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Pierre LeBrun Reveals What Many Feared About McDavid's Next Contract After Edmonton's Collapse

Following the latest SCF loss by the Oilers, NHL analyst Pierre LeBrun is revealing what many Edmonton fans are fearing about Connor McDavid's next contract.

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Edmonton Oilers Cup Final Defeat x2: Offseason Plans

When the Edmonton Oilers lost Game 7 last year, I was being a good sport and watching the entire Florida Panthers team raise the Stanley Cup. After Game 6 last week, I couldn’t take seeing the same team do it at our expense for the second time in a row.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 23

Friedman: There’s a ‘decent chance’ the Oilers re-sign Kasperi Kapanen

Stan Bowman arrived in Edmonton last July with much of the off-season work already completed. He still had to deal with the fallout from offer sheets for Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg, but his only additions to the roster prior to the start of the season were acquiring their replacements in Vasily Podkolzin and Ty Emberson.

Elliotte Friedman News / House of Hockey / June 23

Both Sides Know It's Time to Move On': Oilers Set to Trade Forward Per Elliotte Friedman

The Oilers, coming off their second straight Stanley Cup Finals loss to the Florida Panthers, are unsurprisingly reeling. With generational talent Connor McDavid being eligible for an extension as of July 1st, and reports suggesting that extension may not be long-term have Oilers fans and management alike concerned.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 23

Oilers expected to scour trade market in search for goaltending help, go to players with options

One of the biggest takeaways from Stan Bowman’s press conference last Friday was about the area’s he felt the team needed to address the most. “I’ve always

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / June 23

The Oilers need a difference-maker in net – but will they get one this summer?

After another disappointing loss to the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final, the Edmonton Oilers will likely be looking for a new goaltender to take over for Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 23

Oilers News & Rumours: Press Conference Notes, Skinner, McDavid

The Edmonton Oilers came up short again this season and lost for the second straight campaign against the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final. As fans begin to speculate what the Oilers’ offseason will look like, here is the latest news and rumours surrounding the Oilers as the 2025 NHL Draft and free agency approach.

Stuart Skinner News / Blade of Steel / June 23

Don Cherry Blasts Oilers Goalie Stuart Skinner in Unfiltered Rant

Stuart Skinner has been under fire for his play in the Stanley Cup Finals, and now Don Cherry has fired a major shot at the Edmonton Oilers goaltender.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 23

A Look at the Oilers Off-Season

It is NHL Draft week, and the Edmonton Oilers’ amateur scouting department won’t make a pick until the third round, barring a trade. The Oilers are in win-now mode, and high draft picks will be rare for the foreseeable future.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23

Oilers Forward with No-Move Clause Open to Trade in Right Deal

Sportsnet and NHL insider Elliotte Friedman is reporting that Viktor Arvidsson is willing to work with the Edmonton Oilers to find a trade fit. Despite having a no-move clause and a ton of say into where he winds up, Arvidsson sees that the fit didn’t quite pan out as everyone was hoping.

Viktor Arvidsson News / Oilersnation / June 23

Despite no-movement clause, Viktor Arvidsson ‘going to work’ with Oilers on trade

All signs point to a pending breakup between the Edmonton Oilers and Viktor Arvidsson — and a report Monday suggests the team might have an easier time than expected in moving on from the winger.

Mitch Marner News / The Oil Rig / June 23

Breaking down whether the Edmonton Oilers should pursue Mitch Marner

It seems all but certain that pending unrestricted free agent Mitch Marner will be leaving the Toronto Maple Leafs. His destination is entirely up in the air at the moment, with plenty of teams rumoured to be expressing interest in the star forward.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / June 23

Former 35-Goal Scorer's Time in Edmonton Is Likely Over as Insider Reveals Shocking New Information

Former 35-goal scorer Viktor Arvidsson's time with the Oilers is likely over, as NHL insider Elliotte Friedman revealed both sides know it's time for a change.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 23

Free agent goalies the Oilers could target this off-season

It seems inevitable that the Edmonton Oilers will go into next season with a different goaltending tandem after dropping their second Stanley Cup Final in a row.

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23

Oilers Updates: Possible Goalie Target, Bouchard Contract, and More

On the latest episode of 32 Thoughts, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman offered a glimpse into the Edmonton Oilers’ offseason priorities—and it’s clear the team has some major decisions ahead.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / June 23

The positives that came out of the Edmonton Oilers 2025 Stanley Cup run

After another season without winning a Stanley Cup, Oil Country appears to be in a full blown meltdown. There is plenty of conversation about how this team is just not good enough and that major improvements are needed if they want even a chance to win a Cup.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / June 23

Oilers Must Make Goaltending Top Offseason Priority

For two straight years, the Edmonton Oilers have fallen just short of their ultimate goal of winning the Stanley Cup. In each of the last two years, the Oilers have lost in the Cup Final to the Florida Panthers, with various factors playing a role in their downfall.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / June 23

Edmonton Oilers Nearly Traded for Star Franchise Goalie: Could They Circle Back?

The Oilers poked around and nearly traded for Bruins franchise goalie Jeremy Swayman, leading many to wonder whether they may do so again this summer. The Edmonton Oilers know they must do everything they can to improve their goaltending heading into the 2025-2026 season.

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / June 23

NHL Analyst Suggests Uncommon Path for Connor McDavid’s Next Contract

The Edmonton Oilers are coming off a second consecutive Stanley Cup Final loss, once again to the Florida Panthers in six games after forcing Game 7 last season.

Connor McDavid News / Full Press Hockey / June 23

NHL Rumors: Connor McDavid is not Leaving Edmonton

Jim Biringer and David Calabretta are back on the Full Press Hockey Podcast with their latest NHL Rumors Weekly Segment. With the NHL Draft coming up and Free Agency right around the corner, they dive into the hot topics, which include the future of Connor McDavid in Edmonton, where Mitch Marner signs, and what the Montreal Canadiens do.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 22

Oilers’ Best Goaltending Options for Next Season

Fans and sports media alike have been looking for a scapegoat ever since the Edmonton Oilers were bounced from the Stanley Cup Final yet again; the stars didn’t show up, coaching failed them, depth was abysmal, defence was weak, and everything in between.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / June 22

Oilers Checked In On Elite Goalie

The Edmonton Oilers know they must improve their goaltending heading into the 2025-2026 season. The duo of Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard underperformed in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, leaving the Oilers on the losing end of the Finals for the second consecutive season.

Evan Bouchard News / The Hockey Writers / June 22

Why $250K Could Make or Break Evan Bouchard’s Future with Oilers

Per the 2 Mutts Hockey Podcast: “It sounds like Evan Bouchard has told the Edmonton Oilers his ask is 8 years with an AAV of $ 10M. Oilers know that an

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23

Insider: Connor McDavid to re-sign, but Oilers to 'undo' past mistakes

One of the NHL’s more plugged-in insiders had a conversation with one of the Edmonton Oilers’ most trusted sources and discussed the offseason plans for Edmonton, including the likelihood of an extension for Connor McDavid.

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