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Oilers receiving interest in Troy Stecher

It appears that one of the possibilities to be dealt is defenseman Troy Stecher.

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Oilers Defenseman Drawing Trade Interest Amid Slow Start: Report

The Edmonton Oilers started the 2025-26 NHL season with a record of 6-4-3, currently positioning themselves in second place in the Pacific Division with 15 points after 13 games.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 2

Oilers prepare for Blues believing some of their issues are 'solved'

After winning the Western Conference for the second straight year, the Edmonton Oilers revamped their supporting cast while preparing for another run at the Stanley Cup.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 2

Oilers Trying to Find 'Soft Landing' Trade For Popular Defenseman

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly looking to move veteran defenseman Troy Stecher, with Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman noting the team is seeking a “soft landing” for the popular blueliner.

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The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 80 points in the 2024-25 NHL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The 'Active 40-goal NHL season leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 2

Oilers Rumours: Troy Stecher and Stuart Skinner both options to be traded

Baseball season is over, trees are bare of leaves, and that means hockey season is in full swing. It’s been a mediocre start to the season for the Edmonton Oilers, whose win over the Chicago Blackhawks Saturday night moved them to 6-4-3 on the season through their first 13 games.

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.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / November 2

‘We know what that feels like’: Connor McDavid gutted as Blue Jays drop Game 7 of World Series during Oilers game

Another sport rarely takes precedence over hockey on a Saturday night in Canada, but that was the case on November 1 as the Blue Jays faced the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the World Series.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 2

How skills coach Ned Lukacevic helped Oilers’ Vasily Podkolzin work on his game this summer

Before the 2025-26 campaign began, I wrote about what a successful season could look like for Vasily Podkolzin. I mentioned that success for him would include being a leader in hits on the Edmonton Oilers — which he currently is with 46 hits — and also surpassing the 30-point plateau.

Edmonton Oilers News / Inside The Rink / November 3

Edmonton Oilers Post-Game Thoughts

Saturday night, on Hockey Night In Canada, the Edmonton Oilers capped off a three game homestand against the Chicago Blackhawks. They were looking for a bounce-back game after letting Thursday night’s game against the New York Rangers slip away from them in the third period.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / The Oil Rig / November 2

Examining Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ role in the Edmonton Oilers going forward

Of the individuals off to a great start to the season, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is among the brighter spots of the Oilers’ lineup. It has been a bit of a roller coaster for Nugent-Hopkins the past few seasons.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 2

McDavid Fires Back After Media Criticism of Bouchard

“You guys can say what you want about him. We love him in there. We know his best is among the very, very, very best.” That was Connor McDavid to the media after Saturday’s overtime win, where defenseman Evan Bouchard scored the game-winner.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 2

Edmonton Oilers’ Top 5 NHL Drafts of All-Time

Over the years, the Edmonton Oilers have enjoyed their share of fortune and disappointment at the NHL Draft. At some drafts, they have had tremendous luck, selecting promising players who would be enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / November 2

Bouchard bounces back, but Oilers know they need to get better

The pitchforks have been out this season for Evan Bouchard. The mistakes have mounted, and it all came to a head Thursday night against the New York Rangers.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 2

Oilers’ Connor McDavid Defends Evan Bouchard After Win Over Blackhawks

The Edmonton Oilers have had a decent start to the season and finally seem to be figuring some things out as they aim to win their first Stanley Cup since 1990.

Evan Bouchard News / Field Level Media / November 2

Evan Bouchard's OT goal pushes Oilers past Blackhawks

Evan Bouchard scored at 2:43 of overtime to lift the Edmonton Oilers to a 3-2 win against the visiting Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday night. Spencer Knight made a save on a one-timer by Bouchard, but he scored the rebound to give Edmonton the win.