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Prior to officially announcing his retirement last week, former Edmonton Oilers forward Derek Ryan gave a wide-ranging interview with Bob Stauffer on Oilers NOW.

Edmonton Oilers News / Last Word On Sports / September 6

10-Year Veteran Retires After Consecutive Final Appearances

Derek Ryan is choosing to retire from the NHL. The 10-year veteran’s decision was announced on Friday. Ryan made his NHL debut at 29 years old. The forward played in 606 games, scoring 82 goals.

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NHL News / Oilersnation / September 5

NHL Notebook: Derek Ryan retires, Flames sign Connor Zary, and more

Derek Ryan is hanging up his skates. After sharing his plans earlier this week, it was officially announced by the NHLP on Friday that the former Edmonton Oiler has retired from professional hockey.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

NHL News / Flamesnation / September 5

Former Flames centre Derek Ryan announces retirement after 10 NHL seasons

Former Calgary Flames centre Derek Ryan has announced his retirement from the professional hockey after 10 NHL seasons, the NHLPA announced Wednesday afternoon.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / September 5

Derek Ryan retires after 10-season NHL career

NHL center Derek Ryan has announced his retirement from hockey, according to the NHL Players’ Association. Ryan was an unrestricted free agent after the conclusion of his two-year contract with a $900,000 cap hit that he had signed with the Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 5

10-year NHL veteran announces retirement

Center Derek Ryan has decided on retirement, he told Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now on 880 CHED on Thursday.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 4

Former Oiler Derek Ryan confirms retirement, praises Connor McDavid’s leadership

Former Edmonton Oilers forward Derek Ryan announced his retirement at the end of August, but that hasn’t stopped him from talking about the team. On Tuesday evening, he joined Bob Stauffer on 880 CHED to discuss hanging up the skates and, of course, the hot topic in Edmonton: Connor McDavid.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / August 25

Derek Ryan Shares Heartfelt Farewell Message to Edmonton and Oilers Fans

Derek Ryan's time with Edmonton has come and gone, and now the veteran forward has bid a heartfelt farewell to the team he's been with the last four years.

Horse Racing News / Horse Racing on SI / August 20

Book'em Danno and Mullikin renew rivalry in Forego

For a $10,000 New Jersey-bred, Book’em Danno has done more than alright for himself. As a promising juvenile, Book’em Danno looked primed for a run on the Kentucky Derby trail but his connections, trainer Derek Ryan and owners Atlantic Six Racing, opted to keep their gelding in some shorter races.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 2

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins continues to be a jack-of-all-trades: 2024-25 Edmonton Oilers player review

Welcome to my annual player review series, where I dive into the Edmonton Oilers season player-by-player. We’ll look back at the season that was, what kind of impact each player had, and what we could see from them next season.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 31

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 13

Derek Ryan closes a chapter: 2024-25 Edmonton Oilers player review

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 6

Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: Derek Ryan

The offseason is in full swing, and so are the player grades for the Edmonton Oilers. The first report card was given to Evan Bouchard, and next up is Derek Ryan.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / June 11

Corey Perry should be re-signed by the Edmonton Oilers at all costs

If forward Scorey- pardon, Corey Perry has taught us anything over the 101 regular season and playoff games the Edmonton Oilers have played so far in the 2024–25 season, it’s that age is just a number.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 9

Popular Oiler Likely Retiring After 2024-25 Season, Hints Social Media Post

Veteran forward Derek Ryan appears to be nearing retirement, as his wife Bonnie revealed on Instagram that the couple is selling their Edmonton home and preparing for a “new adventure.” The announcement signals the likely end of Ryan’s tenure with the Oilers following the 2024-25 season, when his current contract expires.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / May 8

Edmonton Oilers Forward Unexpectedly Announces His Plans To Retire After The Season On Social Media

Edmonton Oilers forward Derek Ryan's future plans have been revealed, as an announcement has been made indicating his plans to call it a career. The Edmonton Oilers have a 1-0 series lead over the Vegas Golden Knights after their opening-round series victory over the Los Angeles Kings.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 12

Oilers recall veteran center on emergency basis

With Edmonton’s long list of injuries continuing to grow, the Oilers have brought back a familiar forward. The team announced that they’ve recalled center Derek Ryan from AHL Bakersfield on an emergency basis.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 20

Oilers veteran admits salary-cap issue motivated roster move

Oilers veteran Derek Ryan admits salary-cap issue motivated roster move

Edmonton Oilers veteran forward Derek Ryan has been recalled from the AHL, and speaking to the media he candidly admitted that he accepted the demotion for salary cap reasons and is returning for locker room ones.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 18

Oilers recall Derek Ryan

The Oilers have recalled forward Derek Ryan from AHL Bakersfield, according to a team announcement. They’ll add the 38-year-old back to their roster for the first time since he cleared waivers in January.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 18

Oilers recall forward Derek Ryan from AHL Condors

The Edmonton Oilers have added a reinforcement from their American Hockey League affiliate. The team announced on Tuesday that they’ve recalled forward Derek Ryan from the Bakersfield Condors.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 4

Derek Ryan embracing mentor role in the AHL, believes he’ll be back with the Oilers

Derek Ryan played his first two games in the American Hockey League this past weekend after clearing through waivers last week. The 38-year-old forward has already begun to produce with Bakersfield Condors.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / January 21

Oilers veteran leaving the team on waivers could return on coaching staff

The Edmonton Oilers placed veteran forward Derek Ryan on waivers yesterday, and one Oilers analyst believes he could make his return to the team on the coaching staff.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / January 20

Derek Ryan learns his fate after being placed on waivers by Edmonton Oilers

Moments ago, NHL insider Frank Seravalli reported that Oilers forward Derek Ryan cleared waivers, and will be sent officially to the AHL. The Edmonton Oilers placed Derek Ryan on waivers yesterday, as the team needed to clear cap and roster space for the addition of John Klingberg.