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Evan Bouchard should be in contention for the Norris Trophy

Today we are three-quarters of the way through the season and Evan Bouchard, believe it or not, leads the league in points by a defenceman with 71. Zach Werenski sits in second with 65, Cale Makar in third with 64, and Quinn Hughes in fourth with 61.

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Get to know the newest Edmonton Oiler, Connor Murphy

It was announced on Monday that the Edmonton Oilers officially acquired defenceman Connor Murphy from the Chicago Blackhawks. Edmonton sent a second-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft, while Chicago retained half of Murphy’s salary to help complete the deal.

Darnell Nurse News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Trusted Pundits Suggest Oilers Could Move on From Darnell Nurse

As the Edmonton Oilers plan to try and finally win their first Stanley Cup since 1990, they made two moves to improve their defensive ability, bringing in one of the best defensive defenders in the league in Connor Murphy, as well as one of the strongest defensive forwards in Jason Dickinson.

NHL News / The Oil Rig / March 5

Trade: Edmonton Oilers acquire Jason Dickinson, Colton Dach from Chicago Blackhawks

For the second time this week, Edmonton Oilers GM Stan Bowman went back to the team he spent a dozen years running, to do business. After acquiring defenceman Connor Murphy on Monday, this time the Oilers have nabbed centre Jason Dickinson from the Chicago Blackhawks.

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Jason Dickinson News / Oilersnation / March 4

Sticker shock aside, Oilers’ acquisition of Dickinson furthers committment to improving team defence

The stories write themselves right now. The Edmonton Oilers can’t play defence. Well, they can, but they just don’t seem to be choosing to do so. Talk of improving from within has been nothing short of exhausting.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 4

‘An atrocious deal’: Oilers fans react with displeasure to trade for Dickinson, Dach

The Edmonton Oilers made noise on Wednesday night. Just after 5 pm MST, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that the Oilers were working to acquire Jason Dickinson from the Chicago Blackhawks.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 4

Oilers acquire Jason Dickinson, Colton Dach from Blackhawks for Mangiapane, conditional 1st round pick

The Edmonton Oilers have struck another deal ahead of the NHL’s trade deadline with the Chicago Blackhawks. The Oilers have acquired Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach for Andrew Mangiapane and a conditional first-round pick in 2027 that is top-12 protected, according to insider Frank Seravalli.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 4

Oilers injury update: Lazar out a month, Walman benched, and Janmark’s injury has history

The Edmonton Oilers got good injury news about Jake Walman and not-so-good news about Curtis Lazar on Tuesday. Knoblauch gave updates on injuries after Wednesday’s optional morning skate.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / March 4

Oilers Quick Hits: Draisaitl, Bouchard & McDavid

If the Edmonton Oilers were looking for a pulse, they found it Tuesday night at Rogers Place. Down 4-2 entering the third period against the Ottawa Senators, Edmonton stormed back for a 5-4 overtime win — the kind of game that reminds you just how dangerous this team can be when it flips the switch.

Tristan Jarry News / NHL Trade Talk / March 4

Behind the Scenes Report on Tristan Jarry Could Be a Concern for Oilers

Nobody involved can be happy with how things currently stand for Tristan Jarry and the Edmonton Oilers. The Olympic break was supposed to be a reset — both mentally and physically — to gear up for the stretch run and, hopefully, a push for the Stanley Cup.

Connor Murphy News / Oilersnation / March 4

A closer look at the Oilers’ newest defenceman, Connor Murphy, his PK work who he should play with

The Edmonton Oilers know how to put the puck in the back of the net, having scored 22 goals over their last four games. Their obvious problem, however, is keeping it out of their own, and the recent addition of Connor Murphy should help with that.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 4

Leon Draisaitl Heaps Praise on Evan Bouchard, Makes Big Comparisons

The Edmonton Oilers did it again on Tuesday night: another game giving up four or more goals, down by two heading into the third period, only to storm back and win an overtime thriller over the Ottawa Senators on the backs of their superstars.

