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One week removed from trading Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick for Tristan Jarry and Samuel Poulin, the Edmonton Oilers placed their new goalie on injured reserve Friday.

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Elliotte Friedman reveals Edmonton Oilers goalie contingency plan after Tristan Jarry injury

The Edmonton Oilers are only a week removed from a major move at their crease but already the organization is being forced to think several moves ahead.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 20

Ugly Stats Create An Opportunity in Goal for the Oilers After Setback

The Edmonton Oilers have recalled goaltender Connor Ingram, a move driven more by necessity than comfort as the team navigates a setback they hoped wouldn’t be an early concern.

Samuel Poulin News / The Oil Rig / December 20

What Samuel Poulin will bring to the Edmonton Oilers lineup

With the news that Tristan Jarry is now an Edmonton Oiler, and longtime starter Stuart Skinner and defensive stalwart Brett Kulak headed to the Pittsburgh Penguins, it’s been a busy week for Edmonton Oilers fans.

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The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz

Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 20

Oilers Should Have Signed Connor Brown Instead of Andrew Mangiapane

The Edmonton Oilers continue to sign underwhelming free agents. Last season, they signed Jeff Skinner and Viktor Arvidsson, which fans were excited about at the time.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Spencer Stastney News / The Oil Rig / December 20

How Spencer Stastney will contribute to the Edmonton Oilers lineup

While the Tristan Jarry acquisition got much of the headline, the Edmonton Oilers made another gamble to improve their team last week. While the potential upgrade in net is important, the Oilers added Spencer Stastney to help offset the loss of Brett Kulak.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 20

Oilers Have Decisions to Make When Their Roster Gets Healthy

From the very beginning of the 2025-26 season, injuries have plagued the Edmonton Oilers. Despite the health issues, they are winning hockey games and scaling the standings.

Tristan Jarry News / Athlon Sports / December 20

Oilers' Potential Trade Target Emerges After Tristan Jarry News

The Edmonton Oilers placed newly-acquired goalie Tristan Jarry on injured reserve Friday after he left Thursday’s win over the Boston Bruins with a lower-body injury.

Trent Frederic News / The Hockey Writers / December 20

Trent Frederic gives baffling answer on his role with the Oilers

Not even half way through the first season of Frederic's contract, it’s already looking like a massive flop.

Wild seek 7th straight win as dangerous Oilers visit

Oilers place newly-acquired G Tristan Jarry on IR

Oilers Have Made Multiple Attempts To Acquire Alex Lyon

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

Trent Frederic News / NHL Trade Talk / December 19

Trent Frederic’s Baffling Answer to His 'Role' Should Have Oilers Worried

When Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Frederic spoke with Boston media upon his return to the city on Thursday, he was asked about his time with the Bruins and the greats who came and left the team.

Dwayne Roloson News / Oilersnation / December 19

Flashback Friday: Looking at the trade with the Wild that netted the Oilers Dwayne Roloson in 2005-06

Goaltending has been an obvious sore spot for the Edmonton Oilers in 2025-26. So much so that they did something that’s not often done, trading their starter mid-season for a different season.

Tristan Jarry News / Field Level Media / December 19

Oilers place newly-acquired G Tristan Jarry on IR

The Edmonton Oilers placed newly-acquired No. 1 goaltender Tristan Jarry on injured reserve on Friday with a lower-body injury. Jarry, who was making his third start for Edmonton on Thursday, awkwardly stretched across the crease late in the second period at Boston.

Tristan Jarry News / NHL Trade Talk / December 19

Concern That Tristan Jarry Is Injury Prone? Not So Fast

The Edmonton Oilers were finally starting to find some stability in the aftermath of the Tristan Jarry trade. Nearly a week removed from the whirlwind Friday that brought him to Oil Country — with the rematch against Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and the Penguins already in the rear-view mirror — it felt like things were beginning to settle.

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 19

Jarry on IR and Oilers Call Up Ingram, Amid Roster Moves

The Edmonton Oilers announced roster moves on Friday following the injury to goaltender Tristan Jarry. The Oilers’ newest goaltender has been placed on IR, while Jack Roslovic has been moved to LTIR and Connor Ingram has been called up.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / December 19

Tristan Jarry placed on IR as Oilers' goalie problems continue

Tristan Jarry placed on injured reserve as Oilers' goalie problems continue

The goalie problems continue for the Edmonton Oilers, as Tristan Jarry has been placed on injured reserve.

Why Sabres' Alex Lyon could be a good fit for the Oilers

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The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

Connor Ingram News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 19

Oilers To Recall Connor Ingram

The Oilers are expected to recall goaltender Connor Ingram from AHL Bakersfield before tomorrow’s game against the Wild, Mark Spector of Sportsnet reports.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 18