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Trade speculation around the Edmonton Oilers had cooled slightly in recent weeks, and much of that can be traced back to recent comments from the President and CEO of Hockey Operations, Jeff Jackson.

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Oilers recall Riley Stillman from AHL Condors

Amid the busy news day in Alberta’s provincial capital, the Edmonton Oilers announced that the team has recalled defenceman Riley Stillman from their American Hockey League affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 12

Edmonton Oilers Recall Riley Stillman

After acquiring netminder Tristan Jarry and defenseman Spencer Stastney earlier today while moving out Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak, it was likely the Edmonton Oilers were going to have to make an additional roster move for depth purposes.

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Spencer Stastney News / Inside The Rink / December 12

Edmonton Oilers Acquire Spencer Stastney

The Edmonton Oilers started the morning off by acquiring Tristan Jarry from the Pittsburgh Penguins. They sent defenseman Brett Kulak in the trade, which opened a spot on the d-core.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 12

Oilers make pair of trades sending Stuart Skinner, Kulak to Penguins for Tristan Jarry, draft pick to Predators for Spencer Stastney

The Stuart Skinner era in Edmonton is over. The Edmonton Oilers traded the goaltender to the Pittsburgh Penguins alongside Brett Kulak and a second-round pick in the 2029 draft in exchange for goaltender Tristan Jarry, and forward Samuel Poulin.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 12

Oilers acquire Tristan Jarry from Penguins for Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, 2029 second round pick

At long last, the Edmonton Oilers are finally making a move to improve their goaltending. The Oilers acquired goaltender Tristan Jarry and forward Sam Poulin from the Pittsburgh Penguins on Friday in exchange for Stuart Skinner, defenseman Brett Kulak and a 2029 second-round draft pick.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 12

Zach Hyman hat trick powers Oilers win, Connor McDavid’s heater, and the rise of Mattias Ekholm

After laying an egg for 40 minutes against Buffalo and costing themselves the chance at a second point, the Edmonton Oilers were back in action for a rematch against the Detroit Red Wings.

Vasily Podkolzin News / Oilersnation / December 12

Oilers’ Vasily Podkolzin has emerged as a true top-six forward this season

Through 31 games in the 2025-26 season, it hasn’t all been sunshine and rainbows for the Edmonton Oilers. They occupy the top Wild Card spot with a 14-11-6 record and 34 points.

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NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 12

Exhaustion Kicks in as Red Wings Fall to Oilers

The Red Wings suffered their first regulation loss of the road trip, 4-1, to the Edmonton Oilers, despite getting a majority of the dominant looks in the first period.

Zach Hyman News / Field Level Media / December 11

Zach Hyman's hat trick lifts Oilers over red hot Red Wings

Zach Hyman netted a hat trick and Connor McDavid collected four assists to lead the host Edmonton Oilers to a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 11

Oilers Recall Max Jones, Place Clattenburg, Roslovic On IR, Walman To LTIR

Earlier today the Edmonton Oilers announced that Max Jones has been recalled from AHL Bakersfield, while fellow forwards Connor Clattenburg and Jack Roslovic have been placed on injured reserve.

Edmonton Oilers News / Last Word On Sports / December 11

Edmonton Oilers List of Injuries Grows as D-Man Added to LTIR

The Edmonton Oilers are in the news today and it’s not all that positive for the organization. The main news is that defenceman Jake Walman has been placed on long-term injured reserve.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 11

Oilers Injury Update: Frederic, Jones, Walman, Clattenburg

The Edmonton Oilers offered an injury update following Wednesday’s practice, where Trent Frederic left the practice after taking a puck to the face. On Thursday morning, coach Kris Knoblauch reported that Frederic was doing OK and would play versus the Detroit Red Wings.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / December 11

Oilers place Roslovic, Clattenburg on IR; Walman moved to LTIR

The Edmonton Oilers announced several transactions on Thursday, including that forwards Jack Roslovic and Connor Clattenburg had been placed on injured reserve, and that defenseman Jake Walman had been moved to long-term injured reserve.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / December 11