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Oilers Ink Top Defender to Massive Extension

Shortly after the Edmonton Oilers re-signed superstar captain Connor McDavid, the organization continues to insure the roster remains intact beyond this season.

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Reports: Oilers lock up D Jake Walman with 7-year, $49M deal

The Edmonton Oilers agreed to a seven-year, $49 million extension with defenseman Jake Walman, according to multiple reports Monday. Walman, 29, joined the Oilers at the trade deadline last season from the San Jose Sharks following previous stints with the Detroit Red Wings and St.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 6

Walman Signing Among Roster Moves for Oilers Beyond McDavid Deal

The Edmonton Oilers confirmed a huge two-year extension with Connor McDavid on Monday, but that wasn’t the only big news of the day. The organization also announced that there would be roster moves ahead of their regular-season opener on Wednesday, and reports indicate that a second signing could be confirmed imminently.

Connor McDavid News / Field Level Media / October 6

Oilers ink captain Connor McDavid to 2-year, $25M extension

The Edmonton Oilers signed captain Connor McDavid to a two-year, $25 million contract extension, the club announced Monday. The three-time Hart Trophy winner acknowledged his extended stay in Edmonton with a post on social media that showed photos of his time in an Oilers uniform.

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In NHL history, 52 players have reached the 1,200-point plateau over the course of their careers. How many of the 52 can you name in six minutes?

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Matthew Savoie News / The Hockey Writers / October 6

Matt Savoie Might Be a Spark the Oilers Have Been Missing

The Edmonton Oilers might finally have a rookie who can make a little noise this season, and there’s a good chance he’s not another overhyped prospect who fades after ten games.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 6

Oilers reportedly sign Jake Walman to seven-year contract extension

From now on, October 6 will be known as Extension Day in Oil Country. Right around when Connor McDavid announced on social media that he would be staying in Edmonton on a new contract, word came out that Jake Walman was nearing a long-term deal with the Oilers.

Jake Walman News / The Hockey Writers / October 6

Oilers Sign Jake Walman to 7-Year Extension

The Edmonton Oilers have been a busy organization today. First, they signed Connor McDavid to a two-year contract extension. Now, they’ve announced that they’ve signed defenseman Jake Walman to a seven-year contract extension.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 6

NHL Rumors: McDavid Signs, Hutson Heat, Markstrom Deal

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Connor McDavid has signed a short-term extension with the Edmonton Oilers. The deal is for well below what most analysts expected, showing that McDavid wasn’t offering lip service when he said he needed to think about the best way to structure his contract.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / October 6

Oilers announce McDavid extension — two-year deal with no increase in salary cap hit

After a tense summer in Oil Country, fans are breathing a sigh of relief on Monday, just two days before the Edmonton Oilers open their season. Connor McDavid has signed an extension.

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Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / October 6

Connor McDavid Signs 2-Year Extension With Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers and Connor McDavid have finally reached an extension. McDavid announced via social media that he is signing an extension with the Oilers.

Jake Walman News / Daily Faceoff / October 6

Report: Oilers sign Jake Walman to seven-year contract extension

Another notable piece of business in the provincial capital of Alberta. According to multiple reports, the Edmonton Oilers have signed defenseman Jake Walman to a seven-year contract extension.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / October 6

‘Our journey here continues’: All signs point to McDavid signing new deal with Oilers soon

Start the celebrations, Edmonton. It looks like Connor McDavid is here to stay. On Monday, insider Elliotte Friedman reported that McDavid is set to sign an extension with the Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / October 6

Edmonton Oilers fans’ survival guide for the 2025–26 season

It seems like just yesterday the Edmonton Oilers season ended in a second straight disappointing Stanley Cup Final loss, but here we are on the eve of the new season.

Jake Walman News / NHL Trade Talk / October 5

Walman Remains Out For Oilers, With Surprising Roster Moves Expected

Jake Walman was not on the ice Sunday as the Edmonton Oilers suited up for a longer practice at the Downtown Community Arena in Edmonton. The defenseman was trending toward being ready for opening night, but has suffered a minor setback, likely meaning he won’t be good to go as the Oilers take on the Calgary Flames.

Connor Ingram News / Oilersnation / October 5

Why Oilers’ Connor Ingram has more upside than you think

Behind Connor McDavid’s next contract, the Edmonton Oilers’ goaltending is poised to be their biggest question mark for 2025-26. They will begin the upcoming season with Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard in net, the goaltending tandem they have used over the past two years.