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Getting to know Edmonton Oilers newest signing Tomáš Cibulka

Getting to know Edmonton Oilers newest signing Tomáš Cibulka

With a lack of draft capital, the Edmonton Oilers are looking overseas once again. This time, they signed Czech defenceman Tomáš Cibulka to a two-year entry-level contract that starts in 2026-27.

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27
Evan Bouchard: Finally Getting the Norris Trophy Love He Deserves

Evan Bouchard: Finally Getting the Norris Trophy Love He Deserves

It won’t be long before members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association (PHWA) start voting on the NHL’s most notable trophy candidates. Among the more fascinating races is the one for the James Norris Memorial Trophy.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 27
Oilers home performances need to improve for legitimate playoff push

Oilers home performances need to improve for legitimate playoff push

Keeping in mind the quality of opponent, quality of play, and the context of the game, what do you think is the best Edmonton Oilers home win of the season?  Take a minute to think about it.  It’s easy to figure out the big home-ice disappointments.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 27
Flashback Friday: Looking at when the Oilers last won their division in 1986-87

Flashback Friday: Looking at when the Oilers last won their division in 1986-87

The Edmonton Oilers’ chances at finishing first in the Pacific Division hinge on Saturday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. As it stands, the Oilers are five points behind the Ducks with one additional game played.

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The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27
Bouchard’s OT Winner Might Be a Warning Shot for Vegas

Bouchard’s OT Winner Might Be a Warning Shot for Vegas

If you’re wondering what an Oilers vs Golden Knights playoff series might feel like, last night was a solid preview. Evan Bouchard finished it in OT after a clean faceoff win, and you could almost sense the whole arena change its energy the second the puck went in.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

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

Connor Ingram News / Oilersnation / March 27
Oilers and Golden Knights get spicy, penalty kill perfection, and some love for Connor Ingram

Oilers and Golden Knights get spicy, penalty kill perfection, and some love for Connor Ingram

I know we’re still a few weeks away from the playoffs starting, but it’s hard not to think that last night’s game between the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena was pretty damned close.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / March 27
Edmonton Oilers sign defender Tomáš Cibulka to two-year entry-level contract

Edmonton Oilers sign defender Tomáš Cibulka to two-year entry-level contract

Within this competitive window, the Edmonton Oilers have had next to no draft capital, and what they have had is late round picks. Despite that, the Oilers have been able to maintain a somewhat promising prospect pool by looking in different areas.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 27
Oilers sign Tomas Cibulka to entry-level contract

Oilers sign Tomas Cibulka to entry-level contract

A former junior star has inked his first pro contract in North America. On Friday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that the team has signed defenseman Tomas Cibulka to a two-year, entry-level contract.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 27
Oilers sign Czech defenceman Tomáš Cibulka to two-year entry-level contract

Oilers sign Czech defenceman Tomáš Cibulka to two-year entry-level contract

The Edmonton Oilers signed a left-shooting European defenceman for next season on Friday morning, perhaps signalling another wave of free agent signings

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 27
Oilers Sign Tomas Cibulka To Entry-Level Deal

Oilers Sign Tomas Cibulka To Entry-Level Deal

The Oilers announced Friday that they’ve signed undrafted free agent defenseman Tomas Cibulka to an entry-level deal beginning next season. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27
Evan Bouchard for Norris? Analyst Pushes Back on His Critics

Evan Bouchard for Norris? Analyst Pushes Back on His Critics

Evan Bouchard’s amazing 2025-26 season continued on Thursday night in a massive divisional clash with the Vegas Golden Knights. He picked up another two points (one goal, one assist), including the overtime game-winner, thanks to a snipe over the blocker of Adin Hill.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 27
Oilers keep pace with Ducks, gain point on Vegas with OT win

Oilers keep pace with Ducks, gain point on Vegas with OT win

The Oilers completed a sweep of their two-game road trip on Thursday, taking down the Golden Knights 4-3 in overtime. Following a commanding win over the Mammoth in Utah earlier this week, Edmonton handed Vegas its fifth loss in six games and moved two points clear of a potential first-round opponent in the Pacific Division standings.

