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What led to Jake Walman becoming a healthy scratch for the Oilers?

When Jake Walman wired home the go-ahead goal late in the third period against the Florida Panthers in Game 4 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, it felt like the cherry on top of what was already a superb playoff run from the Edmonton Oilers’ defenceman.

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Oilers Will Be a Brand-New Team When They Return to Full Strength

It feels like a broken record being played every time we talk about the Edmonton Oilers’ biggest problem of the early season: injuries. It has plagued the team from the first puck drop in late September and it feels as though every time the injured reserve (IR) takes one step forward, it simultaneously takes two steps back.

Tristan Jarry News / Oilersnation / October 30

Tristan Jarry’s upcoming stretch will define his future with the Oilers

When Tristan Jarry’s struggles were at their worst last season, I came up with a gag to try to change the feng shui surrounding his performance. Nation Network video editor and the most vocal Jarry supporter I know, Padon, was at an Edmonton Oilers game with his cousin last winter.

Jake Walman News / The Hockey Writers / October 30

Oilers Pundit Suggests Organization May Have Concerns with Walman’s Work Ethic

After an injury-riddled 2025-26 season, both Edmonton Oilers fans and the organization were optimistic about a bounce-back 2026-27 for Jake Walman. Though it’s early, it’s been anything but that through the nine games he’s dressed so far.

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Evander Kane News / NHL Trade Talk / October 29

Could Oilers Bring Back Polarizing Forward to Add Grit to Bottom-Six?

The Edmonton Oilers could consider a familiar name if they want more size and scoring potential near the bottom of their lineup: Evander Kane. A reunion appears highly unlikely, and this is a hypothetical fit rather than reported interest.

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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 / NHL Trade Talk / October 29

5 Trade Targets Who Could Add Size and Physicality to the Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers could be looking to add more size and toughness to their forward group, with head coach Mike Babcock reportedly pushing for a more physically imposing lineup.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / October 29

3 Edmonton Oilers connections to Sir Patrick Stewart

The sad news today that acting legend Sir Patrick Stewart passed away at the age of 86 doesn't seem particularly hockey connected, or even hockey adjacent.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 29

Why the Edmonton Oilers should pass on trading for Matt Rempe

The Edmonton Oilers want more size and brawn in their lineup. At least, that’s what Frank Seravalli tells us in a column on Thursday morning: head coach Mike Babcock wants more trees, less shrubs.

Edmonton Oilers News / EssentiallySports / October 29

'Project Number One for the Off-Season': NASCAR’s Brad Moran Vows to End Fuel-Saving Farce After Talladega Debacle

The 2026 YellaWood 500 has revealed a bigger problem with NASCAR racing this year. After much debate and criticism around the field running on 25% throttle

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / October 29

Connor McDavid Is Playing a Different Sport Right Now

We’ve all seen Connor McDavid do ridiculous things for years. But what he’s doing this season is starting to feel a little silly. Wednesday night he got two more assists in a 4-0 win over the Flames, and in the process he broke an NHL record.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / October 29

NHL Game Recap: Calgary Flames at Edmonton Oilers with Line Combinations 10/29/2026

First Period Goals: Mathieu Joseph (3) / Connor McDavid (27), Evan Bouchard (15) at 7:46 / 1-0 EDM First Period Penalties: EDM / 5:04 / Ty Emberson, 5

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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.

Tristan Jarry News / Daily Faceoff / October 29

Jarry’s shutout against Flames a hopeful sign of things to come

It’s never a dull moment in the Edmonton Oilers‘ crease. After it looked like they were finally going to get some stable goaltending from Devon Levi, an undisclosed injury as knocked him out for a couple weeks, joining Frederik Andersen who’s missed all of the regular season thus far.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 29

Oilers Linked to Matt Rempe, But One Major Problem Makes This Trade Hard to Justify

It is no secret that Mike Babcock values size and grit in his lineup. Throughout the season, he has repeatedly referenced players’ “battle level” and ability to compete when discussing what it takes to win games.

Matt Rempe News / Oilersnation / October 29

Oilers trade rumours: Edmonton eyeing heavyweight Matt Rempe

The Edmonton Oilers want to get bigger in their bottom six, and one way they could do so is by trading for six-foot-nine New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 29

Connor McDavid sets NHL record, a Tristan Jarry shutout, and the Oilers get depth scoring galore

After collecting only a single point from their games against the Leafs and Red Wings, I was hopeful that there would be no better remedy for the Edmonton Oilers than a visit from the Calgary Flames.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 29

Can Connor McDavid finally win it all with the Edmonton Oilers?

The NHL is unlike many pro sports leagues. Loyalty is praised; winning a Stanley Cup with the team that drafted or signed you adds extra significance and respect.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-0 Win Over Flames

The Edmonton Oilers (9-2-2) finished their five-game homestand with a 4-0 shutout win over the Calgary Flames (5-7-0) on Oct. 28, and were 3-1-1. Connor McDavid set an NHL record for the longest season-opening assist streak with 13.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 29

Oilers close out homestand with shutout, but face tough road test ahead

The Edmonton Oilers needed a night like that. One where you face a division opponent, score four goals, slam the door defensively, and get your goaltender a shutout.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / October 29

Forechecking helps Oilers win the season's first Battle of Alberta

The Battle of Alberta has long been a fierce test for the Edmonton Oilers, but they passed their most recent one with flying colors. Despite a slow-ish start to the game, the Oilers picked up speed as they went along and earned a 4-0 win when all was said and done.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / October 29

NHL roundup: Oilers' Connor McDavid sets assist-streak record

Connor McDavid claimed another slot in the NHL record book and goaltender Tristan Jarry collected his first shutout of the season as the host Edmonton Oilers beat the Calgary Flames 4-0 on Wednesday.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / October 28

Connor McDavid keeps up torrid pace as Oilers smack Flames

Connor McDavid claimed another slot in the NHL record book and goaltender Tristan Jarry collected his first shutout of the season as the host Edmonton Oilers beat the Calgary Flames 4-0 on Wednesday.

Zach Hyman News / Daily Faceoff / October 28

Oilers place Zach Hyman on injured reserve

The Edmonton Oilers placed forward Zach Hyman on injured reserve with a sore neck, head coach Mike Babcock told reporters Wednesday. Hyman, 34, left Monday’s game against the Detroit Red Wings in the second period after he took a hit from Red Wings’ defenseman Andreas Englund.

Isaac Howard News / The Hockey Writers / October 28

Isaac Howard Deserves a Bigger Opportunity With the Oilers

Isaac Howard‘s first goal of the season against the Detroit Red Wings offered another glimpse of the offensive potential he brings to the Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / October 27

Are the Edmonton Oilers a one-line team?

The Edmonton Oilers find themselves in a predicament. They have the NHL’s top-two point leaders in their lineup — Connor McDavid with 34 and Leon Draisaitl with 24 — but beyond their linemate in Vasily Podkolzin and defenseman Evan Bouchard, the Oilers have no one with more than five points.

Zach Hyman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 27

Oilers’ Zach Hyman Leaves Game With Injury

The Edmonton Oilers lost another forward to injury last night against the Detroit Red Wings. Partway through the second period, winger Zach Hyman exited prematurely after being hit by Red Wings defenseman Andreas Englund.