Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 14: Zack Sharp
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Welcome to Oilersnation’s countdown of the Top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. No. 14 on the top 20 is yet again another defenceman, but this player is newer to the Oilers system, and that’s Zack Sharp. He was acquired alongside Shakir Mukhamadullin in the trade that sent longtime Oi... .. read more..
Wall Street filing proposes first Edmonton Oilers-tied ETF in league-wide index
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
The line between sports betting and traditional investments has been blurring in recent years, with the influx of online casinos and prediction markets becoming the norm in today’s culture. That could become even more muddy with a format that would seemingly combine both, a first of its kind on W... .. read more..
Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers: Today’s Hockey Headlines | August 18, 2026
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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From Blue Lines To Foul Lines
Monday, August 17, 2026
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‘This is utter nonsense’: Gamers react to McDavid’s 99 overall rating on EA’s...
Monday, August 17, 2026
We are deep in the weeds this offseason. There has essentially been zero news around the Edmonton Oilers, with only a few interviews popping up from players and management. However, whenever there’s news regarding an Oilers player, it tends to ruffle some feathers, and that’s what happened when E... .. read more..
31 Oilers Questions: Which offseason acquisition will have the greatest impac...
Monday, August 17, 2026
This August, 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 Edmonton Oilers had a host of problems last season, but none were... .. read more..
McDavid becomes first player in EA Sports NHL’s ’99 Club’
Monday, August 17, 2026
He may wear No. 97, but gamers will soon see that Connor McDavid is actually 99 — and no, it’s not a Wayne Gretzky reference. On Monday, EA Sports announced that the Edmonton Oilers captain is the first player to be part of their prestigious new “NHL 99 Club.” That means McDavid is going to… .. read more..
Oilers from the past: Nail Yakupov becomes a champion
Monday, August 17, 2026
When you look through the annals of the NHL, Nail Yakupov will go down as one of the biggest busts in league history. Drafted first overall by the Edmonton Oilers in 2012, Yakupov was a dynamic offensive player who, by all accounts, was the No. 1 player in the draft. NHL Central Scouting had him… .. read more..
Scouching | Winnipeg Jets Prospect Pyramid 2026
Monday, August 17, 2026
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Who should be the Edmonton Oilers’ 6th defenceman?
Monday, August 17, 2026
The Edmonton Oilers will enter the 2026-27 season with five defencemen firmly locked into opening‑night roles: Evan Bouchard, Mattias Ekholm, Connor Murphy, Jake Walman, and Ryan Shea. That leaves one spot on the blue line still up for grabs, assuming the team sticks with the traditional 12F/6D s... .. read more..
Monday Mailbag: Do the Oilers have enough youth in the lineup?
Monday, August 17, 2026
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 benchmarks for Matt Savoie, the Oilers’ youth, Mattias Janmark, and more. If you’ve... .. read more..
Western Michigan AD Moving to Michigan State
Monday, August 17, 2026
Western Michigan athletic director Dan Bartholomae has accepted an offer from Michigan State to become its new athletic director. Bartholomae replaces J Batt, who left for Kentucky after just one year.Under Bartholomae, Western Michigan won the 2025 national championship in hockey. He took over J... .. read more..
Sunday Scramble: Why are so many proven NHL veterans still without contracts ...
Sunday, August 16, 2026
As quickly as the fax machines fired off contracts on July 1 to begin free agency, the noise has certainly gotten quiet for those still pursuing a contract — although I think the fax machines have been retired. This summer we’ve seen funny money again, record-setting contracts for Macklin Celebri... .. read more..
Oilers Letters to the Editor: What would you do with a magic lamp?
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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 three Edmonton Oilers decisions would you change since the Connor McDavid draft? I had this fun idea I’d like to explore. You find a… .. read more..
Who is Mathieu Joseph? 5 little-known facts about the Oilers forward
Sunday, August 16, 2026
One of the things I’m most looking forward to when the Edmonton Oilers training camp starts is the battle for the bottom six, with several Oilers competing for jobs, including Mathieu Joseph. The Oilers signed Joseph on the first day of free agency to a one-year deal worth $1 million average annu... .. read more..
ਰੋਜਰਸ: ਕੈਨੇਡਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਹਾਕੀ ਦਾ ਖਾਤਮਾ
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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Frederic on killing penalties: ‘I’d love to have that role’
Sunday, August 16, 2026
One of the issues with Trent Frederic last season was that the Edmonton Oilers couldn’t find him a role on the team. It became an overarching topic for the entire team: how can they galvanize their bottom-six, who are producing at some of the lowest rates in the McDavid-Draisaitl era? Frederic wa... .. read more..
