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Oilers Using Mike Babcock Hire to Hide the Real McDavid Story in Edmonton, Insider Suggests

Did the Edmonton Oilers have a grand scheme in play when they hired new head coach Mike Babcock? Bryan Hayes of TSN seems to think so, suggesting in a recent interview that this hire wasn’t just about getting a good coach.

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Oilers Would You Do It: Blockbuster Trade Lands Jared McCann

With the Edmonton Oilers still having room to strengthen their forward group, a deal with the Seattle Kraken could provide exactly the kind of win-now addition general manager Stan Bowman might be looking for.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 22

From Edmonton Oilers to NHL GMs: An unexpected front-office pipeline

Former Edmonton Oilers are scattered throughout professional hockey from the NHL to leagues elsewhere in North America and overseas. Others have moved behind the bench, into broadcasting, or into front offices.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 22

Oilers Name Bouchard and Hyman as New Alternate Captains

The Edmonton Oilers have announced their leadership group for the upcoming 2026-27 season, and it features two new members. Defenceman Evan Bouchard and forward Zach Hyman have both been named alternate captains, joining Leon Draisaitl and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins in wearing an “A”, while Connor McDavid will continue to serve as Edmonton’s captain.

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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?"

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 22

Will Oilers fans put a new player in the doghouse?

Fans have a right to their opinion, and those who back the Edmonton Oilers are a passionate group. Will some fans put a new player in the doghouse this year?

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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.

Kris Knoblauch News / The Hockey Writers / September 22

Oilers leaders keep taking subtle shots at Kris Knoblauch

Seemingly nobody was surprised to see the Edmonton Oilers to fire Kris Knoblauch shortly after their 2025-26 season came to an end. Despite leading the team to the Stanley Cup Final in each of his first two seasons with the organization, things felt stale for some time last year, and it was clear players were getting frustrated.

Evan Bouchard News / Oil on Whyte / September 21

Evan Bouchard's offensive outburst suggests he might hit new heights

The Edmonton Oilers lit up the Winnipeg Jets in preseason action this weekend, and a peek at the box score suggests there's one Oiler who is planning on hitting the 2026-27 ice surface at full speed.

Dylan Larkin News / Oil on Whyte / September 21

Dylan Larkin could be the solution to the Edmonton Oilers problems

The Dylan Larkin trade saga might be on the backburner for the moment, but there is still considerable intrigue around him and the Detroit Red Wings franchise as the regular season approaches.

Ryan Shea News / Oilersnation / September 21

Ryan Shea’s strong Oilers debut, in sync with the top unit, comes as no surprise

Doesn’t it feel good to watch Edmonton Oilers hockey again, even if it’s only pre-season? In Saturday’s 5-2 pre-season win over the Winnipeg Jets, Oilers’ off-season addition Ryan Shea made a big impact on the blue line, recording three points and earning the game’s first-star honours.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 21

Mike Babcock praises Colton Dach as Oilers test him at centre

Colton Dach has one man in his corner — coach Mike Babcock. There were inklings in the summer that Dach could be tried at centre, and in the Edmonton Oilers‘ first pre-season game on Saturday night, that came to fruition.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / September 21

'We’ll Be Better': Babcock Calls Out Oilers Practice, McDavid Responds

“Obviously, the standard’s high around here,” responded Connor McDavid when asked for his thoughts after Edmonton Oilers head coach said Monday’s practice wasn’t very good.

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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 22

‘He taught us how to work’: Sean Avery endorses Oilers hiring Mike Babcock

The Mike Babcock era officially began in Edmonton. Hopefully it’s a sign of what to expect from the Oilers this season, as they beat the Winnipeg Jets 5-2. Evan Bouchard led the way with four assists, while Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and Ryan Shea each had multi-point nights.

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / September 21

Hellebuyck Open to Oilers Trade — Should Edmonton Explore It?

Connor Hellebuyck‘s future with the Winnipeg Jets continues to generate speculation, and the Edmonton Oilers may have just been handed an intriguing opportunity.

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Alex Formenton News / The Hockey Writers / September 21

Alex Formenton Impresses in First Oilers Preseason Game

Alex Formenton entered his first preseason game with the Edmonton Oilers facing a major question: after more than four years away from the NHL, would the speed that once made him a dangerous player still translate?

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 22

Insider reveals two teams Oilers beat out for Alex Formenton

The Edmonton Oilers’ signing of Alex Formenton has drawn, and continues to draw, plenty of scrutiny around the hockey world and from their own fanbase.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / September 21

New pre-season rules, schedule quirks, Evan Bouchard and more…

I’m a massive fan of the quick, four-game pre-season. It started this past Saturday and wraps up this coming Saturday. Realistically, there are usually one or two jobs open on most NHL teams.

Isaac Howard News / Oilersnation / September 21

Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 1: Isaac Howard

Welcome to Daily Faceoff Edmonton’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. We have now reached the top of the pipeline, and, to no one’s surprise, Isaac Howard is currently the Edmonton Oilers’ top prospect.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 21

The Matt Savoie injury brings a key opportunity for Isaac Howard

Edmonton Oilers forward Matt Savoie is injured and will miss training camp. With him likely beginning the year a step behind everyone, this opens the door for another young Oilers forward.

Paul Fischer News / Oil on Whyte / September 21

Oilers 2026-27 top 10 prospects, No. 7: Paul Fischer continues steady development

Following the Edmonton Oilers eighth ranked prospect, Asher Barnett is another left-handed NCAA defenceman at seventh; Paul Fischer. Fischer was originally drafted by the St.

Michael Bunting News / Oil on Whyte / September 20

Michael Bunting could be the Oilers' missing piece

Mike Babcock's Edmonton Oilers will be defined by their ability to play four-line, two-way hockey, as well as their ability to defend effectively. If that is truly the mentality going forward, then the Oilers need to bring Michael Bunting into the fold.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 20

Sunday Scramble: McDavid and Draisaitl ‘must do things right’, and the Babcock Honeymoon

From the quick burst of training camp to a home game days later, Edmonton Oilers fans got to see the familiar and new faces on Saturday night, while Mike Babcock stood on the pine to gather real, in-game information.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 21

Connor McDavid isn’t giving Mike Babcock a free pass

Connor McDavid isn’t planning to interfere with Mike Babcock’s coaching style, but the Edmonton Oilers captain made it clear there are limits to how much the players will simply stand back and let their coach operate without intervention.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 20

Oilers Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Training Camp & Preseason Continue

The NHL season is officially here, and so is the week ahead series for the Edmonton Oilers. This article will look at the Oilers’ upcoming schedule and the storylines to follow through the preseason as we inch closer to the Sept.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 19

Salary Cap Deep Dive: Edmonton Oilers

Navigating the salary cap is one of the most important tasks for a front office. Teams that can avoid total cap chaos by walking the tightrope of inking players to deals that match their value (or compensate for future value without breaking the bank) remain successful. Those who don’t often see struggles and front office changes.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 19

Connor McDavid reveals Edmonton Oilers leadership will 'step in' if Mike Babcock goes too far

The Edmonton Oilers will be opening the 2026–27 season under Mike Babcock—the first time he has been behind an NHL bench for a regular season game since he was fired by the Toronto Maple Leafs in November 2019.