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Oilers Fall Short in NHL Offseason Ranking

The Edmonton Oilers came so close to winning a title this year, but they fell in the Stanley Cup Final once again. For the second straight season, Edmonton wasn't able to get over the hump and they now face some big questions going forward.

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Kings Could Steal Connor McDavid From Oilers

As the Edmonton Oilers figure out how to proceed following their second straight Stanley Cup Final loss, the contract of star Connor McDavid has weighed heavily.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 24

Is Connor McDavid’s Contract Situation All That Unique?

Connor McDavid’s contract situation feels massive to Edmonton Oilers fans, but it’s not all that unique to what several other teams are experiencing right now.

Nikita Yevseyev News / Oilersnation / July 24

Despite rumours, Oilers aren’t looking to sign prospect Nikita Yevseyev to entry-level contract this summer

Rumours that the Edmonton Oilers were working to sign prospect defenceman Nikita Yevseyev to an entry-level contract ahead of next season appear to be remaining just that.

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Corey Perry News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: Corey Perry

As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded goaltender Stuart Skinner, and now we evaluate Corey Perry.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / July 24

Edmonton Oilers' Prospect Pool Set to Suffer Big Blow as Four Young Players Will Leave the Team

The signing deadline for prospects graduating from NCAA programs after four years is August 15th, so the Oilers are at risk of losing four of their players.

Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

NHL-Wide UFA Snag Makes McDavid’s Looming Contract Less Concerning

While Oilers fans are understandably anxious about Connor McDavid’s next contract, there might be reason for everyone to take a deep breath. By viewing the situation in the context of several other high-profile UFAs, McDavid’s situation is the same, yet different.

Beau Akey News / The Oil Rig / July 24

2025 Edmonton Oilers Prospect Rankings: #5 Beau Akey

Welcome back to The Oil Rig Edmonton Oilers 2025 Prospect Rankings, and now we are around halfway through all the rankings. In this iteration, we are taking a look at the 2024 2nd-best Oilers prospect, Beau Akey.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 24

Oilers Could Circle Back on Over $8M in Veteran Contracts Midseason

The Edmonton Oilers might not be done offering deals and extensions this summer. According to recent speculation, the team may reconsider the idea of signing a couple of veteran NHL players.

NHL News / Oilersnation / July 24

Best Oilers Fights of 2024-25: Vasily Podkolzin knocks out Jeremy Lauzon with three punches

The best move the Edmonton Oilers made in the 2024 offseason was trading for Vasily Podkolzin. The 10th overall pick in 2019, Podkolzin showed promise early in his career with a solid rookie season, scoring 14 goals and 26 points with the Vancouver Canucks in 2021-22.

Kirill Tyutyayev News / Blade of Steel / July 24

Oilers grab rival's forward in unexpected free agency move

The Edmonton Oilers' ECHL affiliate adds former Red Wings prospect Kirill Tyutyayev in a surprising late move that could give their system an edge heading into 2025-26.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / July 24

Report: Edmonton Oilers looking for another top-six forward

The Edmonton Oilers are going to look very different from last year come October when the regular season opens. Numerous key players won’t be returning to Edmonton this year, with new, typically younger players joining the squad, headlined by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.

Bryan Rust News / NHL Trade Talk / July 24

Oilers Linked to Penguins Scorer, But Trade Hits Serious Hurdles

Speculation is swirling around Pittsburgh Penguins winger Bryan Rust, and the Edmonton Oilers are the latest team to be linked to the veteran forward. According to the Edmonton Journal’s Jim Matheson, the Oilers are indeed interested in acquiring Rust, though the trade would be complicated.

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / July 24

NHL Insider Weighs in on Oilers’ Offseason and Connor McDavid’s Future

Connor McDavid’s contract situation looms large over the Edmonton Oilers with the star forward and team captain entering his final season under contract.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

3 Forwards the Oilers Should Trade for This Offseason

The trade market during the NHL offseason is not a very busy one. Compared to some of the big moves we see from a league like the NBA, the NHL sticks to their free agent signings.

Brett Kulak News / Oilersnation / July 24

Brett Kulak continues to punch above his weight class: 2024-25 Edmonton Oilers player review

Welcome to my annual player review series, where I dive into the Edmonton Oilers season player-by-player. We’ll look back at the season that was, what kind of impact each player had, and what we could see from them next season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / July 24

'Growing Concern' About Oilers Could Complicate No. 1 Priority

The Edmonton Oilers are already staring down the most critical decision in franchise history, and judging by their early moves, they might not be doing enough to build a promising future.

NHL News / Oilersnation / July 23

Looking at Kirill Kaprizov’s case as a comparable to Leon Draisaitl

Leon Draisaitl is set to become the NHL’s highest-paid player next season after signing an eight-year, $14 million per year contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers last summer.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 23

Oilers Expected to Give Howard, Savoie Looks in Top-Six Forward Role

Edmonton Oilers fans haven’t been excited about prospects in a while, but with the additions of Matthew Savoie and Isaac Howard, who are expected to take big steps forward next season, fans are hopeful they can establish themselves as stars and can help the Oilers remain contenders for quite a few seasons.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 23

Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: Stuart Skinner

As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded Jeff Skinner, and now we will evaluate Stuart Skinner.

Kris Knoblauch News / Oilersnation / July 23

Head coach Kris Knoblauch on his new coaching staff, adjustments to Oilers’ penalty kill, and more

Since taking over behind the bench on November 12, 2023, Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch has more combined regular-season and playoff wins than every coach in the NHL, except Paul Maurice.

NHL News / Hockey Latest / July 23

NHL Insiders Link Oilers in Possible Blockbuster Trade for Two Penguins 30-Goal Scorers

NHL insider David Pagnotta revealed the Oilers are searching for a top-six scorer, which led NHL analyst Levi Pike to suggest Rickard Rakell and Bryan Rust.

Edmonton Oilers News / Last Word On Sports / July 23

NHL Rumours: The Oilers Have Sights Set on Top-Six Scorer

Welcome back to the middle of July editions of NHL Rumours with us here at Last Word On Hockey. Today we try to summarize some of what’s been happening, but we will focus on the Edmonton Oilers situation.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 23

Oilers 'Might be Moving a Guy Out,' Says Closest Insider

“The Oilers already got a lot of forwards right now at this time,” Oilers Now host Bob Stauffer said this week. He added, “They might be moving a guy out.” The Oilers lost several forwards this summer, either via free agency or through trades.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / July 21

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Edmonton Oilers’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.