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Oilers news: Janmark out for rest of season, Samanski loaned to Condors

Amid a less chaotic trade deadline day than many hoped for, there were a few news items around the Edmonton Oilers that slipped under the radar. News of the Oilers’ newest acquisitions, Jason Dickinson, Connor Murphy and Colton Dach suiting up when the puck drops against the Carolina Hurricanes, however, wasn’t one of them.

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Oilers Insider Hints at Potential Offseason Trade for Goalie Prospect

Despite some talk about shoring up the crease via a big swing for Sergei Bobrovsky or Jordan Binnington, the Edmonton Oilers stood pat on trade deadline day and will roll with Tristan Jarry and Connor Ingram for the rest of the 2025–26 season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 6

Deadline prices plummet at the buzzer, leaving some frustration to a reasonable Oilers deadline

Booooooring. The meat of the NHL trade deadline from a pure entertainment standpoint was an unmitigated yawn-fest. As a broadcaster, these are the days you live for.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Significant Deal Oilers Exploring Now Looks Unlikely

As per TSN’s Ryan Rishaug, “Things can change quickly in the final push but sounds like nothing close with the Oilers as of now for an additional move before the deadline.” That includes a potential significant swing that GM Stan Bowman said he would keep an eye on over the final 24 hours of the trade deadline.

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Connor Murphy News / Breakaway on SI / March 6

Connor Murphy Set for Oilers Debut After Trade

Defenseman Connor Murphy is set to make his Edmonton Oilers debut tonight against the Carolina Hurricanes after arriving in Edmonton as part of a two-trade flurry with the Chicago Blackhawks.

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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

Mattias Janmark News / Daily Faceoff / March 6

Oilers’ Mattias Janmark expected back for 2026-27 training camp after undergoing surgery

While the Edmonton Oilers will be without Mattias Janmark for the rest of the 2025-26 season, they can at least anticipate for his return by the start of training camp.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Oilers’ Mattias Janmark Out For Season

Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch told reporters today that winger Mattias Janmark has undergone an undisclosed surgery and will be out for the remainder of the season, including the playoffs (via Tony Brar of Oilers TV).

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 6

Oilers Game Notes: Reinforcements arrive as Edmonton hosts Hurricanes

A few hours after the 1:00 PM MT trade deadline passes on Friday, the Edmonton Oilers will throw their new additions straight into the deep end when the Eastern Conference-leading Carolina Hurricanes visit Rogers Place.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 6

NHL trade rumours: Oilers are still ‘sniffing’ around goalie market

The Edmonton Oilers could be exploring a goalie trade. Sportsnet’s Mark Spector said during a TV segment on Wednesday morning that the Oilers are “sniffing” around the goalie market.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

5 Fun Facts About New Oilers Forward Jason Dickinson

On Wednesday (March 4), the Edmonton Oilers acquired forwards Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for forward Andrew Mangiapane and a conditional first-round selection in the 2027 NHL Draft.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / March 6

Back in history: Four retired Edmonton Oilers that would fit into today’s team

There has been a lot of talk around the Edmonton Oilers recently. Discussions focused on what they need to do to become a legitimate contender again. That leads to questions and solutions.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / March 6

Reviewing the past five Edmonton Oilers trade deadlines

For all of us armchair GMs, the trade deadline is one of the most exciting times of the year. It is when we all congregate online to offer our thoughts and feelings on a team’s direction, who they should be acquiring, and who is on their trade bait board.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Connor Ingram Could Be In Play Before the Trade Deadline

The goaltending market appears to be heating up as we’ve finally reached trade deadline day, and according to former NHL goalie — now insider — Kevin Weekes, an Edmonton Oiler is among those being discussed in trade talks.

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Oilers Still Exploring Goalie Market in Last-Minute Deadline Surprise?

While GM Stan Bowman said he would imagine the team is done, he left the door open to a significant move and said the team will listen and explore options over the next 24 hours (now about 6).

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / March 5

East-leading Canes out to dent Oilers' playoff aspirations

The Carolina Hurricanes will try to contain red-hot Leon Draisaitl when they visit the Edmonton Oilers on Friday night. Edmonton, meanwhile, will have its hands full with Carolina's Nikolaj Ehlers, who has four goals in his past two games, including a hat trick.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Oilers GM Stan Bowman doesn’t expect team to make any more significant trades

One of the certified playoff contenders out west might be done making moves. When speaking to the media on Thursday, Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman stated that he seems willing to stand pat, trying to put together any more deals heading into the trade deadline.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Murphy & Dickinson Are Exactly What the Oilers Need

The Edmonton Oilers made a pair of trades with the Chicago Blackhawks this week ahead of Friday’s NHL trade deadline. They acquired defenceman Connor Murphy

Connor Murphy News / The Oil Rig / March 5

Get to know the newest Edmonton Oiler, Connor Murphy

It was announced on Monday that the Edmonton Oilers officially acquired defenceman Connor Murphy from the Chicago Blackhawks. Edmonton sent a second-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft, while Chicago retained half of Murphy’s salary to help complete the deal.

Darnell Nurse News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Trusted Pundits Suggest Oilers Could Move on From Darnell Nurse

As the Edmonton Oilers plan to try and finally win their first Stanley Cup since 1990, they made two moves to improve their defensive ability, bringing in one of the best defensive defenders in the league in Connor Murphy, as well as one of the strongest defensive forwards in Jason Dickinson.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / March 4

Oilers Quick Hits: Draisaitl, Bouchard & McDavid

If the Edmonton Oilers were looking for a pulse, they found it Tuesday night at Rogers Place. Down 4-2 entering the third period against the Ottawa Senators, Edmonton stormed back for a 5-4 overtime win — the kind of game that reminds you just how dangerous this team can be when it flips the switch.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Rumors / March 4

NHL Rumors: Two Forward Options for the Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers need to move out Andrew Mangiapane’s money to add a top-nine forward. Could they be eyeing the Maple Leafs? TSN: Andrew Mangiapane has another year left on his contract at $3.6 million, and it’s likely going to cost the Edmonton Oilers if they want to move him, according to Pierre LeBrun.