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Who is Mathieu Joseph? 5 little-known facts about the Oilers forward

One of the things I’m most looking forward to when the Edmonton Oilers training camp starts is the battle for the bottom six, with several Oilers competing for jobs, including Mathieu Joseph.

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4 Oilers with the Most to Prove in 2026-27

There is no team in the NHL facing more pressure this coming season than the Edmonton Oilers. Not only is their captain in Connor McDavid entering the first year of his two-year contract extension, but they have plenty to prove after a disappointing 2025-26 season.

Matthew Savoie News / NHL Trade Talk / August 16

Does Oilers’ Sophomore Matt Savoie Have Something to Prove in 2026-27?

Matt Savoie doesn’t have anything left to prove about whether he belongs in the Edmonton Oilers lineup or the NHL. He settled that debate last season with an 18-goal breakout campaign that has many believing he can be a member of the team’s top six moving forward.

Michael Bunting News / NHL Trade Talk / August 16

Could Michael Bunting Give the Oilers a Little More Chaos?

The Edmonton Oilers definitely felt Connor Brown’s exit more than people might think. He wasn’t one of those guys lighting up the scoresheet every regular-season night, but he brought something that’s honestly hard to replace.

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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?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

William Nicholl News / The Oil Rig / August 16

2026 Edmonton Oilers Prospect Rankings: #10 William Nicholl

Welcome back to The Oil Rig Edmonton Oilers Prospect Rankings for the 2026 offseason. Coming in at #10, we have the former London Knights forward and 2024 seventh-rounder William Nicholl.

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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.

Trent Frederic News / Oilersnation / August 16

Frederic on killing penalties: ‘I’d love to have that role’

One of the issues with Trent Frederic last season was that the Edmonton Oilers couldn’t find him a role on the team. It became an overarching topic for the entire team: how can they galvanize their bottom-six, who are producing at some of the lowest rates in the McDavid-Draisaitl era?

Devon Levi News / Professor Press Box / August 15

What’s the Best-Case Scenario for the Oilers’ Devon Levi?

There is a pretty interesting question hiding in the Edmonton Oilers’ crowded goaltending situation: What if Devon Levi turns out to be better than anyone expects?

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / August 15

The NHL’s Most Disrespected Star: Why Evan Bouchard Deserves Better

Evan Bouchard is a fantastic NHL defenceman. Over the past few seasons, he has rounded out his game in Edmonton, ironing out many of the defensive issues that followed him early in his career.

Spencer Stastney News / Oilersnation / August 15

31 Oilers Questions: To trade or keep Spencer Stastney?

It looks to me like there are a few defensive corps around the NHL that have a Spencer Stastney-shaped hole in them. The Anaheim Ducks, for example, have

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / August 15

4 Remaining Free Agent Forwards the Oilers Should Target

The free agent signings in the NHL have ground to a halt as teams enjoy the last few weeks of summer and prepare for training camp; that doesn’t mean there isn’t still some excitement in store.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / August 15

3 Bold Predictions for the Oilers in 2026-27

Predictions are easy when they amount to Connor McDavid being great or Leon Draisaitl scoring a lot of goals. The fun begins when the outcome requires taking a real chance.

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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 / Oilersnation / August 15

Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 15: Damien Carfagna

Welcome to Oilersnation’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. After back-to-back goalies in the top 20 ranking, and an intriguing WHL playmaker in David Lewandowski, we land on Bakersfield Condors defenceman Damien Carfagna, who comes in at No.

Darnell Nurse News / The Oil Rig / August 15

Who will replace Darnell Nurse in the Edmonton Oilers leadership group?

Darnell Nurse’s time with the Edmonton Oilers has officially come to an end. He was dealt to the San Jose Sharks, getting a much-needed change of scenery.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / August 15

How the Oilers Should Handle Their Goaltending Logjam

The Edmonton Oilers have a logjam between the pipes, having eight goaltenders signed by the organization. Frederik Andersen, Tristan Jarry, Devon Levi, Matt Tomkins, Connor Ungar, Nathaniel Day, Samuel Jonsson, and Eemil Vinni are all under contract for the 2026-27 season.

Trent Frederic News / Oilersnation / August 15

‘I lost who I was’: Trent Frederic opens up about tough Oilers season

Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Frederic discussed how the high ankle sprain he suffered in the tail end of the 2024–25 season affected much of last year.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / August 14

31 Oilers Questions: Is winning a Stanley Cup the only way McDavid will re-sign?

Connor McDavid could’ve asked for any dollar amount last summer as he entered the final year of an eight-year contract. The Edmonton Oilers front office would’ve signed a blank cheque, and they would’ve done so merrily.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 14

Oilers building goaltending pipeline with Emil Vinni signing

The Emil Vinni signing news came as a surprise earlier this week. Not because of Vinni’s ability, but because of the logjam the Edmonton Oilers already have between the pipes. You’ve probably forgotten, but Vinni was the No.

Spencer Stastney News / The Hockey Writers / August 14

Sharks Trade Pitch Lands Oilers’ Spencer Stastney

Both the Edmonton Oilers and San Jose Sharks will be looking to make it into the playoffs this season following aggressive offseasons. They both did exactly what they needed to do.

Jeff Skinner News / Oilersnation / August 14

Former Oilers forward Jeff Skinner signs in Switzerland with EHC Biel-Bienne

A one-time Edmonton Oilers forward has decided to go overseas. Jeff Skinner is headed to Europe, signing a one-year deal with EHC Biel-Bienne of Switzerland’s National League that will last until April 2027.

Seth Griffith News / Oilersnation / August 14

‘From Peter Parker to Spider-Man’: Condors coach praises captain Seth Griffith

Building a minor league program that can churn out NHL talent is critical for the long-term health of an organization like the Edmonton Oilers. At its core, the AHL is a developmental league.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / August 14

Most Shafted Oiler in Recent Memory Leaves NHL, Signs With Swiss League Club

Former Edmonton Oilers forward Jeff Skinner didn’t have the easiest time in Edmonton. He was relatively productive given the lack of ice time and opportunity he got under then-head coach Kris Knoblauch, but it was clear, even in 2024-25, that Skinner’s career was winding down.

Eemil Vinni News / The Oil Rig / August 14

How Eemil Vinni will impact the Edmonton Oilers’ goaltending depth

The Edmonton Oilers recently signed goaltending prospect Eemil Vinni to a contract. On its own it is a good sign, but a deeper look into the depth chart offers a curious view.

Mike Babcock News / Professor Press Box / August 14

The Curse of the Elite Athlete: Why the Oilers Wanted Mike Babcock

There is something fascinating about the Edmonton Oilers hiring Mike Babcock that has little to do with systems, line combinations or even coaching style.