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On YouTubeJake Walman News / Oilersnation / September 30
Oilers looking to sign Walman for seven or eight years, two sides not agreeing on AAV
Insider Frank Seravalli joined Bob Stauffer on Oilers Now on Monday. Among the topics of discussion brought up was the contract negotiations between the team and defenceman Jake Walman.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 30
5 Oilers Who Need to Step Up in the 2025-26 NHL Season
The Edmonton Oilers have long been known for their high-powered offence. From the Dynasty years of the 1980s to the Connor McDavid era, scoring goals was never an issue for the Oilers.
Stuart Skinner News / Trade Talk Sports / September 30
3 Reasons to Appreciate Stuart Skinner Beyond the Numbers
Stuart Skinner is one of those players who quietly makes a difference in ways that stats alone can’t capture. Some rankings peg him near the bottom third of NHL starters, but anyone watching him in key moments knows the story is far richer.
The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz
In NHL history, 52 players have reached the 1,200-point plateau over the course of their careers. How many of the 52 can you name in six minutes?
Calvin Pickard News / The Oil Rig / September 30
Cap math shows the Edmonton Oilers could 'demote' Calvin Pickard to make room for Bruins talent
The Edmonton Oilers are looking for ways to maximize the roster while staying under a salary cap that leaves almost no room to maneuver. This week, analyst Jonathan Willis laid out a scenario in which the Oilers could claim Boston Bruins goaltender Michael DiPietro off waivers without needing to move out a big contract.
The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season
Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 30
Could the Oilers have a new third defensive pairing by next season?
It’s entirely possible that the Edmonton Oilers have a new bottom defence pairing next season — or at the very least swap out one of the two in the pairing.
Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Leon Draisaitl Explains Why Not Everyone Can Play Alongside Him and Connor McDavid
The Edmonton Oilers continue to experiment with their lineup heading into the regular season, searching for the right balance around Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.
Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Connor McDavid Extension Given New Number by NHL Insider
Arguably, the biggest storyline all offseason in the NHL has been what the future holds for Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid. McDavid will be entering the final year of his current contract, and there has been plenty of speculation that he could leave Edmonton.
Calvin Pickard News / The Oil Rig / September 30
Are the Edmonton Oilers prioritizing Calvin Pickard’s popularity over goaltending?
On yesterday’s edition of the “32 Thoughts” podcast, Elliotte Friedman stated that people were surprised that Edmonton didn’t pick up Connor Ingram of the Utah Mammoth off waivers.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 30
Oilers place goaltender Tomkins on waivers; Hamblin, Brown, and Järventie assigned to AHL Condors
With the start of the 2025-26 regular season just over one week away, the Edmonton Oilers are getting closer to their opening-night roster. Forwards James Hamblin and Roby Järventie and defenceman Josh Brown cleared through waivers over the weekend and were assigned to the Bakersfield Condors of the American Hockey League.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 30
How the Edmonton Oilers can avoid yet another slow start to the season
The Connor McDavid/Leon Draisaitl era of the Edmonton Oilers has become known for several things. The Evander Kane portion of this era netted three trips to the Western Conference Final, and two Stanley Cup Final appearances.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 30
Top 100 Oilers: No. 74 — Raffi Torres
Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Raffi Torres comes in at No.
Matt Tomkins News / The Hockey Writers / September 30
Oilers Goaltender Matt Tomkins Placed on Waivers
It’s the time of year when teams are dwindling their rosters down to the final 23. The Edmonton Oilers made progress with that by putting 31-year-old goaltender Matt Tomkins on waivers.
Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / September 29
An Unusual Deadline Could Add Pressure to McDavid Contract Talks
NHL insider Frank Seravalli pointed out a fascinating date on the Connor McDavid negotiations front. Monday afternoon, Seravalli got into a discussion about the timeline of a McDavid extension and said that seven days from today was a date (and a potential deadline) to watch on the calendar.
Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Oilers Analyst Reveals Possible Trade Options to Fix Three Roster Flaws
The Edmonton Oilers are nearing the start of the regular season with questions lingering at several positions on top of the ongoing talks for a Connor McDavid contract extension.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 29
Should Oilers Trade Stecher or Emberson to Keep Promising D-Man?
The Edmonton Oilers are facing a tricky roster crunch on defense, one that could cost them Alec Regula, a player they’ve invested significant time and patience in.
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