025–26 season has been pretty up and down for the Edmonton Oilers. The team has struggled to find consistency in their game, looking like a contender some nights and a basement dweller on others.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 7

Are the Edmonton Oilers Still Legit Stanley Cup Contenders?

The NHL has now reached its Olympic break. There are no games from Feb. 6 to 24, allowing for players to compete in men’s hockey at the 2026 Winter Games in Italy.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / Professor Press Box / February 6

Loyalty, Grit & 1,000 Games: Oilers' Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

Every once in a while, it’s worth slowing down and giving a little love to the players who never ask for it. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (RNH) is one of those guys.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / February 5

Leon Draisaitl unloads on struggling Oilers: 'Just not good enough'

After the Edmonton Oilers' third-straight loss, one of their star players couldn't hold back his frustration any longer.

Underwhelming Artemi Panarin return a reminder of power of trade protection

Senators' Tim Stutzle once again sinks Flyers in overtime

Sharks owe it to Macklin Celebrini, future core to buy and make playoffs

George Parros' role in player safety remains stain on NHL

Report: Penn State's Gavin McKenna could face up to 20 years in prison

Leon Draisaitl News / Daily Faceoff / February 4

Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl named Germany’s flagbearer for 2026 Winter Olympics

Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl has been named as one of Germany’s flagbearers for the 2026 Winter Olympic opening ceremony, which is set to take place in Milan, Italy, on Friday.