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Oilers Sign Quinn Hutson To Two-Year Extension

The Edmonton Oilers signed forward Quinn Hutson to a two-year, $1.775MM contract extension. The deal will carry an annual average value of $875K. Hutson was signed to a two-year, $1.75MM entry-level contract in April 2025, following the end of his career at Boston University.

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Oilers sign Quinn Hutson to two-year contract extension

The Edmonton Oilers are getting ahead of some of this summer’s work, signing forward Quinn Hutson to a two-year contract extension, the club announced Tuesday.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 12

GDB 46.0: Oilers Need to Start Taking Advantage of Schedule (6:30 MT, SNW)

The Edmonton Oilers have won three of seven games since the Christmas break. While they have been playing better as of late, they are still struggling to find consistency on a night-to-night basis.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 12

The Skinner-for-Jarry Trade Has Oilers Fans Split — For Good Reason

It’s far too early to really judge the Edmonton Oilers decision to trade for Tristan Jarry, but the early reaction to an article we recently wrote shows how fragile things are right now in Edmonton.

Connor McDavid News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL 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 'Hart Trophy winners since 1983' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

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

NHL News / Oilersnation / January 12

Scenes From Morning Skate: Oilers can’t sleep on Chicago

The Edmonton Oilers head to Chicago tonight to face a Blackhawks team that’s been through absolute chaos recently. An illness bug ripped through the roster, taking out five starters at one point.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 12

NHL Rumors: Oilers Returns, Canucks Trades, Maple Leafs Goalies

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are preparing for a domino effect of roster moves as Jake Walman and Tristan Jarry near their returns, but the door is firmly shut on any Evander Kane reunion in Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 12

A look at the Oilers’ hot line of Podkolzin-Draisaitl-Kapanen through the eyes of Podkolzin’s skills coach, Ned Lukacevic

A 4-3 shootout defeat to the Los Angeles Kings stings, but the Vasily Podkolzin–Leon Draisaitl–Kasperi Kapanen line was a silver lining for the Edmonton Oilers, keeping their hot streak alive by combining for two goals in the game.

Jake Walman News / NHL Trade Talk / January 12

Walman’s Return Could Be First Domino in an Oilers Shakeup

With news that the Edmonton Oilers have loaned Riley Stillman back to the AHL, the return of defenseman Jake Walman feels imminent. Multiple reports suggest that fans should expect Walman back soon.

Connor McDavid News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 12

Oilers’ Connor McDavid shrugs off career-best feat after crushing Kings loss

The Edmonton Oilers may have witnessed a historic individual milestone on Saturday night, but the result overshadowed everything else. Despite Connor McDavid

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 12

Oilers Shoot Down Reunion Trade Offer from the Canucks

The Edmonton Oilers were asked if they were interested in bringing back Evander Kane and politely declined. The Vancouver Canucks reportedly reached out to the Oilers recently and wanted to know if they had any interest in reuniting with their former winger, and the answer was no thanks.

NHL News / Oilersnation / January 11

Kings edge out road victory against Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers still can’t win three consecutive games. They were handed a prime opportunity on Saturday, with the Los Angeles Kings coming to town fresh off a loss in Winnipeg the night before.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 11

Why Oilers Trading Darnell Nurse for Dougie Hamilton Is Being Debated

Whenever a player — especially a big-name one — becomes available via trade or free agency, fanbases around the league naturally start wondering whether their team should get involved.

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The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Playoff rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

The '2025 leading receiver by team' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 11

Oilers cannot win three straight games, Leon Draisaitl’s big night, and the Corey Perry revenge goal

Could there be a better opportunity for the Oilers to finally lock down their first three-game win streak of the season than on a night when the rival Los Angeles Kings were in town?

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 11

Letters to the Editor: Maybe the Oilers shouldn’t be big buyers at the trade deadline

Got your coffee? It’s time to dig into this week’s Letters to the Editor. The hand-wringing about the bottom-six is getting tiresome, especially when the finger is pointed at the players.

Tristan Jarry News / Athlon Sports / January 11

Oilers Share Tristan Jarry's Return Timeline After 10 Missed Games

The Edmonton Oilers are nearing a full month without having recently-acquired goalie Tristan Jarry available, but that might be close to changing after his extended absence.

Andrew Mangiapane News / Inside The Rink / January 11

Andrew Mangiapane Trade Scenarios for Oilers and Red Wings

David Pagnotta broke the news yesterday that the Red Wings have called the Oilers regarding forward Andrew Mangiapane. The exact package discussed is unclear, but I’ll do my best to outline some mock trades built around Mangiapane.

Connor McDavid News / Professor Press Box / January 11

Oilers' Connor McDavid Is Redefining Speed in Hockey

If you were at Rogers Place on October 8, you probably saw it. Connor McDavid wasn’t just skating—he was flying. In the second period against the Calgary Flames, he hit a top speed of 24.61 miles per hour.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 11

Blues’ Philip Broberg leaves game vs. Golden Knights with upper-body injury

The St. Louis Blues announced that defenseman Philip Broberg sustained an upper-body injury during their game against the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday and would not return.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 10

Edmonton Oilers Reassign Riley Stillman

The Edmonton Oilers have shedded one of their depth defenseman off the active roster. According to a team announcement, the Oilers have reassigned Riley Stillman to the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors.

Tristan Jarry News / NHL Trade Talk / January 10

Tristan Jarry’s Injury Update Brings Encouraging News for Oilers

On Saturday morning, Edmonton Oilers netminder Tristan Jarry took in his first full team skate since his injury. Had been skating on his own and during optional/limited team skates, but he looks good to return, which head coach Kris Knoblauch confirmed after the pre-game skate.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 10

Can the Oilers Finally Secure Their First Division Title Since 1987?

The Connor McDavid era of the Edmonton Oilers seems to be chasing the ghosts of the past Oilers dynasty. They’ve come close to finishing first in the NHL’s Pacific Division the past few seasons, and have made the Stanley Cup Final in 2024 and 2025, but will 2026 finally be their breakthrough?