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Oilers’ Isaac Howard Named to Team USA for World Hockey Championship

In an offseason full of negative stories and rumours about the Edmonton Oilers, a silver lining appeared on May 7 when Oilers’ prospect Isaac (Ike) Howard was named to Team USA for the World Hockey Championship.

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Why Evan Bouchard deserved to be a Norris Trophy nominee

Few players are more polarizing across the hockey world than Edmonton Oilers‘ defenceman Evan Bouchard. The offensive D-man dazzles fans with slick passes and ‘Bouch Bombs’ from the point, but also makes them pull their hair out with the occasional cartoonish blunder.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 7

Which Oilers raised their stock in 2025-26?

The Edmonton Oilers had a disappointing season in 2025-26, falling well short of expectations in both the regular season and the playoffs. Whether it was fatigue, injuries, goaltending, or coaching, they never got everything clicking at the same time.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 7

The Oilers Are Stuck In A Cycle Self-Correction

It’s no secret that the Edmonton Oilers are in win-now mode, and that mode has shifted to pure desperation as they enter the final two years of superstar captain Connor McDavid’s current contract.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

The 'Playoff goal-leaders by NHL team' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / May 7

‘The most egregious snub in NHL history’: Oilers fans react to Evan Bouchard not being named Norris Trophy finalist

For some, it comes as a surprise that Evan Bouchard wasn’t nominated for the Norris Trophy. For others, it’s completely understandable. Over the past season, the defenceman made a case for himself to receive a nomination and it turned into quite the debate and conversation in the later stages of the NHL season.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / May 7

Oilers Call Out Hockey Writers After Norris Trophy Snub

The Edmonton Oilers entered the 2025-26 campaign on the back of two straight Stanley Cup Finals appearances, but this year, their post-season hopes ended much sooner than recent seasons at the hands of the Pacific Division rival Anaheim Ducks.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 7

Isaac Howard named to Team USA for World Championships, fifth Oiler headed overseas

Another Edmonton Oiler will be representing their country at the upcoming IIHF World Championships. Isaac Howard is suiting up with the United States as the nation selected a younger roster with little overlap to the national Olympic team that won the gold medal in February. He’s the fifth Edmonton Oiler heading to Switzerland.

Evan Bouchard News / Daily Faceoff / May 7

Should Evan Bouchard have been a Norris finalist?

The top three defensemen in the NHL have been revealed, but one notable name has been left off the sheet. The NHL announced that Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin, the Colorado Avalanche’s Cale Makar and the Columbus Blue Jackets‘ Zach Werenski have been named the finalists for the 2025-26 James Norris Memorial Trophy on Thursday.

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / May 7

Oilers’ Evan Bouchard not among finalists for 2026 Norris Trophy

Despite a regular season that saw him lead all defencemen in scoring by 14 points, Evan Bouchard’s tremendous 2025-26 season won’t earn him a Norris Trophy.

Tristan Jarry News / The Hockey Writers / May 7

NHL Rumors: Jarry Move, Red Wings Talk, and Salary Cap Update

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are weighing whether to stick with a struggling goaltender, the Detroit Red Wings could be gearing up for a bold offseason, and the Calgary Flames are evaluating how aggressive they want to get while balancing their short- and long-term plans.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 7

Scribe Suggests Oilers Go After 'Bargain' Goaltender Trade

The Edmonton Oilers might be looking at changing up their goaltending this summer, which leaves one very important question: who would they go after? If GM Stan Bowman ultimately decides to move on from one of (or both) Tristan Jarry and/or Connor Ingram, the Oilers need a replacement.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 7

Oilers prospect Maxim Berezkin scores double OT series winner, KHL’s Lokomotiv advances to Gagarin Cup

Perhaps the most intriguing Edmonton Oilers prospect lifted his team to the Gagarin Cup Final with a critical goal on Wednesday. Maxim Berezkin (Beryozkin) scored in Game 7 double overtime for a 4-3 victory, sending his Lokomotiv Yaroslavl team on to the KHL championship series.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 7

Oilers’ Bouchard & Nurse Set to Play for Canada at World Championship

Edmonton Oilers defencemen Evan Bouchard and Darnell Nurse will be playing for Team Canada at the upcoming 2026 IIHF World Championship, according to TSN reporter Darren Dreger.

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The 'NBA scoring champions' quiz

The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz

The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 7

Oilers News & Rumours: Knoblauch’s Status, Howard, Nurse, Kapanen & More

The Edmonton Oilers were eliminated by the Anaheim Ducks in the first round of the playoffs this season, stopping their season earlier than many expected.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 7

Questions defining the Oilers offseason: Can they free up cap space?

Earlier in the week, I kicked off my offseason series taking a look at the five questions that will define this summer for the Edmonton Oilers. The first order of business is to address their coaching situation, but after that, general manager Stan Bowman has to turn his attention to their roster.

Taylor Hall News / Oilersnation / May 6

Top 100 Oilers: No. 34 — Taylor Hall

Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Taylor Hall comes in at No.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 6

Oilers will lose rights to two prospects if not signed soon

Two Edmonton Oilers prospects will become unrestricted free agents soon if the organization doesn’t sign them to a contract. Every season, there is a group of previously drafted talent who become free agents when their team doesn’t offer them an entry-level contract. PuckPedia released the list of players whose draft rights expire.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 6

Oilers’ Ekholm joins Sweden, Samanski joins Germany for World Championship

Another pair of Edmonton Oilers will be packing their bags and heading to Switzerland for the World Championship. Defenceman Mattias Ekholm is set to join Sweden, white centre Josh Samanski will join Germany, the Oilers announced Wednesday.

Darnell Nurse News / NHL Rumors / May 6

The Oilers and Maple Leafs Talked Darnell Nurse, and the Sharks First Round Pick

Zach Laing of Oilers Nation: David Pagnotta, on OilersNation Everyday, said that the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers talked about a trade involving defenseman Darnell Nurse and now Colorado Avalanche forward Nic Roy.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 6

From My Eyes: Effort beats talent and the Oilers came up short

While it took me some time to recover from the heartbreaking loss to the Anaheim Ducks in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, I finally sat down to write about my beloved Edmonton Oilers.

Jake Debrusk News / Oilersnation / May 6

Why Jake DeBrusk is not a solution for the Oilers

Why Jake DeBrusk is not a solution for the Edmonton Oilers For nearly half a decade, trade speculation has linked the Edmonton Oilers to Jake DeBrusk. After he signed long-term with the Canucks in 2024, however, that discussion died down.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 6

What are the Oilers’ best goaltending options for 2026-27?

A quick end to the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs for the Edmonton Oilers had everyone a bit surprised, but at the same time, it made sense. They had made two long runs in 2024 and 2025 and came into this season’s playoffs with a few key players hurting.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 5

Two Nuclear Winger Options Available for Oilers This Summer?

The Edmonton Oilers will be looking for a way to drastically improve the team after a disappointing exit from the first round of the playoffs. Both Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid noted that the team needed to get better in a hurry after taking a signficant step backward.

Roby Jarventie News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 5

Roby Jarventie Signs In Switzerland

Edmonton Oilers prospect Roby Järventie has signed a two-year contract with HC Ambrì-Piotta of the Swiss National League. Järventie was set to become a restricted free agent this summer.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Rumors / May 5

Is the Window Closing to Keep Connor McDavid in Edmonton?

The Edmonton Oilers know the time is now to win, given the contractual status of their captain, Connor McDavid. McDavid signed a two-year extension ahead of the 2025-26 season at an AAV of $12.5 million.