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Oilers Could Make Surprising Cuts as Deadline for Roster Looms

With opening night around the corner, one analyst asked which players from the Edmonton Oilers should be cut before the first game of the season on October 8th.

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Oilers aren’t entertaining idea of McDavid leaving organization: ‘We’re focused on right now’

We’re less than one week away from the Edmonton Oilers starting their regular season, and Connor McDavid doesn’t have a contract extension signed. Next Wednesday’s season-opener is significant, as after it, there are few hard dates either side could enforce in terms of getting an extension done for the pending unrestricted free agent.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 2

Edmonton Oilers cut training camp roster, 8 players sent down

The Edmonton Oilers announced today that they have placed Cam Dineen and Riley Stillman on waivers to be sent to the Bakersfield Condors. They will join Connor Clattenburg, James Hamblin, Viljami Marjala, Josh Samanski, Quinn Hutson, and Atro Leppanen.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 2

Oilers place two defenders on waivers as team approaches start of regular season

A couple of players are seemingly on their way to the minors. On Thursday, the Edmonton Oilers placed defencemen Cam Dineen and Riley Stillman on waivers.

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The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

In NHL history, 52 players have reached the 1,200-point plateau over the course of their careers. How many of the 52 can you name in six minutes?

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 2

Oilers Catch a Break With Clarified LTIR Rules Ahead of Opening Night

The Edmonton Oilers — and NHL teams in general — received a timely clarification on the league’s new “no paper loans” rule, which requires a player to play at least one AHL game before being recalled.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 2

Pros & Cons of the Oilers Keeping McDavid & Draisaitl Playing on the Same Line

With all the change to the Edmonton Oilers’ forward group for this season, there will likely be some new line combinations. Watching the preseason however, there are some familiar faces that seem to be sticking together.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / October 2

NHL insider reaffirms McDavid is holding out on extension with Oilers to ensure winning culture in Edmonton

Earlier this week, the Minnesota Wild signed Kirill Kaprizov to a record-setting eight-year, $136 million contract, carrying an average annual value of $17 million.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 2

Oilers Goaltending Plan Now Obvious After Ingram Trade

The Edmonton Oilers added Connor Ingram on Wednesday in a trade with the Utah Mammoth. The deal, which was a savvy one by GM Stan Bowman, clears up any questions about what the Oilers are planning to do with their goaltending this season.

Darnell Nurse News / Oilersnation / October 2

What can the Oilers expect from Darnell Nurse this season?

Ten years into his Edmonton Oilers career, Darnell Nurse remains one of the most highly-criticized players in franchise history. His $9.25 million extension signed in 2021 paid him like a number one defenceman, but he’s since settled into more of a second-pairing role.

Connor McDavid News / The Oil Rig / October 2

'Not even close to reality': Connor McDavid dismisses Oilers’ heartbroken tag

Connor McDavid made it clear this week that he doesn’t buy into the idea that the Edmonton Oilers are defined by heartbreak. In a sit-down feature on TSN with teammate Zach Hyman, the Oilers captain reflected on the past two seasons where Edmonton came within reach of the Stanley Cup but ultimately fell short.

Edmonton Oilers News / Sporting News / October 2

Trade pitch has Oilers correcting last offseason's biggest mistake

Caleb Kerney of Heavy Sports is proposing a trade for the Edmonton Oilers to re-acquire an emerging star winger.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 2

‘When he’s locked in, he’s one of the best’: Fans discuss new goalie acquired by Oilers

It’s the news Oilers fans have been eagerly awaiting all off-season: a goalie trade. Perhaps it’s not the biggest announcement they’ve been hoping for; however, over the past few months, fans have been clamouring for the organization to bring in a new goaltender.

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The 'Active multiple 140-receiving-yard games' quiz

The 'Last 100-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

The 'Active 30-homer MLB seasons leaders' quiz

The '2023 NFL starting quarterbacks' quiz

NHL News / Oilersnation / October 2

Pre-season slog nearing its end as Oilers fall to Kraken

There’s a light at the end of the tunnel. With seven pre-season games played, the Edmonton Oilers have only one more tune-up before they begin the 2025-26 NHL season.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 2

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-2 Preseason Loss to Kraken

The Edmonton Oilers were beaten 4-2 by the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena on Wednesday (Oct. 1) in NHL preseason action. Darnell Nurse and Matthew Savoie scored for Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 2

Oilers have a beauty in Matt Savoie, and a big year ahead for Ty Emberson

With each passing day, we get a little closer to the start of the 2025–26 NHL season, and I think I speak for a lot of us when I say it can’t come soon enough.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 2

Oilers inch closer to games that matter after loss to Kraken: Recap, Highlights, and Reaction

Leave it to Jason Gregor to nail the obvious game day prediction: “Oilersnation celebrates at the end of the night, regardless of the outcome, because it means only one more preseason game remains.” That’s exactly what happened on Wednesday night in a game that I could imagine few Edmonton Oilers were excited to play in.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 1

McDavid’s Future Is Oilers’ Biggest Gamble Since Gretzky

Connor McDavid isn’t just a player on an expiring contract. He’s the best hockey player on the planet, the face of the Edmonton Oilers, and maybe the most gifted skater we’ve ever seen.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 1

Edmonton Oilers prospect roundup: A flurry of moves continues with roster cuts

Another week, and the theme of player movement continues. The Edmonton Oilers have made substantial cuts to their preseason roster, including 19 players being sent to the Bakersfield Condors.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 1

Oilers acquire veteran goaltender from Mammoth

After clearing waivers last week, netminder Connor Ingram is headed north.

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Alec Regula News / The Hockey Writers / October 1

Oilers Face Tough Decision With Defenceman Alec Regula

The Edmonton Oilers have themselves a problem in Alec Regula. It’s a nice problem to have, but a problem nonetheless. Regula, 25, has made quite an impression in four games with the Oilers this preseason.

Stuart Skinner News / Trade Talk Sports / September 30

3 Reasons to Appreciate Stuart Skinner Beyond the Numbers

Stuart Skinner is one of those players who quietly makes a difference in ways that stats alone can’t capture. Some rankings peg him near the bottom third of NHL starters, but anyone watching him in key moments knows the story is far richer.