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Oilers Prospect Update: Notes on Ike Howard, Quinn Hutson, Maxim Beryozkin, and more

Since our last update, there have been some updates on the main European prospects, while a handful of North American prospects got into pre-season games with the big-league club.

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Some goaltending options the Edmonton Oilers should keep an eye on

While it is still only preseason, the lingering fears of the Edmonton Oilers’ goalie situation are still persistent. Stuart Skinner did not have a good night against the Seattle Kraken, with two arguably very weak goals.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 26

Noah Philp Could Be Oilers’ Spiritual Successor to Derek Ryan

Derek Ryan is no longer part of the Edmonton Oilers. After four seasons with the team and a decade in the NHL, the veteran centre recently announced his retirement from professional hockey.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 26

Oilers Inching Closer to Locking in D-Man on Long-Term Deal

There have been whispers this week that the Edmonton Oilers and Jake Walman are nearing a finalization of a deal that would keep the defenseman in Edmonton long-term.

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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?

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

Noah Philp News / Oilersnation / September 26

Oilers Roster Battles: Noah Philp deserves a spot, pumping the brakes on Atro Leppänen, and more

Edmonton Oilers training camp is more than a week old, and after watching the team play a handful of pre-season games, some roster spots are clearly up for grabs.

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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.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / September 26

McDavid Deserves Blame in Oilers’ Playoff Shortcomings

With all the discourse surrounding Connor McDavid and his contract situation, there have been a variety of takes from fans across the hockey world. Edmonton Oilers fans, of course, are praying that the two sides can agree on an extension, regardless of the term on the deal.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 26

Oilers Being Linked to Goaltending Waiver Claim

When goaltender Connor Ingram was placed on waivers Thursday, the Edmonton Oilers instantly became a team that was being linked to a waiver claim. Among the hockey analysts and insiders connecting the dots was Sportsnet’s Nick Kypreos.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / September 25

Don’t buy into the fear mongering about Connor McDavid’s next contract

Unless you’ve been living under a rock or maybe trekking through Mongolia or something, you’ve probably noticed the chatter around Connor McDavid’s contract.

Andrew Mangiapane News / Oilersnation / September 25

Mangiapane’s goal among few bright spots in Oilers’ loss to Kraken

In terms of games that looked like pre-season hockey, boy, did Wednesday night’s game between the Edmonton Oilers and Seattle Kraken look like pre-season hockey.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / September 25

Oilers Reportedly Making Progress on Big Contract Extension

The Edmonton Oilers fell in the Stanley Cup Final for the second straight season, sending the franchise into a tough offseason. The Oilers believed that last season was the year that they would bring home the title, but again, they fell short of the goal.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 25

Where do Oilers’ Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard rank among NHL’s 32 goalie tandems?

If you ever think fans of the Edmonton Oilers are hard on their netminders, just remember that those from outside the market are equally as tough on the masked men.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / September 25

Oilers Loading Top Line with Superstars

The Edmonton Oilers have reached the Stanley Cup Final in each of the last two seasons but fell short to the Florida Panthers both times. Heading into the 2025-26 season, the Oilers are looking to get over that final hump and once again become a championship team.

Connor McDavid News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 25

Oilers rumors: Could Connor McDavid stay on a short contract?

The Edmonton Oilers are getting prepared to make another run to the Stanley Cup Final, but everyone is worried about the future of Connor McDavid on the team.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 25

The Edmonton Oilers goaltending depth chart for the 2025–26 season

No player is more singled out than the goalie, shouldering the burdens of the crease alone. The position has been an area of concern for the Edmonton Oilers, as they changed goalie coaches this season.

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The 'Multiple 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active NFL passing YPG leaders' quiz

The '150-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'Active NFL game-winning-drives leaders' quiz

Evan Bouchard News / Oilersnation / September 25

What does a successful 2025-26 season look like for Oilers’ Evan Bouchard?

Evan Bouchard heads into the 2025–26 season as the Edmonton Oilers’ highest-paid defenceman and the fourth-highest-paid blueliner in the entire NHL, with the first year of his four-year contract paying $10.5 million annually, kicking in.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 25

Oilers Sticking With Questionable Trio After Tough Outing

The Edmonton Oilers lost 4-1 to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday, and there was a lot not to like about that game from an Oilers perspective. The most significant negative might have been what looked like a lack of chemistry between Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the third on that line, Trent Frederic.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 25

Exploring how the Edmonton Oilers are using their salary cap space in the 2025–26 season

The Edmonton Oilers enter the 2025–26 season again as the second-best team in the league, having fallen again to the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 25

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-1 Preseason Loss to Kraken

The Edmonton Oilers lost 4-1 to the Seattle Kraken in NHL preseason action at Rogers Place on Wednesday (Sept. 24). With the loss, Edmonton sees its 2025 preseason record drop to 2-1-1, including 0-1-1 at home.

Ilya Samsonov News / The Hockey Writers / September 25

Edmonton Oilers Should Sign Ilya Samsonov to a PTO

As the preseason gets into full swing and the season draws nearer, rosters are beginning the process of taking shape. Teams can still add players that are unsigned and give them a shot to make the team or at least find a spot in the system.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 25

Trent Frederic gets a look with McDavid and Draisaitl, and figuring out David Tomasek’s spot with the Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers faced off against the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday for game four of the pre-season at Rogers Place, and I decided to focus on two players who will be called upon to make an impact this season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 24

Oilers working on long-term extension for veteran defenseman amid Connor McDavid situation

The Edmonton Oilers have a lot of work to do leading up to the season.

Oilers winger Vasily Podkolzin taking leave of absence

Oilers sign former first-round pick to three-year extension

The 31 longest postseason games in NHL history

The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Vasily Podkolzin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 24

Oilers winger Vasily Podkolzin taking leave of absence

Edmonton Oilers winger Vasily Podkolzin will be taking an indefinite leave of absence from the club.

Zach Hyman News / Trade Talk Sports / September 24

Bad News for the Oilers: Zach Hyman Out Until November

The Edmonton Oilers got some bad news this week: Zach Hyman won’t be back in the lineup until at least November. Hyman, who underwent wrist surgery in late May, has been making steady progress in his recovery, but it’s clear he’s not ready to start the season.