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On YouTubeEvan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / October 17
When Do the Oilers Reach a Breaking Point With Evan Bouchard?
Evan Bouchard isn’t going anywhere, nor should he. Still, at some point, the excuses have to stop. The idea that the Edmonton Oilers should accept the good with the bad is fair — but only to a point.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 17
4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-2 Loss to Islanders
The Edmonton Oilers lost in regulation for the first time this season, falling 4-2 to the New York Islanders at UBS Arena in Elmont on Thursday (Oct. 16) night.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 17
Mistakes mount as Oilers lose on Long Island
After the Edmonton Oilers eked out a Tuesday night win over the New York Rangers on the back of a tremendous performance from Stuart Skinner, the team knew there were some things to address.
The '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?
Evan Bouchard News / ESPN / October 16
Bouchard vows to improve after mistake-filled loss 
Evan Bouchard had arguably one of the worst games of his NHL career in the Edmonton Oilers' loss at the New York Islanders on Thursday night.
The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season
Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.
NHL News / Oilersnation / October 16
Islanders beat lacklustre Oilers for first win of season: Recap, Highlights, and Reaction
For the first time this season, the Edmonton Oilers fell in regulation time. Facing the New York Islanders on the road, the Oilers lost by a score of 4-2, putting Edmonton at 2-1-1 on the early season.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 16
Insider Says Oilers 'Quasi Lurking In the Weeds' On Rival Star Winger
The Edmonton Oilers may be quietly keeping tabs on a potential future opportunity involving Los Angeles Kings forward Adrian Kempe. While no trade discussions
David Tomasek News / The Hockey Writers / October 16
David Tomasek Might Be the Oilers’ New Weapon
With Zach Hyman out of the lineup for a while, Edmonton Oilers fans are left wondering who could step up alongside Connor McDavid. Playing with McDavid isn’t just about skill—it’s about anticipation, hockey sense, and knowing exactly where the captain wants the puck before he even moves.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 16
Oilers May Be Better Off Not to Extend Brett Kulak
The Edmonton Oilers have done an excellent job of keeping their core group together. The biggest extension was Connor McDavid’s, who agreed to a two-year deal earlier this month.
Zach Hyman News / The Hockey Writers / October 16
Oilers Are Missing Zach Hyman to Start the Season
The Edmonton Oilers are missing a few key pieces to start the new season as guys are trying to get back to 100% for another potential extra long season.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 16
Oilers’ Forward Group Is the Deepest of the McDavid Era
For years, the Edmonton Oilers’ narrative was simple: Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl were transcendent talents, and the supporting cast was good but not deep enough.
Matthew Savoie News / Oilersnation / October 16
Panicking over Howard, Savoie getting dropped down the Oilers lineup unwarranted
The Edmonton Oilers are changing up their lines ahead of Thursday night’s matchup against the New York Islanders. During a Wednesday practice, David Tomášek rose up the lines to playing on the first line, as Issac Howard, already playing in a depth role, and Matt Savoie, who had been holding fort on the second line, fell down to the fourth line.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 16
How Edmonton Oilers Head Coach Kris Knoblauch can win the Jack Adams Award
Kris Knoblauch hasn’t even been on the job for two full years, as Edmonton Oilers head coach. Yet there’s already a reasonable argument he’s one of the best coaches in franchise history, apart from Glen Sather.
Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / October 16
Oilers Cannot Be Fooled By Early Success in Goal
The Edmonton Oilers have done this before. Over the past two seasons, they’ve ignored the signs, chosen to bury their heads in the sand and press on. It’s early into the 2025-2026 season, but it’s clear that they are going to repeat this same mistake.
Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / October 16
Oilers CEO says ‘there was no trade offer’ for McDavid during contract negotiation
While there was chaos and concern regarding whether Connor McDavid was going to re-sign with the Edmonton Oilers, there seemed to be little panic in the team’s front office.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 16
More Forward Changes Testing Oilers, But Team Finding Points
The Edmonton Oilers are off to a 2-0-1 start despite significant changes up front, proving they can find ways to win even when the offense hasn’t fully clicked.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 16
'Stu was our best killer': Darnell Nurse gushes over Stuart Skinner’s monster display at MSG
At Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night, Stuart Skinner turned aside all 30 shots he faced to backstop the Oilers to a 2–0 victory over the New York Rangers.
Nathaniel Day News / The Oil Rig / October 15
Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: Bakersfield Condors hope for a win with Nathaniel Day
Everyone except for the ECHL is underway now. This means that most prospects within the Edmonton Oilers system are back to on-ice development. Some early projections have Oilers prospects setting up the 2025–26 campaign to be their breakout season, and possible NHL prospects earlier than expected.
Stuart Skinner News / Athlon Sports / October 15
Oilers' Stuart Skinner Responds to Criticism After Coach, GM's Comments
Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner responded to the scrutiny around his early-season mistake in the best way possible on Tuesday. Days after Oilers
NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14
Rangers make wrong kind of history with another shutout loss
The 2025-26 New York Rangers season began with a lot of excitement due to the arrival of two-time Stanley Cup champion head coach Mike Sullivan. Things have not been off to a smooth start however.
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