5 Unforgettable Playoff Games Between the Oilers and Ducks
The Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks faced off in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Their best-of-seven series started on April 20 at Rogers Place in downtown…
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Ex-Oilers prospect Matvei Petrov signs trial deal in KHL
Matvei Petrov is taking his talents overseas. The former Edmonton Oilers prospect signed a trial agreement with the Kontinental Hockey League’s Spartak Moscow last week. Petrov, 23, was selected by the Oilers in the sixth round, 180th overall, in the 2021 draft. He had just finished a season in the MHL, Russia’s men’s under-20 junior…
NHL fans roast Zach Hyman for backing Oilers’ Mike Babcock hire
NHL fans mocked Hyman after he praised Mike Babcock's coaching.
NHL Rumor Roundup: Catching Up On McDavid, Wright And Nikishin Trade Speculation
Would Oilers captain Connor McDavid want to join the Flyers? Are the Penguins looking at Shane Wright? Are the Blues still interested in Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin?
Oilers Stars Discuss Why They Support Hiring of Coach Mike Babcock
Three of the Edmonton Oilers’ top stars took the opportunity on Monday (July 27) to share their excitement about the team’s controversial hiring of Mike Babcock as head coach. Forwards…
Inside Perry Pearn’s coaching mind: Mike Babcock and the Oilers
From coaching success at NAIT to the NHL and on the international stage, Perry Pearn has built one of the most impressive coaching résumés in hockey. The Stettler, AB native coached the NAIT Ooks to five CCAA Championships and, over 14 seasons, compiled a 457-177-24 record, won six ACAC championships, and was named Coach of…
Connor McDavid, Zach Hyman believe Auston Matthews will be ideal mentor to Gavin McKenna
Gavin McKenna will enter the NHL as one of the most hyped prospects in recent memory. It’s rare territory to be in, but a few players that have been in his shoes weighed in on what lies ahead for the Toronto Maple Leafs’ rookie. Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman hosted his annual golf tournament, the…
Ranking the NHL's New Head Coaching Hires for 2026-27 Season
The NHL is set to have five new head coaches for the 2026-27 season, with Ryan Craig (Vegas Golden Knights), Jim Hiller (Toronto Maple Leafs), Mike Babcock (Edmonton Oilers), Manny Malhotra (Vancouver Canucks), and Peter Laviolette (Los Angeles Kings) all taking over new teams.
Ex-Oiler Georges Laraque sounds off on Edmonton’s biggest weakness
Edmonton enters 2026-27 with a three-goalie plan as pressure grows during Connor McDavid's title window.
Connor McDavid takes subtle jab at Kris Knoblauch, calls Oilers HC Mike Babcok ‘perfect fit’
He was subtle, smooth as always, but Connor McDavid appeared to send a message to Kris Knoblauch and the Edmonton Oilers' front office while praising new head coach Mike Babcock. Connor McDavid can hardly wait for the 2026-27 NHL season to get underway. After a disheartening end to last season—which included Kris Knoblauch’s controversial firing—and yet another dramatic offseason, the Edmonton Oilers captain is ready for hockey to return, and he believes Mike Babcock could be exactly what th...
‘He’s the perfect fit’: Oilers’ leaders endorse Mike Babcock
Before they got to swinging golf clubs for charity, Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Zach Hyman encountered their first media scrums since the Edmonton Oilers‘ exit interviews. As each described once the news became official, they are very excited about hiring Mike Babcock and the firm brand of coaching he’s known for. “It’s a great…
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Jason Dickinson
After a successful career, Jason Dickinson was moved to the Edmonton Oilers. He gets one final grade in our Chicago Blackhawks player grade series. The post Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Jason Dickinson appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
Connor McDavid Speaks Out On Darnell Nurse Trade
The media caught up with Connor McDavid at Zach Hyman's charity golf event this week, and the former spoke out for the first time on this summer's loss of his longtime Edmonton Oilers teammate, defenseman Darnell Nurse. The 12-year Oilers blueliner was dealt on July 1st to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for defenseman Shakir Mukhamadullin and the draft rights to prospect Zachary Sharp. McDavid said he was " extremely disappointed" to hear of the Nurse trade. Connor McDavid s...
McDavid goes coast-to-coast against Utah: Best Oilers goals of 2025-26
This summer, Oilersnation will recap the top five Edmonton Oilers goals, the top five fights, and the top five overall moments from the up-and-down 2025-26 season. Connor McDavid is a once-in-a-lifetime type of player, but I assume you know that if you’re reading this. He’s scored countless highlight-reel goals in his 11 seasons in the…
Oilers’ McDavid calls Nurse departure ‘extremely disappointing’
Nurse was traded to the San Jose Sharks after requesting a trade from Edmonton.
Connor McDavid calls Mike Babcock hire ‘great opportunity’ for Oilers
Connor McDavid says Mike Babcock is the perfect fit for the Oilers' championship pursuit.
Two former Oilers remain unsigned after a month of NHL free agency
It’s been nearly four weeks since free agency opened in the National Hockey League, and two members of last year’s Edmonton Oilers squad remain unsigned: Adam Henrique and Connor Ingram. While it isn’t a major shock to see Henrique still without a home, it’s somewhat surprising to see Ingram remain unsigned. He had been linked…
Oilers Zach Hyman Reflects on his Experience With Mike Babcock in Toronto
The Edmonton Oilers were a major letdown in 2025/26, and while they made it to the Stanley Cup Playoffs again, the team were swiftly eliminated in round one by the division rival Anaheim Ducks, and coming into the off-season, it became clear that change was needed throughout the organization.Those changes came on and off the […] The post Oilers Zach Hyman Reflects on his Experience With Mike Babcock in Toronto appeared first on HEAVY .
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scores winner in 1,000th game: Best Oilers moments of 2025-26
This summer, Oilersnation will recap the top five Edmonton Oilers goals, the top five fights, and the top five overall moments from the up-and-down 2025-26 season. Entering the 2025-26 season, no player in franchise history had ever played his 1,000th game dressed in blue and orange, much less all 1,000 of those games with the…
Oilers Linked to Trade for $3.6 Million Canadiens Forward
Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman still has work to do this summer. So far, the team’s top exec has made several offseason moves to help improve his roster. A majority of these new signings have, however, come in defense and between the pipes. As a result, the Oilers could still use one more quality […] The post Oilers Linked to Trade for $3.6 Million Canadiens Forward appeared first on HEAVY .
‘I had a great experience with him’: Oilers’ Hyman defends Babcock hire
Hyman spent most of his first five seasons in the NHL with Babock behind the bench in Toronto.
Monday Mailbag: Do the Oilers need more grit in their lineup?
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 the Oilers’ goalie triangle, the grit chart, regular season success, and more. If you’ve got a…
Oilers to Run with This Experiment in 2026-27
The Edmonton Oilers will be rolling with an experiment in 2026-27, hoping it will solve one of the team's biggest pain points. The post Oilers to Run with This Experiment in 2026-27 appeared first on HEAVY .
McDavid scores five points in late-season game against Sharks: Best Oilers moments of 2025-26
This summer, Oilersnation will recap the top five Edmonton Oilers goals, the top five fights, and the top five overall moments from the up-and-down 2025-26 season. Connor McDavid registered three five-point games in 2025-26, the third season in his career he’s done it at least three times. There wasn’t a more impactful five-point game than…
Oilers’ Tommy Lafreniere Takes Big Step With Summer Showcase Invite
After a breakout season, one of the most promising Edmonton Oilers prospects has just taken the next step in his exciting progression. Forward Tommy Lafreniere is among 32 players invited…
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