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Oilers Admit They Don’t Have a Plan for Discouraged Winger

Mark Spector’s piece on David Tomasek pulls back the curtain on something the Edmonton Oilers probably don’t love admitting publicly: they don’t really know what they’re doing with him.

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Oilers Give David Tomasek a Second Chance in Suggested Trade With Bruins

The Edmonton Oilers shocked the hockey world recently, moving on from Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak, while they brought in Tristan Jarry and Samuel Poulin in a trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

NHL News / The Oil Rig / November 25

The Edmonton Oilers have a point-shot problem

What’s the first thing you think of when you think of the Edmonton Oilers offence? A highlight reel Connor McDavid goal? A Leon Draisaitl power play snipe?

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 7

Oilers’ new arrival surprisingly surfaces in trade rumors

The Edmonton Oilers’ roster is generating plenty of trade buzz this week, and one name in particular is raising eyebrows.

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

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The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz

Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

The 'Team Canada 2025 Four Nations Face-Off roster' quiz

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 16

David Tomasek Might Be the Oilers’ New Weapon

With Zach Hyman out of the lineup for a while, Edmonton Oilers fans are left wondering who could step up alongside Connor McDavid. Playing with McDavid isn’t just about skill—it’s about anticipation, hockey sense, and knowing exactly where the captain wants the puck before he even moves.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 9

Oilers sign forward Jack Roslovic to one-year deal

The Oilers announced they’ve signed forward Jack Roslovic to a one-year deal worth $1.5M. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman was first to report the deal. Edmonton won’t be able to officially register the contract until they make a corresponding roster move, as they’ve got a full 23-man contingent.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / October 7

Oilers place Zach Hyman on LTIR, recall David Tomasek from AHL

The Edmonton Oilers have placed left winger Zach Hyman on long-term injured reserve and recalled right winger David Tomasek from the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors, the team announced Tuesday, hours before the official start of the 2025-26 NHL season.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 6

Oilers make multiple roster moves after Connor McDavid, Jake Walman extensions

After doling out extensions to Connor McDavid and Jake Walman earlier on Monday, the Edmonton Oilers are hustling to become cap-compliant when opening night rosters are due.

What Connor McDavid's discount extension means for Oilers

McDavid's new deal sends clear message to Oilers

Reports: Oilers lock up D Jake Walman with seven-year, $49M deal

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz