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The Edmonton Oilers have done an excellent job finding talent outside traditional channels without sacrificing draft picks or prospects. General manager Stan Bowman has built a reputation for uncovering value in uncommon places, strengthening the organization’s depth while adding players capable of pushing for NHL opportunities.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 12

Oilers Thoughts: Top line dominating, Michaels’ faceoff impact, Hallander impresses and more

With Thanksgiving weekend upon us, there’s plenty to be thankful for, including friends, family, and, of course, the Edmonton Oilers’ 4-0-1 start through their first five games.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 10

The Edmonton Oilers biggest surprise so far is Owen Michaels

The biggest surprise for the Edmonton Oilers in the early stages of the season is the outstanding play of Owen Michaels. There were signs that Michaels was a better player than his stat card suggested, as many teams tried to sign the college free agent last season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / October 5

The Oilers, Owen Michaels, and the Players We Often Miss

I'm starting to think Owen Michaels might be one of those hockey players we don’t notice until we suddenly wonder how we missed him. That's always interested me about an NHL player.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 5

Edmonton Oilers have found hidden gem in Owen Michaels

Owen Michaels is living proof that offensive totals don’t tell the whole story when it comes to a player. Not much was made of the fact that the Edmonton Oilers signed the undrafted college free agent last spring.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 / The Hockey Writers / October 4

Oilers Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Injuries, Goaltending, Michaels Debut, & More

The regular season is underway, and the Edmonton Oilers are off to a 2-0-1 start against divisional rivals. They kicked off their schedule with a tough 6-5 overtime loss to the Vancouver Canucks, then responded with a 9-7 win over Vancouver after nearly choking away an 8-2 lead.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / October 3

Owen Michaels earned his place in the Edmonton Oilers lineup

Welcome to the NHL, Owen Michaels. His first NHL game might not have rivalled that of Auston Matthews, but Michaels made his mark during the Edmonton Oilers' home-and-home set with the Vancouver Canucks.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 2

Devon Levi’s Oilers debut, Vasily Podkolzin is a monster, and Owen Michaels’ first NHL goal

One of the nice things about having a home-and-home series against the Vancouver Canucks is that round two gave the Oilers a chance to rebound after what was a painful season-opener loss.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 30

Why did Owen Michaels make the Oilers’ opening-night roster?

This past summer could largely be summed up by a phrase I’m planning to carve into my tombstone: HERE LIES KELVIN HE READ THE COMMENTS That or HE NEVER SAW TITANIC — I haven’t decided.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / September 29

Owen Michaels is Biggest Surprise on Oilers’ Season-Opening Roster

Every year, there are a handful of players that unexpectedly make the cut with an NHL team. This fall, the Edmonton Oilers might have the most surprising one of them all.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 28

The Oilers handling of their centre depth could be a cause for concern

Every year, there is a big surprise at Edmonton Oilers training camp. Some years it’s a young Magnus Paajarvi, some years it’s Ty Rattie, and some years it’s Jesse Joensuu.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 4

Oilers 2026 prospect countdown #20: Owen Michaels

Welcome to Oilersnation’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. Owen Michaels is an undrafted right-shot centre out of Detroit, and after captaining Western Michigan University, signed with the Edmonton Oilers on April 2.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / July 6

Oilers Quick Hits: Michaels, Stastney & Moves That Could Matter

The Edmonton Oilers are in the part of the offseason where not every move is going to make a big splash. The headlines usually belong to the big contracts and major additions, but building a team for an 82-game season is about more than the names at the top of the roster.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 6

Oilers sign Owen Michaels to two-year contract extension

The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Owen Michaels to a two-year contract extension, the club announced Monday. The deal will pay him an AAV of $900,000.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 13

Oilers Need to Lock In RFAs Dach, Stastney & Michaels

As the Edmonton Oilers begin their offseason and get down to business, there’s one small area they should focus on getting secured soon rather than later.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / April 22

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: What Owen Michaels brings to the organization

Playoff mode is in full swing across the organization as all three levels prepare for a deep run this postseason. Maxim Beryozkin is the only prospect still playing in their respective playoffs outside of the system, and looks poised to add another championship to his resume before possibly signing with the Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 14

Edmonton Oilers Could Strike Again in NCAA Free Agency

The Edmonton Oilers have already started to tap into the NCAA free-agent market, signing forward Owen Michaels. They are also reportedly close to signing Maxim Berezkin.