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In the third of a four-part return to blogging, I have been writing articles talking to myself on the first day that OilersNation went live way back in 2007.

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Oilers blue line changes: Comparing Ryan Shea to Darnell Nurse, and a Mukhamadullin update

The Edmonton Oilers’ offseason took an interesting turn on July 1, when Darnell Nurse was traded to the San Jose Sharks. Edmonton received two pieces in return for Nurse, with Zack Sharp coming back as well as the main piece, Shakir Mukhamadullin, in exchange for the longtime Oilers defenceman.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / November 13

McDavid prepares to dazzle in hometown return: ‘Toronto is a place where you get a little more juice’

No matter how many times Connor McDavid is asked about Toronto and the burning desire of Maple Leafs fans to proclaim he’s going to sign there one day, the Edmonton Oilers captain does seem to have this game circled once a year.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / November 13

Does Connor McDavid already have the Hart Trophy locked down?

The greatest player in the world is scoring at a torrid pace and seems well on his way toward taking home another individual accolade. Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid has been ridiculous through the first two months of the 2026-27 season.

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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 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

Evan Bouchard News / Professor Press Box / November 13

How Has Evan Bouchard Become the Oilers' Difference-Maker?

In some seasons, a player takes another step in his development; in others, he starts to look like he’s finally figured out just how good he can be. Edmonton Oilers defenceman Evan Bouchard seems to be doing the latter.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 13

Could the Oilers surprise and acquire a big name in blockbuster trade?

The Edmonton Oilers have remained fairly quiet on the trade front for a while. With the team on a roll, there’s no need to make a desperate move. However, they might surprise and make a move from their position of strength.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 13

Oilers’ Second-Unit Depth Problem: No Big Deal or a Point of Trade Debate?

In a recent article for The Athletic, Allan Mitchell asks whether the Edmonton Oilers need to trade to upgrade their second pair on the blue line. Suggesting

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 13

Looking at the Oilers’ Best 20-Game Starts in Franchise History

Captain Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers played their 20th game of the 2026-27 NHL season on Wednesday (Nov. 11), defeating the Philadelphia Flyers by a score of 3-2 in overtime at Rogers Place.

Zach Hyman News / The Oil Rig / November 13

Evaluating Zach Hyman’s fit on the current Edmonton Oilers

With two years left on a seven-year, $5.5M contract, Zach Hyman has just four points through the first nine games of his season. At age 34, some might be worried if time has caught up to him.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 13

Which Oilers players are leaders in the dressing room?

Team culture matters. Which Edmonton Oilers players are good in the dressing room? Who leads with their voice? Who holds other players accountable? Who rallies the boys when the chips are down?

Owen Michaels News / Oil on Whyte / November 13

Edmonton Oilers rookie Owen Michaels continues to struggle

The Edmonton Oilers signed forward Owen Michaels to a one-year entry level contract in April 2026. His deal expired and he was promptly re-signed, inking a new two-year deal that began this season.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 / Oil on Whyte / November 13

A former Oilers prospect made his NHL debut on Wednesday

One year after Sam O'Reilly was selected by the Edmonton Oilers at the end of the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft, the team shipped him off to the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for Isaac Howard.

NHL News / Oilersnation / November 12

Former Oilers prospect Sam O’Reilly scores point in NHL debut with Lightning

A former Edmonton Oilers prospect made some noise in his NHL debut on Wednesday night. In the Tampa Bay Lightning’s 8-3 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday, Sam O’Reilly picked up an assist, his very first point in the NHL.

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The 'NL Cy Young-winners' quiz

The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 12

Oilers quarter-mark review: Far more positives than negatives

The Edmonton Oilers are 14-3-3 through 20 games and are off to the best start in franchise history in 31 seasons. The 1984-85 team was also 14-3-3, while the 1983-84 team was 16-3-1.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 12

Oilers finding ways to win, but cracks start to show

The Edmonton Oilers are 20 games through the season. They have a league-best 14-3-3 record for 31 standings points, and it’s hard to complain about banking wins early in a season — doubly so for this organization that has had slow starts as a calling card in recent years.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 12

Oilers Will Soon Have a Very Interesting Dilemma Between the Pipes

The Edmonton Oilers goaltending has been a storyline once again through the first 20 games of the 2026-27 season, but not for the reason many feared. Instead, the duo of Tristan Jarry and Devon Levi have been amongst the best goalies throughout the NHL.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / November 12

Connor McDavid’s hot start is driving Oilers’ success

As of the morning of November 12, the Edmonton Oilers had the most points in the standings of any team in the NHL. It should come as no surprise that that

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / November 12

The Oilers' Goaltending Looked Like a Problem. What Happened?

Remember when goaltending looked like one of the biggest question marks facing the Edmonton Oilers coming into this season? After what happened last year, it was hard to blame fans for worrying.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / November 12

Edmonton Oilers withstand pressure from the Flyers and earn a victory

Though it's very likely temporary, the Edmonton Oilers ended Wednesday's NHL action as the top team in the standings. Only one of the two next-closest teams, the Carolina Hurricanes and the Minnesota Wild, have played fewer games than the Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 12

Six potential Oilers targets from Daily Faceoff’s NHL trade board

The NHL season may still be young in its totality, but there’s been no lack of major storylines when it comes to player movement. The Connor Hellebuyck blockbuster went down in late October, and Kirill Marchenko was sent from Columbus to Toronto while Matthew Knies went the other way in a seven-piece trade.