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Draisaitl Offers Up an Uneasy Dose of Reality for Oilers Fans

After Friday’s full-roster practice, Leon Draisaitl was asked about preparing for opening night of the 2026-27 season and how much more work the team might need to do to feel ready.

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Isaac Howard leads ‘outmatched’ Oilers to victory over the Canucks

Hard work has been the prevailing theme for the Edmonton Oilers throughout training camp this fall. The pace in practice. The aggressive penalty killing.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 25

Oilers reassign 15 players to trim training camp roster

The Edmonton Oilers are close to finalizing their roster. On Friday morning, the Oilers sent down most of their minor-league roster that remained with the big club after a 2-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks the night before.

Ethan Bear News / Oil on Whyte / September 25

Former Oilers defenceman named to Hamilton's training camp roster

A former Edmonton Oilers defenceman will be part of a historic season in Hamilton. Ethan Bear, who was drafted by the Oilers in the 2015 NHL Draft, was recently named to the Hamilton Hammers' inaugural training camp roster.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 25

A look at players the Oilers could potentially claim on NHL waivers

With NHL training camps coming to a close, it is time to examine which players may be placed on waivers with the hope that their club can sneak them through and store them on the farm, or develop them further.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / September 25

Did Isaac Howard Answer Mike Babcock's Question?

Sometimes a young player doesn't need to score three goals to get your attention. One goal and one assist will do. That's what Isaac Howard gave the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night in Vancouver.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 25

Tristan Jarry steady, Isaac Howard scores, and only one more Oilers tune-up game until show time

The Bakersfield Condors Edmonton Oilers were in Vancouver on Thursday to square off against the Canucks in their third of four tune-up games of the pre-season.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 25

Edmonton Oilers prospects roundup: New season equals new prospects to watch

With the 2026–27 NHL preseason underway, that means another NHL season is just around the corner. With a new season comes new prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system as they add five new prospects from the 2026 NHL draft.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 25

Oilers trending in right direction with strong penultimate pre-season win

The pre-season rosters iced by the Edmonton Oilers and Vancouver Canucks were very different on Thursday night. For Edmonton, it was a lineup largely made up of players set to play for their American Hockey League affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors.

NHL News / Oilersnation / September 25

Instant Reaction: AHL Oilers handle NHL Canucks in 2-1 pre-season win

Another day, another 2-1 victory for the Edmonton Oilers. Taking on the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday evening for the third of four pre-season games, the Oilers managed to defeat their Pacific Division rivals 2-1 to move to 3-0-0 this pre-season.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 24

Oilers’ goaltending tandem ranks 25th in Daily Faceoff pre-season rankings

The Edmonton Oilers’ goaltending situation appears to be an area of concern once again. Prior to the start of the 2026-27 NHL season, Daily Faceoff released a ranking for all 32 teams’ goalie tandems.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / September 24

Oilers’ Hyman invites Messier to visit team after comments about Babcock

The Edmonton Oilers just can’t seem to avoid drama these days. After Mark Messier spoke on the Oilers’ hiring of head coach Mike Babcock and how “horrified” he was of the situation on Wednesday, Oilers winger Zach Hyman has responded on behalf of the team, inviting the former franchise legend to visit the team and see the environment for himself.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 24

Oilers respond to Messier’s comments: ‘He’s more than welcome to come here’

Mike Babcock turned the other cheek on Thursday. Yesterday, former Edmonton Oilers captain and hockey great Mark Messier said he was “absolutely shocked” by the Babcock hiring, adding that he was “horrified” by the entire hiring process.

NHL News / Oilersnation / September 24

Three players to watch in tonight’s Oilers vs. Canucks pre-season game

The second-to-last pre-season tune-up for the Edmonton Oilers is set for tonight as they head west and visit the Vancouver Canucks. For a few players, it might be their last chance to make their mark.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 24

Messier’s Comments on Oilers’ Leadership Group Are Wildly Hypocritical

If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all. That is what Mark Messier first said on Wednesday when asked about the Edmonton Oilers’ decision to hire Mike Babcock this offseason.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 24

Is Messier Wrong? Oilers CEO Defended Letting Players Help Hire Babcock

Mark Messier’s comments about the Edmonton Oilers and their decision not just to hire Mike Babcock as coach but to let the leadership group lead the charge caught a lot of attention on Wednesday.

Matthew Savoie News / The Oil Rig / September 24

Edmonton Oilers will pay big for Matthew Savoie’s next contract

The Edmonton Oilers are at a very critical juncture of franchise history. Connor McDavid has two more guaranteed seasons under contract, Mike Babcock has been hired as head coach, and the need to capture the team’s sixth Stanley Cup has never been more pressing.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 24

Biznasty Predicts a Maple Leafs–Oilers Stanley Cup Final. Could It Happen?

Paul Bissonnette has made a prediction that would put Canadian hockey at the centre of the sports world: an Edmonton Oilers–Toronto Maple Leafs Stanley Cup Final.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 24

Oilers Legend Messier ‘Horrified’ by Team’s Decision to Hire Babcock

Edmonton Oilers legend Mark Messier caused a stir on Wednesday (Sept. 23), saying he was “shocked” and “horrified” by his former team’s controversial decision to bring in Mike Babcock as head coach.

Connor Murphy News / Oilersnation / September 24

Oilers bold predictions: Connor Murphy sets three new career-highs

Connor Murphy played in his first pre-season game against the Winnipeg Jets last night, leading the Edmonton Oilers in ice time with 23:09, while throwing two hits, blocking five shots, and preventing the Jets from getting on the scoresheet while he was on the ice.

Samuel Jonsson News / Oil on Whyte / September 24

Oilers 2026-27 top 10 prospects, No. 6: Samuel Jonsson looks to prove he's the future

The first goalie on our top 10 prospect list so far at Oil on Whyte with Samuel Jonsson at the No. 6 spot. The 22 year old Swedish netminder is slated to enter his second season in North America despite conflicting reports that suggested he may be leaving to return to his home country over the summer.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / September 23

Mark Messier torches Oilers for controversial Mike Babcock hiring

As part of their desperate desire to win a Stanley Cup with Connor McDavid, the Edmonton Oilers have made a lot of controversial decisions over the past few years.

Brady Tkachuk expected to play in season opener despite status

Pete DeBoer expects Matthew Schaefer to be future captain of Islanders

Rangers' Adam Sykora out multiple months with lower-body injury

Three NHL defensemen poised for a breakout season

10 best value contracts for 2026-27