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How the new players are integrating into the Edmonton Oilers

Off to another slow start, it is important to remember that there are several new Edmonton Oilers integrating into the lineup. The whirling dervish Coach Kris Knoblauch is no stranger to a lineup that ebbs and flows throughout each game.

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As Injured Players Return, Oilers Trade Talk Begins to Heat Up

The Edmonton Oilers may have won in overtime against Ottawa, but one insider believes the team is still somewhat disjointed, with some imminent moves on the horizon.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

A tiered list of candidates if the Oilers trade for a goalie

Stop it. Don’t tell yourself it’s good enough, Edmonton Oilers fans. Connor McDavid just committed to you for two more seasons after this one. You get three more swings at the Stanley Cup, and nobody knows what happens after that.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 23

How Stuart Skinner compares to other goalies who reached 100 wins with the Oilers

With a 3-2 overtime victory over the Ottawa Senators earlier this week, Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner became the sixth netminder in team history to reach the 100-win mark.

Sidney Crosby News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz

The 'Team Canada 2025 Four Nations Face-Off roster' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / October 23

Oilers' brief return home features visit from sizzling Habs

The Edmonton Oilers make a quick pit stop at home Thursday night to host one of the hottest teams in the NHL, the Montreal Canadiens. The Oilers are in the midst of a stretch that sees them play seven of eight games on the road.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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

Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Maple Leafs making the right call with major roster decision

How long is Steve Yzerman's leash with the Detroit Red Wings?

Matthew Schaefer impressed in his NHL debut with Islanders

One rookie to watch on all 32 NHL teams in 2025-26

Best hockey line nicknames of all time

Isaac Howard News / NHL Trade Talk / October 22

Time to See What Isaac Howard Can Do in the Oilers’ Top Six?

The consensus feeling among analysts and insiders coming into Tuesday’s game between the Edmonton Oilers and Ottawa Senators was that, maybe, it was time to send Isaac (Ike) Howard down to the AHL to get big minutes and more experience.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 22

Maybe the best spot for Issac Howard to develop is with the Oilers

Much has been made about Issac Howard in the early stages of this season, and it’s easy to see why. At 21 years old, he’s the youngest player on the team, and the youngest lineup regular since Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg in 2022-23, when they were the same age.

Darnell Nurse News / NHL Trade Talk / October 22

Poor Nurse Numbers Could Mean End of Defense Partner’s Run with Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers’ defensive struggles are starting to draw sharper scrutiny, and one analyst believes Darnell Nurse’s poor metrics could directly impact Troy Stecher’s future with the team.

Isaac Howard News / Breakaway on SI / October 22

Oilers’ Isaac Howard Ready for Bigger Role

Edmonton Oilers rookie forward Isaac Howard recorded the first NHL goal of his career in the team’s 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators. The reigning Hobey Baker Award winner as the NCAA’s top player was originally assigned to the team’s AHL affiliate, but he was re-called before the season opener and has remained in the lineup.

Noah Philp News / Oilersnation / October 22

What does a successful 2025-26 season look like for Oilers’ Noah Philp?

Through seven games in the early 2025-26 campaign, the Edmonton Oilers have only four players on the team who have scored more than once, and centerman Noah Philp is one of them.

Connor McDavid News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Oilers’ Connor McDavid finally ends goal drought in win vs. Senators

The Edmonton Oilers are coming off a 3-2 overtime victory over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday. Leon Draisaitl has spoken about concerns regarding the offense for the Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 22

Edmonton Oilers prospect update: Aidan Park, Roby Jarventie early standouts

Seasons in all leagues are now underway around the world. The Oilers have a particularly deep prospect pool in goaltending with five goaltenders signed to their affiliates for the 2025–2026 season.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 22

Oilers Reportedly Scouting Blue Jackets Goaltender

The Edmonton Oilers appear to be keeping an eye on potential goaltending options, as a recent report suggested scouts were in attendance for the Columbus Blue Jackets’ game against the Colorado Avalanche.

NHL News / Oilersnation / October 22

A night of milestones lifts Oilers to much needed win over Senators

Regarding nights where everything goes right, the Edmonton Oilers sure needed one. They were set to close out a five-game road trip with a visit to the nation’s capital to face the Ottawa Senators, and the team was reeling after four poor games and three straight losses.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 22

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 3-2 Overtime Win Over Senators

The Edmonton Oilers put a halt to their three-game losing streak by defeating the Ottawa Senators 3-2 in a game that went to overtime at Canadian Tire Centre on Tuesday (Oct.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 22

Jake Walman game-winning return, Isaac Howard’s first NHL goal, and love for Oilers’ Adam Henrique

I wish I knew what it is about October that causes the Oilers to look so uninterested in playing hockey, but that was the feeling around these parts after watching the boys drop three straight to the Islanders, Devils, and Red Wings.

Jake Walman News / Field Level Media / October 21

Jake Walman's power-play OT goal leads Oilers past Senators

Defenseman Jake Walman celebrated his season debut by scoring 2:24 into overtime, fueling the visiting Edmonton Oilers to a 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday.

Stuart Skinner News / The Hockey Writers / October 21

Oilers’ Stuart Skinner Records 100th Career Win

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner recorded his 100th career win on Tuesday (Oct. 21) against the Ottawa Senators. He’s the third-fastest goalie in franchise history to reach that milestone, dating back to the dynasty days of the 1980s.

Adam Henrique News / The Hockey Writers / October 21

Oilers’ Adam Henrique Plays 1,000th Career Game

Edmonton Oilers forward Adam Henrique played his 1,000th NHL game on Tuesday (Oct. 21) against the Ottawa Senators. The Oilers acquired him at the 2024 Trade Deadline, and he has played 110 games with the organization.

Isaac Howard News / The Hockey Writers / October 21

Oilers’ Isaac Howard Scores First NHL Goal

Edmonton Oilers’ rookie Issac Howard has scored his first NHL goal tonight against the Ottawa Senators. The goal helped to extend the lead for the Oilers, after Connor McDavid opened the scoring.

Kasperi Kapanen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 21

Oilers' Kasperi Kapanen out week-to-week

After leaving the team’s most recent loss to the Detroit Red Wings, the Edmonton Oilers aren’t expecting Kasperi Kapanen back for several weeks.

The 15 greatest hockey line nicknames of all time

The 'Hart Trophy winners since 1983' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / October 21

DFO Fantasy Show – Fantasy Hockey: Week 3 – The Truth Behind the Oilers’ Struggles

Brock Seguin is joined by Zach Laing (Oilers Nation) to break down the Edmonton Oilers’ slow start — and why fantasy managers shouldn’t panic just yet on Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, or Evan Bouchard.

Elliotte Friedman News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Elliotte Friedman Expects Oilers Roster Changes Amid NHL Season

The Edmonton Oilers’ blue line may soon force general manager Stan Bowman into a decision. With Jake Walman activated from injured reserve and Alec Regula nearing a return, the Oilers now have eight defensemen capable of logging NHL minutes — and several more in Bakersfield waiting for a call-up.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 20

Oilers could look up to trade defenseman

In Monday's episode of "32 Thoughts," Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet raised an intriguing point: The Edmonton Oilers have a glut on the backend, and the team could look to move someone out.

Sharks open to trading one of their defensemen

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

The 'Hart Trophy winners since 1983' quiz

Jake Walman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 20

Oilers activate Jake Walman from IR

The Edmonton Oilers have activated defenseman Jake Walman from injured reserve. He missed the start of the season due to an undisclosed injury that landed him on injured reserve one day into the regular season.