The Biggest Grift Yet
Saturday, August 15, 2026
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31 Oilers Questions: To trade or keep Spencer Stastney?
Saturday, August 15, 2026
It looks to me like there are a few defensive corps around the NHL that have a Spencer Stastney-shaped hole in them. The Anaheim Ducks, for example, have a challenged blueline, minus Jacob Trouba, Radko Gudas, John Carlson, and Olen Zellweger from last year’s squad, and tentatively have Tristan L... .. read more..
The Biggest Grift Yet
Saturday, August 15, 2026
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Baggedmilk’s 4 bold Oilers predictions for the 2026-27 season
Saturday, August 15, 2026
We’re right in the middle of the summer dead zone, the news is rolling in at a snail’s pace, and Oilers Twitter/X is quiet enough that all we’re getting is nonsense noise and long periods of silence. With that in mind, I thought I’d toss some gas on the fire with five BOLD predictions for… .. read more..
Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 15: Damien Carfagna
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Welcome to Oilersnation’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. After back-to-back goalies in the top 20 ranking, and an intriguing WHL playmaker in David Lewandowski, we land on Bakersfield Condors defenceman Damien Carfagna, who comes in at No. 15. #15: Damien Carfag... .. read more..
Phoenix: Bad For Hockey?
Saturday, August 15, 2026
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‘I lost who I was’: Trent Frederic opens up about tough Oilers season
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Frederic discussed how the high ankle sprain he suffered in the tail end of the 2024–25 season affected much of last year. On Wednesday, Frederic was a guest on Oilers Now with Bob Stauffer, as they talked about what happened a year ago, while looking ahead to a new ... .. read more..
Oilersnation Radio: Let’s talk about Daily Faceoff Edmonton
Friday, August 14, 2026
It’s Friday afternoon, which means a fresh episode of Oilersnation Radio is ready to massage your eardrums with an hour of off-season Oilers talk. On today’s podcast, the fellas discussed moving from Oilersnation to Daily Faceoff Edmonton, the Elks’ game against Toronto, another round of Ask the ... .. read more..
31 Oilers Questions: Is winning a Stanley Cup the only way McDavid will re-sign?
Friday, August 14, 2026
Connor McDavid could’ve asked for any dollar amount last summer as he entered the final year of an eight-year contract. The Edmonton Oilers front office would’ve signed a blank cheque, and they would’ve done so merrily. After all, the fact that the best player in the world would want to extend wi... .. read more..
The Hockey Show - Episode 725
Friday, August 14, 2026
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Oilers building goaltending pipeline with Emil Vinni signing
Friday, August 14, 2026
The Emil Vinni signing news came as a surprise earlier this week. Not because of Vinni’s ability, but because of the logjam the Edmonton Oilers already have between the pipes. You’ve probably forgotten, but Vinni was the No. 1 European goaltender heading into the 2024 NHL Draft. After no goalten... .. read more..
Former Oilers forward Jeff Skinner signs in Switzerland with EHC Biel-Bienne
Friday, August 14, 2026
A one-time Edmonton Oilers forward has decided to go overseas. Jeff Skinner is headed to Europe, signing a one-year deal with EHC Biel-Bienne of Switzerland’s National League that will last until April 2027. He’ll join former Edmonton Oilers forward Gaetan Haas and former draft choice from way ba... .. read more..
‘From Peter Parker to Spider-Man’: Condors coach praises captain Seth Griffith
Friday, August 14, 2026
Building a minor league program that can churn out NHL talent is critical for the long-term health of an organization like the Edmonton Oilers. At its core, the AHL is a developmental league. All the focus on building up young players, however, leads many to overlook the necessary role of veteran... .. read more..
Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 16: David Lewandowski
Friday, August 14, 2026
Welcome to Oilersnation’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. We make our way to the WHL with our next player in the top 20, David Lewandowski, who is coming off a strong junior season in the Western Hockey League. #16: David Lewandowski Position: LW Shoots: Left Nat... .. read more..
Oilers former coach says McDavid will win the Stanley Cup: ‘I predict it’
Friday, August 14, 2026
One of Connor McDavid’s former coaches with the Edmonton Oilers is certainly a believer he’ll be a champion one day. Long-time NHL coach Dave Tippett was a guest on the Spittin’ Chiclets podcast this week, reminiscing about his days with the Phoenix Coyotes with former players Paul Bissonnette an... .. read more..
Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers: Today’s Hockey Headlines | August 14, 2026
Friday, August 14, 2026
A daily roundup of Jets, Moose coverage and all the pro hockey news that matters in Manitoba and beyond. .. read more..
