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Oilers Rumors: Goalie Trade Target Still Sitting Out East

The Edmonton Oilers finally made a goalie change by bringing in Tristan Jarry from the Pittsburgh Penguins and trading Stuart Skinner. But this was the better of the two goalies who have served in the Oilers' net over the past three seasons. That means now that the band-aid has been torn off with Skinner, the worst of the goalies, Calvin Pickard, is next to go and something will happen, possibly sooner than later. Elliotte Friedman said, "The Oilers poked around Alex Lyon...It wasn't as seriou...

From NHL Trade Rumors | about 4 hours ago | 0 reads

Oilers vs. Maple Leafs NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Dec. 13

On Saturday at 7 p.m. ET, the Edmonton Oilers will meet the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena, and we have best bets tips in this article if you fancy a wager. Best Oilers vs. Maple Leafs Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Leon Draisaitl, Oilers +125 17 G in 31 GP Auston Matthews, Maple Leafs +125 13 G in 25 GP Connor McDavid, Oilers +140 16 G in 31 GP William Nylander, Maple Leafs +180 11 G in 26 ...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 11 hours ago | 0 reads

Friedman: Oilers ‘poked around’ Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon ahead of Jarry trade

Tristan Jarry wasn’t the only goalie the Edmonton Oilers were interested in. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman’s 32 Thoughts blog, posted Thursday night before the Jarry acquisition Friday morning, general manager Stan Bowman was looking at one of the Buffalo Sabres netminders — Alex Lyon. “In addition to Tristan Jarry, I believe the Oilers poked…

From In the Pressbox | about 17 hours ago | 0 reads

The Day After 31.0: Lineup continuity has Oilers rolling

There are three constants in life: death, taxes, and the Kris Knoblauch line blender. And boy, was it out in full force early on this season. As the early parts of the Edmonton Oilers’ season slogged on, amid a myriad of injuries, it seemed as though every game brought a new lineup. It was exhausting…

From In the Pressbox | about 19 hours ago | 0 reads

Bowman: Backup Calvin Pickard ‘will remain with the team’ after Skinner-Jarry trade

As the Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburgh Penguins swapped goaltenders on Friday morning, questions loomed over the status of current Oilers backup Calvin Pickard. Tristan Jarry enters Edmonton as the team’s new starting goaltender, acquired for Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2nd round pick in 2029. But backup netminder Calvin Pickard has struggled mightily this…

From In the Pressbox | about 21 hours ago | 0 reads

Oilers Make Second Trade To Bring In Defenseman From Nashville

The Edmonton Oilers had a very busy morning by making two trades to finally address goaltending. Regardless of how many seem to be feeling and overreacting to the Oilers acquiring Jarry from the Pittsburgh Penguins , they have also struck a deal with the Nashville Predators to acquire Spencer Stastney, a young defenseman. The Oilers traded Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick to the Penguins for Jarry and Samuel Poulin, so they brought in a starter with a .909 career SV% a...

From NHL Trade Rumors | about 22 hours ago | 0 reads

It's Finally Gone Down: Tristan Jarry Traded to Oilers — Here's Why

 We've been hearing the rumors for weeks now. The Edmonton Oilers were talking about acquiring veteran goaltender Tristan Jarry from the Pittsburgh Penguins . But neither team seemed ready to pull the trigger. Finally, that shot has been fired, and Jarry is an Oiler.  Hearing the #oilers are sending Stuart Skinner, Brett Kulak and a 2nd-round pick to Pittsburgh in this Tristan Jarry trade. — Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) December 12, 2025 The Oilers also sent defenseman Brett Kulak...

From NHL Trade Rumors | about 22 hours ago | 0 reads

Oilers recall Riley Stillman from AHL Condors

Amid the busy news day in Alberta’s provincial capital, the Edmonton Oilers announced that the team has recalled defenceman Riley Stillman from their American Hockey League affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors. The #Oilers have recalled defenceman Riley Stillman from the @Condors. https://t.co/V6p3YzZQJ8 — Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) December 12, 2025 This is Stillman’s first call-up of the…

From In the Pressbox | about 24 hours ago | 0 reads

Oilers make pair of trades sending Stuart Skinner, Kulak to Penguins for Tristan Jarry, draft pick to Predators for Spencer Stastney

The Stuart Skinner era in Edmonton is over. The Edmonton Oilers traded the goaltender to the Pittsburgh Penguins alongside Brett Kulak and a second-round pick in the 2029 draft in exchange for goaltender Tristan Jarry, and forward Samuel Poulin. The deal came as somewhat of a surprise Friday morning, as recent reports suggested the Oilers…

From In the Pressbox | 1 day ago | 0 reads

Reports: Tristan Jarry traded to Oilers

Buckle up, folks. The Pittsburgh Penguins are reportedly trading goalie Tristan Jarry to the Edmonton Oilers. Elliotte Friedman was first to the case. Pierre Lebrun added in more confirmation. Obviously much more to come as news comes in for this developing story.

From PensBurgh | 1 day ago | 0 reads

Oilers recall Max Jones, place Jake Walman on Long-Term Injured Reserve

The Edmonton Oilers made a slew of roster moves Thursday, recalling one and placing three on various injured reserves. The first move saw the team recall forward Max Jones from the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors. Acquired ahead of last year’s trade deadline from the Boston Bruins, Jones, 27, appeared in 19 games for the Oilers last…

From In the Pressbox | 2 days ago | 0 reads

GDB 31.0: An Oilers Win Makes it a Very Successful Homestand (7 PM, SNW)

A victory tonight would make this five-game homestand a success for the Edmonton Oilers. They’d be 3-1-1 with a .600 winning percentage and .700 points percentage on this homestand. Currently, only three NHL teams have higher win percentages, and only three have a higher points percentage on home ice. The loss to the Buffalo Sabres…

From In the Pressbox | 2 days ago | 0 reads

Oilers’ Frederic to play Thursday against Red Wings after getting stitches

It’s been a rough month to be Trent Frederic’s face. First, he got the rough end of Mathieu Oliver’s fists during a Nov. 10th fight when Frederic took on pound-for-pound toughest player in the league, getting a black eye in the process. Then, during Wednesday’s practice ahead of Thursday’s game against the Detroit Red Wings,…

From In the Pressbox | 2 days ago | 0 reads

Will Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Score a Goal vs. the Detroit Red Wings on December 11?

At 9:00 PM ET on Thursday, the Edmonton Oilers will meet the Detroit Red Wings — is Ryan Nugent-Hopkins going to light the lamp? Insights and statistics are provided below, to assist you in making the right wager. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Red Wings Anytime Goal Odds: +265 (Bet $10 to win $26.50 if he scores a goal) Nugent-Hopkins Goals Betting Stats Nugent-Hopkins has eclipsed his points prop bet in each game he’s played with a set points prop. Through 21 gam...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 days ago | 0 reads

Will Dylan Larkin Score a Goal vs. the Edmonton Oilers on December 11?

When the Detroit Red Wings play the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday (at 9:00 PM ET), is Dylan Larkin going to score? We have stats and trends to help you make the best bet in this article. Dylan Larkin Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Oilers Anytime Goal Odds: +175 (Bet $10 to win $17.50 if he scores a goal) Larkin Goals Betting Stats In every game Larkin has played with a set points prop — one opportunity — he’s gone over the prop total. Through 31 games, Larkin has 33 points, including si...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 days ago | 0 reads