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Can the Oilers Finally Secure Their First Division Title Since 1987?

The Connor McDavid era of the Edmonton Oilers seems to be chasing the ghosts of the past Oilers dynasty. They’ve come close to finishing first in the NHL’s Pacific Division the past few seasons, and have made the Stanley Cup Final in 2024 and 2025, but will 2026 finally be their breakthrough?

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Oilers loan Stillman to AHL Condors as Walman, Jarry near return from LTIR

The Edmonton Oilers have loaned defenceman Riley Stillman to the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors, the club announced Saturday. Stillman, 27, was recalled by the team on December 12th, drawing in for four games, most recently Thursday’s against the Winnipeg Jets.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 10

Oilers Hosting Kings for First Time Since Playoff Elimination

The Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings will renew their rivalry at Rogers Place for the first time since the Oilers ended the Kings' season in May. Edmonton eliminated Los Angeles in the first round of the playoffs for the fourth consecutive year, closing out the series with a 6-4 victory in Game 6 on May 1.

NHL News / Oilersnation / January 10

Pre-Scout: Kings renew hostilities with Oilers after handing Jets first win in forever

When the Edmonton Oilers left Winnipeg on Thursday night, the Jets looked demoralized. They’d blown yet another lead and flailed down the stretch of another

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Jack Roslovic News / NHL Trade Talk / January 10

Rumored Raise Pausing Plans by Oilers to Re-Sign Roslovic

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly interested in keeping Jack Roslovic around, but how much that’s going to cost — and whether it’s worth it — has been the subject of conversation over the past couple of days inside media circles.

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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.

Darnell Nurse News / The Oil Rig / January 10

Darnell Nurse’s struggles are immensely worse this season for the Edmonton Oilers

The topic of the state of the defence has been a main topic this season for the Edmonton Oilers. While Mattias Ekholm and Evan Bouchard continue their

Josh Samanski News / The Hockey Writers / January 10

Oilers Prospect Josh Samanski Named to Germany’s Olympic Roster

Of the 134 NHL players that will be competing at the 2026 Olympics in Milan-Cortina, Italy, only two are members of the Edmonton Oilers: centres Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid.

Trent Frederic News / Oilersnation / January 10

The Oilers have one thing left to try with Trent Frederic: killing penalties

Edmonton Oilers one thing left to try with Trent Frederic: killing penalties If Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman had a hot tub time machine,

Connor McDavid News / Field Level Media / January 10

Oilers' Connor McDavid strives to continue torrid pace vs. Kings

Connor McDavid will look to stretch his point streak to a career-high 18 games when the Edmonton Oilers host to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night.

Andrew Mangiapane News / Oilersnation / January 9

Oilers trade rumours: Jets, Sharks, check in on Mangiapane, could the Blue Jackets be a trade partner?

NHL teams continue to kick tires on Oilers’ disgruntled forward Andrew Mangiapane. The Edmonton Oilers scratched Mangiapane for the second straight game on Thursday, a 4-3 comeback win over the Winnipeg Jets. But is a deal imminent?

Quinn Hutson News / The Hockey Writers / January 9

Oilers Should Keep Quinn Hutson in the AHL

Edmonton Oilers’ prospect Quinn Hutson continues to impress. The 24-year-old forward signed a two-year entry-level contract in April out of the NCAA after

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 9

Oilers’ Connor McDavid joins exclusive group with Sidney Crosby, Patrick Kane after latest feat

The Edmonton Oilers have been playing some good hockey this season, as they’re second in the the Pacific Division with a 22-16-6 record. They were able to improve that record with a recent 4-3 win over the Winnipeg Jets, and were led by the strong play of Connor McDavid.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / January 9

Eighth time could be the charm for Oilers’ elusive three-game win streak and a look at McDavid’s ridiculous heater

In the 2023 season, the Edmonton Oilers did it on their first try. In 2024, it also occurred on their first attempt. In 2025, it took them four tries, and tomorrow night against the Los Angeles Kings, the Oilers will go for it on their eighth attempt.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 9

Top Oilers goaltending prospect Samuel Jonsson named to ECHL All-Star Game

This week, top Edmonton Oilers goaltending prospect Samuel Jonsson was named to the ECHL All-Star Game. Jonsson is currently in his first season with the Oilers’ ECHL affiliate, the Fort Wayne Komets.

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Connor Ungar News / The Oil Rig / January 9

Goaltender Connor Ungar has been sensational for AHL Bakersfield

The Edmonton Oilers have been known leaguewide for having a goaltending problem for the past several years. However, that seems to be shifting in the complete opposite direction.

Andrew Mangiapane News / NHL Trade Talk / January 9

Jets and Oilers Still Being Linked in Andrew Mangiapane Trade

Trade chatter around Andrew Mangiapane is starting to heat up, and the Winnipeg Jets are emerging as a team to watch. Elliotte Friedman was the latest to bring up the Jets name again, noting on Friday’s 32 Thoughts podcast that the loss by Winnipeg to Edmonton on Thursday has that team asking serious internal questions.