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Edmonton Oilers News / 5 GOATs / March 4

NASCAR’s Brad Moran addresses concerns with approval process amid Myatt Snider replacing Alex Bowman at COTA

Alex Bowman came down with an apparent illness in his No. 48 Chevrolet during this past Sunday’s race at COTA. He removed himself from the race with 25

Darnell Nurse News / Oilersnation / March 4

‘Do they look at doing something with Darnell Nurse?’: Marek says Oilers could be the team to watch at NHL trade deadline

Daily Faceoff’s Jeff Marek believes the Edmonton Oilers could be the team to watch at the trade deadline and openly wondered about Darnell Nurse’s status. The NHL’s trade deadline is Friday, and there’s been action across the league already.

Damien Carfagna News / The Oil Rig / March 4

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: A dependable defender in the making with Damien Carfagna

With European regular seasons wrapping up over the next couple of weeks, expect to see extra intensity in the Edmonton Oilers prospects playing in the Scandinavian, European, or Russian leagues.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 4

Oilers overcome shaky start to beat Senators in overtime

Though it wasn’t what anyone would call a complete performance, the Edmonton Oilers picked up two points in their first home game following the Olympic break on Tuesday, coming from behind to beat the Ottawa Senators 5-4 in overtime.

Jordan Binnington News / The Oil Rig / March 4

Evaluating Jordan Binnington as a target for the Edmonton Oilers

Although the Edmonton Oilers have already shuffled around their goaltending situation, it has yet to translate into a stronger performance. The team has been exploring avenues to improve their defensive play, but the appetite for more goaltending changes remains. Now, approaching the trade deadline, it appears that the St.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Rumors / March 4

NHL Rumors: Two Forward Options for the Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers need to move out Andrew Mangiapane’s money to add a top-nine forward. Could they be eyeing the Maple Leafs? TSN: Andrew Mangiapane has another year left on his contract at $3.6 million, and it’s likely going to cost the Edmonton Oilers if they want to move him, according to Pierre LeBrun.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 4

Oilers Unlikely to Target Goalie at 2026 Trade Deadline

There has been a ton of speculation surrounding the Edmonton Oilers and their plans at the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline. However, after Monday’s episode of 32 Thoughts The Podcast, it sounds like acquiring a goalie is not expected to be part of it.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / March 4

NHL Rumors: Philadelphia Flyers, and the top College and European Free Agents

Kevin Kurz of The Athletic: 28-year-old Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar has been showing that he might be a No. 1 goalie. He’s posted an 18-9-6 record with a 2.42 GAA and .907 SV%.

Jake Walman News / NHL Trade Talk / March 4

Oilers provide Jake Walman injury update after win over Senators

The Edmonton Oilers got good and bad news on Tuesday night, specifically with respect to defenseman Jake Walman and forward Curtis Lazar. Both were injured in the comeback win, and both could miss a little time.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 4

Resilient Oilers beat Senators on Evan Bouchard's OT winner

Evan Bouchard helped get the Edmonton Oilers back on track with the overtime winner in Tuesday's 5-4 win over the visiting Ottawa Senators on Tuesday. Leon Draisaitl contributed on all five scores (two goals, three assists) for the Oilers, who earned just their second win over their past seven outings (2-5-0).

Mattias Janmark News / Daily Faceoff / March 2

Oilers’ Mattias Janmark to miss rest of 2025-26 season

An early end for one of the Edmonton Oilers‘ key depth pieces. According to David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, Oilers forward Mattias Janmark is set to undergo surgery on Wednesday, effectively ending his 2025-26 season.

Stan Bowman News / The Hockey Writers / March 2

Oilers Have Given Stan Bowman Little Reason to Add at Trade Deadline

Thursday night was a reminder as to how dangerous the Edmonton Oilers can be when at their best. In what was a very important game against a divisional foe in the LA Kings, the Oilers looked like a truly elite team, walking away with a lopsided 8-1 victory.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 1

Oilers Place Andrew Mangiapane, Alec Regula On Waivers

This afternoon the Edmonton Oilers revealed that Andrew Mangiapane and Alec Regula have been placed on waivers. With the Trade Deadline just five days away, the moves give the team much needed cap space.