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Darnell Nurse has another good, not great season: 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.

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Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins

As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded Vasily Podkolzin, and next up is Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. The 32-year-old recorded 20 goals and 49 points in 78 games last season, with a plus-4 rating.

Carter Hart News / Total Apex Sports / July 26

The Edmonton Oilers and Carter Hart Could Be a Potential Match

It has been a few days since Carter Hart was found not guilty in the Hockey Canada Trial, and his NHL future is currently up in the air. The league has not reinstated Hart or the four other players who were put on trial, and until that happens, he is not eligible for an NHL return.

Edmonton Oilers News / House of Hockey / July 26

Edmonton Oilers Eyeing One Last Big Move This Summer Per New Report

The Edmonton Oilers have made some additions this off-season, but heading into training camp, Stan Bowman is reportedly looking for help in the top-six.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

The 'NHL Vezina Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 26

Best Oilers Fights of 2024-25: Ty Emberson throws down with Jakub Lauko

Early in the season, the Edmonton Oilers needed to find a way to get going. After starting the season 0-3-0, the Philadelphia Flyers were threatening to give the Oilers four consecutive losses before Troy Strecher fought Sean Couturier after hitting Stuart Skinner.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 26

Edmonton’s Other Connor: What’s Next for the Physical Forward?

While Connor McDavid and his contract situation dominate headlines, another Connor is in the Edmonton Oilers’ system, and his future isn’t clear either.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / The Hockey Writers / July 26

Oilers’ Nugent-Hopkins and the Value of Loyalty & Staying the Course

With all the buzz lately about possible trades and cap crunches, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ (RNH) name has surfaced in a few “what if” conversations. But before we get caught up in hypotheticals, it’s worth taking a moment to appreciate what Nugent-Hopkins has actually meant to the Edmonton Oilers.

Evan Bouchard News / The Oil Rig / July 26

2024–25 Edmonton Oilers player grade: Evan Bouchard

It is strange to remember that just two seasons ago Evan Bouchard was essentially a third pairing defenceman. Prior to the acquisition of Mattias Ekholm, the Edmonton Oilers were seen as being careful with entrusting too much to Bouchard.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 26

Is Now the Time for the Oilers to Buy Low on $26M Goalie?

There isn’t much available in free agency or on the trade market if the Edmonton Oilers are determined to upgrade their goaltending this summer. If the plan is to do something before training camp, GM Stan Bowman is running out of time and options.

Vasily Podkolzin News / The Hockey Writers / July 26

Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: Vasily Podkolzin

As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded Corey Perry, and now we move on to Vasily Podkolzin. The Oilers acquired Podkolzin in August 2024 from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for a 2025 fourth-round pick, in what was Edmonton’s most underrated move of the offseason.

Jake Walman News / The Oil Rig / July 26

Predicting Jake Walman’s next contract with the Edmonton Oilers

The offseason is upon us, hockey players hit the golf course, and we speculate wildly as to what the next season will look like. Today’s task is to predict what Jake Walman’s next contract will look like.

Stuart Skinner News / Oilersnation / July 26

Bold Predictions: Oilers get their first Calder Trophy winner, Stuart Skinner shines in a contract year, and more

We’re right in the middle of the off-season dead zone, the takes are slowing down, and Oilers Twitter/X is quiet enough that even a lacklustre rumour can start chaos.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 26

5 Reasons the Edmonton Oilers Will Be Better in 2025-26

The Edmonton Oilers have had two very good seasons in a row, a rather obvious statement given that they’ve played in back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals. That

Viral Photos Emerge of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift Skating With Former Oilers Fan-Favorite

Some photos have emerged making their rounds online, and going viral, showing former Oilers fan-favorite Jarret Stoll skating with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

Ben Scrivens News / Inside The Rink / July 25

Ghosts Of Oilers Past: Ben Scrivens

With goaltending becoming a more humongous topic among Oilers fans than it already was prior to this season, why not have some fun and reminisce about one of the very few good highlights during the Decade of Darkness?

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The 'MLB mascot names' quiz

The 'NBA Summer League MVPs' quiz

The 'Multiple 100-RBI MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / July 25

NHL Insider Predicts Oilers Will Complete Three Blockbuster Extensions Before Training Camp

NHL insider Bob Stauffer strongly believes the Oilers will extend three of their key players, Connor McDavid, Jake Walman, and Mattias Ekholm, before training camp.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 25

'In what world does this make sense?’: Oilers and $63M forward

According to some, throw out the idea that the Edmonton Oilers should pursue Max Pacioretty. A veteran forward who has earned over $63 million over the course of his NHL career has yet to sign an NHL contract and was recently mentioned in a post by David Staples as a possible fit.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 25

Examining Every Recent Goalie Rumor Linked to the Oilers

As the offseason slows, goaltending speculation around the Edmonton Oilers is heating up—but few of the rumored options appear realistic. Edmonton has been linked to several names on the goaltending market, but, to this point, the Oilers haven’t felt the desire to pull the trigger on anything.

Mattias Janmark News / Oilersnation / July 25