Evander Kane is still a free agent and is looking for a team to play for in 2026-27. Kane played last year with the Vancouver Canucks after being traded from the Edmonton Oilers. It was the fifth different franchise that Kane had played for. Now, one of his former teammates, Kurtis Gabriel, who played with […]
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The Edmonton Oilers have one goal in mind this coming season. Connor McDavid and his teammates are looking to bring the Stanley Cup back north of the border to Edmonton. They have come oh-so-close in the past, but have fallen short each time. Last season’s defeat was the worst of them all, in some respects. […]
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The 2026-27 National Hockey League season is less than a month away. Even before training camp started for the Edmonton Oilers, there were several reported injuries. One big loss, at least for the first month of the season, is Matthew Savoie. The speedy winger was set to get a look in the top six after…
Muskoka, Ont., has become known for its lush forests, pristine waters, and, in recent years, for serving as a training hub for the NHL’s best, including Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid. As he always does, however, Connor McDavid is the one capturing all the attention out of all the stars who attend. Brady Leavold, a…
Heading into the 2026-27 season, Oilersnation will ask one question about every Edmonton Oilers player projected to be on the 2026-27 roster in preparation for the upcoming season. From Connor McDavid to Mattias Janmark, let’s ask some questions. The best free agent signing in Edmonton Oilers’ history is Zach Hyman, and it isn’t particularly close….
The Winning Formula. It’s an oft-used expression and something that every professional sports franchise is chasing. But what is the “winning formula” in the NHL? If it were as easy as applying a template, surely one of the great hockey minds out there would have solved it by now. While some sportswriter isn’t going to…
The Edmonton Oilers had an underwhelming 2025-26 season. They had high expectations but didn’t meet them. They couldn’t sustain a rhythm or generate any momentum. We never knew which team…
Taking the stage on NHL draft night is a special moment in a young player’s career. Most prospects invite their friends and family, dress in their sharpest suits, and anxiously await their chance to make the walk. But that wasn’t the case when Aidan Park heard the Edmonton Oilers call his name at the 2025…
Connor Hellebuyck officially requested a trade from the Winnipeg Jets via a statement released by his agent on Thursday, Aug. 27. The longtime Jets goaltender is going into just the…
The Edmonton Oilers’ rookie camp starts on Sept. 11, main camp with veterans begins on Sept. 15, and late last week the team announced Matt Savoie, Frederik Andersen, Mattias Janmark and Alec Regula will not participate in training camp or the preseason. No team wants injuries, but they are expected, and I don’t think these…
Heading into the 2026-27 season, Oilersnation will ask one question about every Edmonton Oilers player projected to be on the 2026-27 roster in preparation for the upcoming season. From Connor McDavid to Mattias Janmark, let’s ask some questions. Spots as a regular in the Edmonton Oilers’ bottom six are still up for grabs. Right now,…
When Mike Babcock was hired as the 19th Head Coach in Edmonton Oilers history, he was interviewed and then endorsed by the leadership group led by Connor McDavid and Leon…
The 2026-27 season is almost here, so let’s continue our Edmonton Oilers player preview series. The last player we looked at was Mathieu Joseph, and now we turn our attention to…
Good morning, everyone, and a happy Monday to you all. As per tradition, I’ve got a brand new mailbag set to go after taking your questions and sending them to the crew for their takes. This week, we’re discussing Oilers injuries, Edmonton’s prospect rankings, what’s left to be done before the season, and more. If…
The Edmonton Oilers thought they'd fixed their goaltending problem when they signed Frederik Andersen in free agency. An offseason training injury just reopened the entire situation, and Montreal Canadiens goalie Samuel Montembeault is right back on Edmonton's radar. Per The Hockey News' Karine Hains , the Oilers have been linked to Montembeault again after confirming Andersen will miss training camp with an injury suffered during offseason training. Edmonton entered the summer wit...
The Edmonton Oilers announced troubling injury news before the start of training camp. Four players, including free agent signing Frederik Andersen, would miss training camp this season. All four players are dealing with various injuries and are unable to take the ice before the regular season. It’s certainly a concerning development, especially for a player […]
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It’s time to dig into this week’s Letters to the Editor. Want to join in the fun? Details about how to reach out are at the bottom of the article. What accountability are McDavid and Draisaitl seeking under a new coach? There has been a great deal of optimism that a coaching change will result…
The Edmonton Oilers are facing their first cold winds of adversity approaching the 2026-27 season. Two weeks out from training camp, neither Matt Savoie nor Frederik Andersen will participate due to injuries suffered during off-season training, and the suggested timelines target late October returns. It presents an early curveball to the 2026-27 campaign for Mike…
The continued holdup on getting crucial restricted free agent Simon Edvinsson signed is starting to weigh on some around the Detroit Red Wings. After hearing his agent's comments last week of not knowing " who he's supposed to even be talking to to negotiate a contract," Bob Duff of Detroit Hockey Now called the whole situation " fairly alarming." But we're getting a bit more of a calming reaction for Red Wings fans from Ansar Khan , speaking on Oilers Now this past week. He doesn'...
Welcome to Daily Faceoff Edmonton’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. Back to the defenceman, we go with our 11th-ranked player: former Barrie Colt and 2023 second-round pick Beau Akey. This is a lot lower than I ever thought I’d have Akey since his draft day. I hoped the Oilers…
Since joining the NHL in 1979-80, the Edmonton Oilers have played more regular-season games at the Saddledome than any other arena outside of their two home rinks, Rogers Place and Rexall Place, with 125 regular-season games played in Calgary. The 2026-27 season will be the final time the Calgary Flames play at the Saddledome before…
Everyone knows what the expectations are for Connor McDavid in terms of offensive production. But what about when it comes to leadership and his off-ice presence?
As August winds down, the 2026-27 NHL season is quickly approaching for the Edmonton Oilers. The team’s first preseason game will be on September 19, followed by its official season opener on September 29 when they host the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place. As we head into training camp and the start of the season,…
The 2026-27 season is almost here, so let’s continue our Edmonton Oilers player preview series. The last player we looked at was Zach Hyman, and now we turn our attention…
Montreal Canadiens news and notes
Stu Cowan believes the goalie news in Winnipeg and Edmonton will kickstart the trade market, which could resolve the Samuel Montembeault situation. [ Montreal Gazette ]
Arpon Basu wonders how Martin St-Louis and Derek Lalonde will approach the new season months after making it to the conference finals. [ The Athletic ]
Around the league and elsewhere
Daniel Brière says his offer sheet to Leo Carlsson didn’t reset the market, it was ju...