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

NHL News / Oilersnation / September 2

Top 100 Oilers: No. 16 — Bill Ranford

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

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 1

Top 100 Oilers: No. 17 — Chris Pronger

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

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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?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Winnipeg Jets News / Professor Press Box / August 28

Connor Hellebuyck, Chris Pronger and the Truth About Player Power

Connor Hellebuyck and Chris Pronger might seem like very different cases. One is a current Winnipeg Jets goaltender asking for a trade after 11 years with the organization.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

NHL News / Oilersnation / August 27

‘I got vilified because I asked for a trade’: Pronger on player empowerment and asking for NHL trades

Not every player in the league gets traded, let alone five times in their career, as Chris Pronger did. From Hartford, to St. Louis, to Edmonton, to Anaheim, to Philadelphia, to Arizona, the Hall of Fame defenceman has been around the block.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 28

Chris Pronger believes NHLers should have more control over their careers

It’s been a busy offseason in the NHL, as several teams pulled off major trades and signed massive contracts, while some big names have asked for a change of scenery.

‘I got vilified because I asked for a trade’: Pronger on player empowerment and asking for NHL trades

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

Revisiting the Oilers’ Chris Pronger Trade 20 Years Ago

On July 3, 2006, I was in my car listening to Bob Stauffer and Mark Spector on Team 1260 in Edmonton when they announced that Chris Pronger was being traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Anaheim Ducks for Joffrey Lupul, Ladislav Smid, two first-round picks and a second-round pick.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 6

Chris Pronger believes moving on from Matthew Knies would signal long-term rebuild

The Toronto Maple Leafs became the talk of the hockey world Friday when The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta reported that a deal was in place to send forward Matthew Knies to the Montreal Canadiens. The reported deal was Knies for a package that included prospect Alexander Zharovsky, another unnamed prospect, and two first-round draft picks.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 28

The Maple Leafs’ Interview Process Could Matter More Than the Hiring Itself

Earlier this week, Chris Pronger mentioned on OverDrive that he spoke with MLSE during their search for a president of hockey operations role. He said

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 27

Canadian Daily Rumours: Senators, Maple Leafs & Flames Move Up?

In today’s (May 26) Canadian Daily Rumours roundup, I’m looking at three quick Canadian rumours: Will the Senators re-sign Claude Giroux for another year as practical veteran help for a young team?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 26

Maple Leafs notebook: Chris Pronger explains interview with Keith Pelley, Tinus Luc Koblar continues torrid form at Worlds

Welcome to an offseason edition of Maple Leafs notebook, where we examine current events in the hockey world. As the Maple Leafs continue their offseason,

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / April 23

Toronto Maple Leafs – Potential Free Agent and GM Candidates

Terry Koshan of the Toronto Sun: The Toronto Maple Leafs will have just over $22 million to work with this offseason, and that is with 20 players under contract.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 22

NHL Rumors: Red Wings Plans, Pronger on Maple Leafs Buzz, Odd Canucks GM Request

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Detroit Red Wings are facing a critical offseason as they look to upgrade their roster. Meanwhile, Chris Pronger shuts

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 22

Chris Pronger Shoots Down Rumor Related to Maple Leafs GM Job

Chris Pronger is rumored to be among the candidates for the vacant GM opening with the Toronto Maple Leafs. However, don’t believe everything you hear about how far along the team and the former NHL defenseman are in their conversations.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 21

Maple Leafs Quick Hits: GM Show, Draft Pick & Pronger Noise

We’re finally at the point where the GM search isn’t a rumour mill anymore. It’s a decision-making sprint. The Toronto Maple Leafs have whittled the list down, moved from Zooms to in-persons, and ownership is smelling the finish line.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 20

Friedman: Maple Leafs have spoken to Mike Gillis, Chris Pronger among others regarding front office opening

The Toronto Maple Leafs will have some serious eyes on them as they head into what’s undoubtedly the biggest offseason of the Auston Matthews era. With

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 16

Pronger Embarrassing Himself with Recent Edmonton Oilers Comments

If you’ve been paying any attention to the Edmonton Oilers lately, you’ve probably been informed of some pretty crazy drama going on behind the scenes.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 16

Former Oilers GM Kevin Lowe blasts Chris Pronger following recent comments

It’s been nearly 20 years since the Edmonton Oilers traded away defenceman Chris Pronger, but there still appears to be some animosity between the two sides.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 15

Chris Pronger’s Version of the Story Is Revealing About Him

There’s always a temptation, when former players and executives revisit old stories, to treat it like simple history. Something happened, people explain it differently, and we move on.

Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / April 15

Chris Pronger’s Oilers Trade Admission Sparks Backlash from Kevin Lowe

Nearly two decades after one of the most shocking departures in franchise history, Chris Pronger has offered a new explanation for why his time with the Edmonton Oilers lasted just one season.