Darnell Nurse: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Edmonton Oilers 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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 20

The Oilers need more from Darnell Nurse

Darnell Nurse has been a key contributor on the Edmonton Oilers’ blueline for nearly a decade, but inconsistency and playoff struggles in recent years have cranked up the pressure for him to perform.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 20

Oilers’ Darnell Nurse is Struggling to Start 2025-26 Season

The Edmonton Oilers getting out to a slow start has become an expectation for fans at this point, but one defender has struggled a bit more than others, and that’s Darnell Nurse.

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 20

Insider expects two Oilers to hit the trade block this week

With key players nearing a return from injury, the Edmonton Oilers are facing a roster crunch that could lead to trades in the coming week.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 16

'Stu was our best killer': Darnell Nurse gushes over Stuart Skinner’s monster display at MSG

At Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night, Stuart Skinner turned aside all 30 shots he faced to backstop the Oilers to a 2–0 victory over the New York Rangers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Bleacher Report / October 14

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Edmonton Oilers 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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 26

Scenes From Morning Skate: Nurse lines up with Stecher, McDavid and Draisaitl not playing against Jets

The last morning skate went just as expected for the Edmonton Oilers, and yet, they fell 4-1 to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday night in boring fashion.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 24

Evaluating Darnell Nurse and Jake Walman as a defensive pairing for the Edmonton Oilers

On August 6, 2021 Darnell Nurse signed an eight-year, $74M extension, a $9.25M AAV. This has been a serious point of grief for Edmonton Oilers fans as the previous season he only scored 36 points in 56 games, a 53-point pace, not generally the type of player who commands $9.25M.

Tyson Barrie announces retirement

Amid his participation in yesterday’s Avalanche alumni game, defenseman Tyson Barrie confirmed to Nathan Rudolph of the DNVR Avalanche podcast that he’s retired.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 17

Who should the Oilers play with Darnell Nurse in 2025-26?

The Edmonton Oilers’ defensive core is currently in a fascinating situation. Evan Bouchard is the only top-four right-handed defenceman in the organization.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 10

Oilers: How Darnell Nurse stacks up with the 2013 NHL Draft

About to enter his 12th season with the Edmonton Oilers, it’s hard to believe that Darnell Nurse finds himself the second-longest-tenured member of the roster.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / August 2

Oilers’ Nurse Not One of NHL’s Worst Contracts Based on New Model

It’s been harped on for years that Edmonton Oilers defenceman Darnell Nurse is overpaid. It’s a running joke among many fan bases in the NHL, while Oilers fans are forced to do nothing other than admit defeat.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 26

Darnell Nurse has another good, not great season: 2024-25 Edmonton Oilers player review

Welcome to my annual player review series, where I dive into the Edmonton Oilers season player-by-player. We’ll look back at the season that was, what kind of impact each player had, and what we could see from them next season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 17

Best Oilers Fights of 2024-25: Darnell Nurse and Jonah Gadjovich throw bombs in the Stanley Cup Final

Sometimes, a team is losing so badly that somebody needs to get into a fight. That was the case for the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Oilers' Darnell Nurse Given Unfortunate NHL Ranking

The Edmonton Oilers are coming off their second straight defeat in the Stanley Cup Final. Many believed that this year would have been different for the Oilers as they entered the championship series with home-ice advantage.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 13

Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: Darnell Nurse

As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded Trent Frederic, and now we turn our attention to Darnell Nurse.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / July 9

Oilers' Darnell Nurse Fires Back at Trade Response Without Using a Word

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse isn’t going anywhere, or at least that's how he sees his short-term future and why he let everybody know about it.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 8

No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves as two players say no

The Oilers are trying to make the adjustments that will put them over the top after back-to-back Stanley Cup Final losses, but at least two veteran players expressed no desire to waive their no-trade clauses.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

Oilers’ Darnell Nurse Would Never Agree to Be Traded

Ever since his $74 million deal was signed ahead of the 2021-22 season, Darnell Nurse has been criticized plenty and often by Edmonton Oilers fans. The 30-year-old is one of the highest-paid defencemen in the NHL, which is a massive overpay given that he isn’t even a top-two blueliner on his own team.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 27

Insider Reports Darnell Nurse Rumors 'Not a Thing'

Speculation began Thursday night, suggesting the future of Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse was in question. Rumors of a potential blockbuster trade were in the works.