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Mike Babcock was right to break-up the Oilers top defensive pairing

After almost five months off, Edmonton Oilers hockey is officially back. The Oilers kicked off their preseason in style, defeating the Winnipeg Jets by a 5-2 scoreline.

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Instant Reaction: Evan Bouchard’s four points lead Oilers to 5-2 pre-season win over Jets

It may be pre-season, but the Edmonton Oilers look pretty darn good. On Saturday evening, the Oilers played their first of four pre-season games, defeating the Winnipeg Jets 5-2.

Shakir Mukhamadullin News / Oilersnation / September 19

Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 2: Shakir Mukhamadullin

Welcome to Daily Faceoff Edmonton’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. The last defender on our list is one of the newest additions, Shakir Mukhamadullin.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 19

GDB -1.0: Oilers vets open pre-season against Jets (6 PM, Oilers+)

The NHL is back, hockey fans. While Edmonton Oilers fans got a taster of pre-pre-season action when the team’s rookies walloped the Calgary Flames’ rookies 6-1 earlier in the week, Saturday’s affair against the Winnipeg Jets will be much different.

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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?"

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 19

The FOMO of an Oilers fan: Why I watch (almost) every game

We all know the agreement, at least 82 (now 84) times a year (and hopefully many more), that a three-hour window is blocked off so we can be in front of the TV, in the stands, or listening on the radio while commuting.

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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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 19

Salary Cap Deep Dive: Edmonton Oilers

Navigating the salary cap is one of the most important tasks for a front office. Teams that can avoid total cap chaos by walking the tightrope of inking players to deals that match their value (or compensate for future value without breaking the bank) remain successful. Those who don’t often see struggles and front office changes.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 19

Matt Tomkins Could Be the Next Calvin Pickard for the Oilers

Training camps are now in full swing, and rosters were recently announced around the league, including the Edmonton Oilers’ roster. There is obviously a lot to look forward to and conclusions to be drawn from the announcement, but there’s one guy in particular I was reminded of that I want to highlight in a specific way.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 19

Connor McDavid reveals Edmonton Oilers leadership will 'step in' if Mike Babcock goes too far

The Edmonton Oilers will be opening the 2026–27 season under Mike Babcock—the first time he has been behind an NHL bench for a regular season game since he was fired by the Toronto Maple Leafs in November 2019.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 19

Breaking down the Edmonton Oilers training camp lines

With training camp in full swing, we got our first look at what the Edmonton Oilers opening night lineup could be. With new Head Coach Mike Babcock taking the reins there is a power vacuum for icetime.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 19

Remembering Kevin Lowe’s Return to the Oilers 30 Years Later

Saturday (Sept. 19) marks 30 years since the Edmonton Oilers and then-37-year-old defenceman Kevin Lowe agreed to a one-year contract worth $700,000. While the addition of Lowe did little to improve Edmonton’s roster, this was a move that, intangibly speaking, meant a great deal for the franchise.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 19

Which Oilers are most likely to land on NHL waivers?

The Edmonton Oilers will need to make some decisions before the season starts. As it stands, the Oilers’ roster stands at 29 players, six more than what is allowed, according to Puckpedia’s new waiver watch.

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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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / September 19

It's up to the Oilers to prove their doubters wrong

The Edmonton Oilers players say they're willing to do what it takes to win the Stanley Cup. Working harder, skating faster, paying more attention to the little details than their opponents on a nightly basis.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 18

ONR: Breaking down the first days of Oilers training camp

It’s Friday afternoon, which means a fresh episode of ONR is ready to massage your eardrums with an hour of off-season Oilers talk. On today’s podcast, the fellas discussed Oilers training camp, Mike Babcock’s first spin as the head coach, another round of Ask the Idiots, line combinations, and more.

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Kris Knoblauch News / Oilersnation / September 18

Did Kris Knoblauch lose the Oilers’ room last year?

A lot more was going on with the Edmonton Oilers last season than we were led to believe. The team fired head coach Kris Knoblauch and assistant Mark Stuart on May 14, and it was GM Stan Bowman who announced the firing: “Following a thorough review of this past season, we believe these changes are needed,” said Bowman.

Mike Babcock News / Oilersnation / September 18

Babcock explains plan to spread out minutes amongst Oilers forward group

Death, taxes, and the Edmonton Oilers trying to maximize their bottom six. They’re three long-standing traditions in life, and the Oilers’ eternal struggle to get the most out of their team when Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are off the ice has continued to plague them.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 18

Oilers training camp day two: McDavid crashes into post; Dickinson leaves shaken up

It’s day two of training camp for the Edmonton Oilers, and there have already been some tense moments thanks to a scrimmage. While day one on Thursday brought forth some colourful quotes and high-intensity skates, the vibe shifted when Oilers captain Connor McDavid crashed hard into the net.