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Grading Oilers & Penguins’ Stastney-for-Hallander Swap

The Edmonton Oilers had too many defensemen on their roster, while the Pittsburgh Penguins were dealing with an overabundance of forwards. On Wednesday (Oct.

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Pre-Scout: Oilers are California Dreamin’ of playoff payback against Ducks

Nothing builds team morale like a road trip, and this one for the Edmonton Oilers is perfect. Three games in sunny California with multiple days between each matchup?

Filip Hallander News / NHL Trade Talk / October 7

There’s Something Familiar About the Filip Hallander Trade for the Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers have traded a defenceman for a forward listed as a center who has barely played the position in the NHL. In acquiring Filip Hallander

Kirby Dach News / The Hockey Writers / October 7

Oilers’ Trade Interest in Kirby Dach Is Very Puzzling

While the Edmonton Oilers own a 2-0-1 record through their first three games of the season, it’s fair to say there have been a few points of concern with their overall play.

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How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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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.

NHL News / Oilersnation / October 7

Oilers acquire Filip Hallander from Penguins for Spencer Stastney

The Edmonton Oilers have acquired forward Filip Hallander from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for defenceman Spencer Stastney, the club announced Wednesday.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 7

Oilers Acquire Filip Hallander from Penguins for Spencer Stastney

The Edmonton Oilers are bringing in some forward depth and moving out one of their extra defenceman. The Oilers have been running with eight defensemen for a while, and have had injuries up front, so a move needed to be made.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 7

Oilers Trade Spencer Stastney to Penguins for Filip Hallander

The Edmonton Oilers addressed their forward depth on Wednesday, acquiring centre Filip Hallander from the Pittsburgh Penguins for defenceman Spencer Stastney.

Evan Bouchard News / The Hockey Writers / October 7

Oilers’ Bouchard Snubbed in Early Norris Trophy Poll

It took just three games for Evan Bouchard to declare where he belongs in the Norris Trophy conversation. The Edmonton Oilers defenceman has opened the 2026-27 season with four goals and eight points, leading all NHL defencemen in scoring and ranked second among all NHL players behind only Connor McDavid.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Connor McDavid Reveals True Feelings on Alex Ovechkin After Retirement News

Connor McDavid grew up watching Alex Ovechkin become one of the NHL’s biggest stars, but the Edmonton Oilers captain admitted Tuesday that he was not rooting for the Washington Capitals winger at the time.

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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.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 7

Oilers, Penguins Swap Spencer Stastney, Filip Hallander

The Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburgh Penguins have lined up for another trade. This time, the Oilers have traded defenseman Spencer Stastney to the Penguins for forward Filip Hallander.

Jake Walman News / The Oil Rig / October 7

Should the Edmonton Oilers have any concern with Jake Walman?

The Edmonton Oilers have gotten off to an interesting start to the season. Their offence has been elite, defence has been alright, and goaltending has been questionable, to say the least.

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NHL News / Oilersnation / October 7

Examining the Ducks’ start to the season ahead of Oilers visit to Anaheim

This week, the Edmonton Oilers begin their first extended road trip of the season, and there is no better place to begin this California trip than the Honda Center against the team that eliminated them last spring.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 7

Is it too early to tell who has the Edmonton Oilers’ starting goaltender spot?

Ah, the Edmonton Oilers and goaltending. The two go together like peanut butter and jelly. One of the biggest talking points, as it’s been with seemingly every Oilers season this century, is the quality of the goaltending Edmonton will get this season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 7

The Oilers aren’t an old team anymore

“The Edmonton Oilers are too old!” No, they’re not, and it’s not even close. Some people still take shots at the Oilers, saying they’re old and their window is closing.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 7

Oilers’ Connor McDavid shares hilarious take after Alex Ovechkin’s retirement announcement

Alex Ovechkin’s farewell tour is officially underway, and the tributes have started pouring in from around the NHL. Connor McDavid offered one of his own on Tuesday, though the Edmonton Oilers captain could not resist adding an honest confession about where his loyalties were as a kid.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 6

ONR: Devon Levi shines, the Oilers head to California, and Gavin McKenna’s early struggles

It’s Tuesday afternoon, which means a fresh episode of Oilersnation Radio is ready to massage your eardrums with an hour of off-season Oilers talk. On today’s podcast, the fellas discussed the Oilers’ 3-1 win over Seattle, injury updates, looked at the upcoming road trip, line combinations, and more.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 6

Oilers seek revenge against Ducks after playoff ouster

The Anaheim Ducks will look to continue their unbeaten start when they host the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday in a rematch from last season's Stanley Cup playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 6

Tuesday Thoughts: Lots of goals, Stastney’s trade market, McDavid’s best start, and more

My least favourite statement from an analyst is during a high-scoring NHL game when someone says, “The coaches won’t like it.” The harsh truth is offence sells the game in the regular season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 6

Four young forwards the Oilers could trade a defenceman for

After starting the year with a boatload of injuries up front, it appears help may be on the way for the Edmonton Oilers, but the search may have started long before the injury bug hit.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 6

Three takeaways from the first three games of the Oilers’ season

Three games into the season, Edmonton Oilers fans have already felt just about every emotion a person can feel. Oilers fans have felt excitement about

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 6

Oilers Linked to Eastern Conference Trade for Young Center, Says Insider

The Oilers are reportedly in the mix for a young forward from an Eastern Conference club, according to NHL insider Darren Dreger. Speaking on The Nielson Show, Dreger declined to name the player but offered a detailed description.

Ryan Cameron News / Oilersnation / October 6

Exclusive: Oilers goaltending prospect Ryan Cameron sets sights on USHL season: ‘I want to dominate’

Through the first three Edmonton Oilers games, the focus is on goaltending. What else is new around here? There is the Tristan Jarry and Devon Levi shuffle, the injury to Frederik Andersen delaying his Oilers debut, the rise of Connor Ungar to AHL starter, and prospects Samuel Jonsson and Nathan Day grinding it out in the ECHL.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 5

3 Forwards the Oilers Could Target in Reported 'Lateral Trade'

The Edmonton Oilers have gotten off to a strong start to their 2026-27 season, with a 2-0-1 record through their first three games. The fact they have had this solid of a start, with several key players out with injuries, proves they have some strong depth and could be in for a solid campaign if things keep working in their favour.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 5

Edmonton Oilers have found hidden gem in Owen Michaels

Owen Michaels is living proof that offensive totals don’t tell the whole story when it comes to a player. Not much was made of the fact that the Edmonton Oilers signed the undrafted college free agent last spring.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 4

Oilers Looking To Add Forward Depth

The Oilers have been hit with a rash of injuries to start the season, especially up front. However, their back end remains relatively healthy. To that

Owen Michaels News / The Hockey Writers / October 4

Oilers Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Injuries, Goaltending, Michaels Debut, & More

The regular season is underway, and the Edmonton Oilers are off to a 2-0-1 start against divisional rivals. They kicked off their schedule with a tough 6-5 overtime loss to the Vancouver Canucks, then responded with a 9-7 win over Vancouver after nearly choking away an 8-2 lead.