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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 20
2026 NHL Draft rankings: Final top 120
One. Week. To. Go. The 2026 NHL Draft is set to take place June 26-27 in Buffalo, less than a month after around 100 players met with teams in person at the combine.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 27
2026 NHL Draft Rankings: May Top 100
We’re finally almost at the end game. The 2026 NHL Draft will take place in just less than a month in Buffalo, with more than 200 players hoping to have their names called and their dreams realized.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 29
Pros and Cons of David Tomasek’s Exit From the Oilers
Shortly before the NHL returned to action following the holiday break, the Edmonton Oilers made the announcement that forward David Tomasek would be placed on waivers for the purpose of contract termination.
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 28
How the Oilers Can Use New Cap Flexibility After Tomášek’s Exit
The Edmonton Oilers didn’t uncover a financial windfall when David Tomasek’s contract was terminated, but the move still matters. The $1.2 million in cap relief—bringing Edmonton’s available space to about $1.03 million—wasn’t designed to add talent immediately.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 28
Oilers Taking Risk, Put Surprising Forward on Waivers
The Edmonton Oilers have placed forward Noah Philp on waivers, in addition to placing forward David Tomasek on waivers for the purpose of contract termination.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 28
Oilers place forwards Noah Philp, David Tomasek on waivers
On Sunday, the Edmonton Oilers announced they have activated forward Noah Philp off LTIR and placed him on waivers. Additionally, as previously reported, forward David Tomášek has now officially been placed on waivers for the purpose of contract termination.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 27
Oilers forward getting contract terminated after failed experiment
The Edmonton Oilers were hoping that forward David Tomasek would help to improve the depth scoring after he ripped up the Swedish Hockey League over the last two seasons — but that hasn’t been the case.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 26
Oilers Agree to Mutual Contract Termination With David Tomasek
On Friday (Dec. 26) morning, the Edmonton Oilers announced that they will be placing forward David Tomasek on waivers for the purpose of a mutual contract termination.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 26
Oilers place David Tomasek on waivers for purpose of contract termination
Looking for a Boxing Day deal? May I interest you in a slightly used David Tomasek? According to the Edmonton Oilers’ social media accounts, the team announced Friday that it will be placing forward David Tomasek on waivers for the purpose of contract termination.
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 / The Hockey Writers / December 27
NHL Rumors: Marchessault & Maple Leafs, Fleury Update, Tomasek Leaves Oilers
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun and Chris Johnston offered a couple of big stories on Friday. Among them was news focused on Jonathan Marchessault, Marc-Andre Fleury, Connor Murphy, and others.
Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / December 26
Oilers to terminate David Tomasek’s contract
A veteran player is going to become a free agent. On Friday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that, as soon as the NHL’s roster freeze ends on Sunday, the team will be placing forward David Tomasek on unconditional waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract.
Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 26
Oilers to terminate veteran forward David Tomasek's contract
Edmonton Oilers forward David Tomasek is expected to sign with the Swedish Hockey League’s Färjestad BK after the holiday roster freeze lifts on Sunday.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 25
Oilers forward rumored to be heading back to Europe and the SHL
David Tomasek is reportedly heading back to Europe, according to a report from Varmsland Folkblad.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 17
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.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / December 13
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.
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 / 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.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 25
Trent Frederic gets a look with McDavid and Draisaitl, and figuring out David Tomasek’s spot with the Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers faced off against the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday for game four of the pre-season at Rogers Place, and I decided to focus on two players who will be called upon to make an impact this season.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 18, 2025
David Tomasek, Andrew Mangiapane skates with Connor McDavid as Oilers hit the ice for training camp
Connor McDavid had a pair of fresh faces on his wings as the Edmonton Oilers hit the Rogers Place ice Thursday morning: David Tomasek and Andrew Mangiapane.
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