NHL News / The Oil Rig / March 27

Edmonton Oilers AGM Bill Scott a candidate for Nashville Predators GM job

The Edmonton Oilers are in the homestretch of a very unimpressive regular season, yet they’re on track to secure home ice in the first round. With so many narratives and up-and-down play, this season has been a weird one for the Oilers, and thankfully they’ve been playing much better hockey as of late.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 27
4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-3 Overtime Win Over Golden Knights

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-3 Overtime Win Over Golden Knights

Evan Bouchard scored in overtime to lift the Edmonton Oilers to a huge 4-3 win over the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena on Thursday (March 26). The Oilers also got one goal apiece from Zach Hyman, Connor McDavid and Matt Savoie.

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 The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz
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 The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz
 The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz
The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 27
Top 100 Oilers: No. 41 — Mattias Ekholm

Top 100 Oilers: No. 41 — Mattias Ekholm

Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Mattias Ekholm comes in at No.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / March 27
Oilers edge Knights in OT after Connor McDavid hits assists milestone

Oilers edge Knights in OT after Connor McDavid hits assists milestone

Evan Bouchard scored 3:10 into overtime and Connor McDavid had a goal and two assists as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 on Thursday night in Las Vegas.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / March 27
Bouchard’s 20th goal of the season gives Oilers 4-3 OT win over Golden Knights: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

Bouchard’s 20th goal of the season gives Oilers 4-3 OT win over Golden Knights: Recap, Reaction and Highlights

That may just be the biggest win of the season. On Thursday evening, the Edmonton Oilers took on the Vegas Golden Knights in what could be a first-round matchup.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 27
Oilers' Connor McDavid becomes third-fastest player to record 800 assists

Oilers' Connor McDavid becomes third-fastest player to record 800 assists

Connor McDavid recorded his 800th career NHL assist.

Analyst downplays buzz around Connor McDavid summer trade request
The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz
Leon Draisaitl News / NHL Trade Talk / March 26
Optimism around when Leon Draisaitl could return from injury?

Optimism around when Leon Draisaitl could return from injury?

There have been a lot of conflicting reports and rumors around Leon Draisaitl’s injury and his timeline for returning to the Edmonton Oilers lineup. 

Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal
Sidney Crosby leaves Penguins' win with another lower-body injury
Erik Karlsson is playing like the superstar the Penguins always expected him to be
Senators having horrible injury luck at the worst time
Zach Werenski has emerged as the favorite for the Norris Trophy
The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 26
Oilers’ 4 Biggest Remaining Games of 2025-26 Season

Oilers’ 4 Biggest Remaining Games of 2025-26 Season

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers now have just 10 games remaining on their 2025-26 regular season schedule, and they remain in a tight battle for playoff berths.

Kris Knoblauch News / Daily Faceoff / March 25
Oilers HC Kris Knoblauch may be on the hot seat in Edmonton

Oilers HC Kris Knoblauch may be on the hot seat in Edmonton

It has been a tumultuous year for the Edmonton Oilers, who appear poised to back into a playoff spot thanks to a brutal down year for the entire Pacific Division, rather than because of their own strong performance.

Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal
The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz
Calvin Pickard News / The Hockey Writers / March 25
The Oilers should call up Calvin Pickard

The Oilers should call up Calvin Pickard

Although the Edmonton Oilers are just 6-4-1 over their last 10 games, it’s fair to say they’ve been getting some solid goaltending from Connor Ingram. He has handled the brunt of the work in net over the past couple weeks.

Leon Draisaitl News / Yardbarker / March 24
Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal

Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal

Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid is making a push for yet another scoring title this season, but before he gets there he reached another big career milestone for himself on Tuesday night.

Maple Leafs expected to make significant changes in offseason
Maple Leafs collect rare win as Matthew Knies strikes twice vs. Bruins
Lightning score five unanswered goals to sink Wild
Panthers edge Kraken in shootout in Paul Maurice's 2,000th game
Penguins' Evgeni Malkin out day-to-day with upper-body injury
James Hamblin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 24
Oilers Recall James Hamblin On Emergency Basis

Oilers Recall James Hamblin On Emergency Basis

Set to take on Utah tonight, the Edmonton Oilers announced that James Hamblin has been recalled from the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors on an emergency basis.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 22
Oilers should take Connor McDavid's harsh comments seriously

Oilers should take Connor McDavid's harsh comments seriously

The Edmonton Oilers are almost certainly going to the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season, but that is not where the expectation sits with this team.

Oilers’ McDavid calls Pacific Division race ‘a pillow fight’
Nikita Kucherov scores twice to carry Lightning past Oilers
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin joins Wayne Gretzky in another exclusive club in loss to Avalanche
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

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