Q&A With: Brown Coach Tom Upton
Friday, August 14, 2026
Tom Upton has taken over at Brown following a stint as assistant coach at Massachusetts. He replaces Jason Smith, who was an interim coach for the last month of last season, after long-time coach Brendan Whittet stepped down due to family reasons. Upton was actually named just before the UMass an... .. read more..
Real Life Podcast: Daily Faceoff Edmonton, AI videos, and the Battle of the D...
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Thursday afternoon means a fresh episode of Real Life was recorded and edited, and it’s ready to help you wrap up the week. On today’s podcast, the guys discussed the Oilersnation move to Daily Faceoff Edmonton, the Battle of the Donairs, hippos videos, and much more. The guys kicked off this wee... .. read more..
NHL uploads full game between Oilers, Flames that featured goalie fight, line...
Thursday, August 13, 2026
One of the most memorable games in the Battle of Alberta’s history is now available to be watched in full. The National Hockey League uploaded a full replay of the Feb. 1, 2020 game between the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames that featured a trio of fights, famously one between goaltenders Mik... .. read more..
31 Oilers Questions: Can Kasperi Kapanen stick in the top six?
Thursday, August 13, 2026
There have been few greater player stories around the Edmonton Oilers in recent years than that of Kasperi Kapanen. Cast aside and thrown to the curb by the St. Louis Blues in Nov. 2024, the Oilers scooped him up on waivers, and it didn’t take long for him to prove his worth. That didn’t happen… .. read more..
Cutting McDavid and Draisaitl’s minutes on the Oilers penalty kill? ‘Silly to...
Thursday, August 13, 2026
One of the talking points of the off-season has been whether new Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock will try to reduce minutes for Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. Spread the wealth, as it were, and help give role and depth players more ownership. During a recent interview with Oilers Now ... .. read more..
Three’s Company: The six seasons the Edmonton Oilers used five or more goalies
Thursday, August 13, 2026
The Edmonton Oilers will aim to carry three goaltenders into the 2026-27 season. As Jason Gregor noted, most netminders don’t like it, more teams have tried it recently, and the Oilers will experiment with it, at least to start the season. For some, three goalies can seem like one too many, but d... .. read more..
Will the NHL parity trend continue? Which 100-point team misses playoffs?
Thursday, August 13, 2026
We have seen more parity in the NHL over the previous three seasons. There haven’t been as many glaringly weak teams, but will that continue this season and beyond as the salary cap continues to increase significantly? Last season, Vancouver was the only team under 72 points. In 2022, six teams h... .. read more..
5 Oilers prospects who are playing for an entry-level contract this season
Thursday, August 13, 2026
As Oilersnation continues to count down the top prospects in the Edmonton Oilers organization, today we’ll look at some of the players whose rights could expire at the end of the 2026-27 season. Dalyn Wakely Wakely is the most notable of the group, and he will be a key player to follow this seaso... .. read more..
Harvard Adds Davis, Ronan as Assistants
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Harvard has added Tommy Davis and John Ronan to their staff as assistant coaches. They join Brian Robinson as the only holdover from the old staff.Ted Donato stepped down as head coach of Harvard in May after 22 seasons. He was replaced by Rob Rassey, formerly the top assistant at Michigan and a ... .. read more..
Ben Smith Returns to BC as Assistant
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Ben Smith, who starred at Boston College from 2006-10 and went on to play over 200 NHL games, is returning to his alma mater as an assistant coach.He replaces another former Eagle, Brendan Buckley, who stepped down recently for personal reasons.Smith spent the past year as player development coor... .. read more..
Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 17: Connor Ungar
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Welcome to Oilersnation’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. That makes it back-to-back goalies in the top 20 rankings, with Connor Ungar being my 17th-ranked player. I still struggle internally with Eemil Vinni and Ungar; Vinni is younger, a bit more athletic, and ... .. read more..
WWYDW: Where does Eemil Vinni fit in the Oilers crowded goaltending ranks?
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Eight. Eight is the number of goaltenders under contract in the Edmonton Oilers and Bakersfield Condors system, with 2024 second-round draft pick Eemil Vinni signing a one-year AHL contract with the Condors on Wednesday. Tristan Jarry, Frederik Andersen, and Devon Levi are expected to tend the cr... .. read more..
31 Oilers Questions: Do the Oilers need a right-shot centre?
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
This August, 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 Edmonton Oilers forward ranks have a lot more left-hand shooters ... .. read more..
Oilers prospect Eemil Vinni signs one-year AHL contract with Condors
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
One of the Edmonton Oilers’ top goaltending prospects is coming to North America, as Eemil Vinni has signed a one-year, AHL contract with the Bakersfield Condors. Vinni, 20, was selected by the Oilers in the second round of the 2024 draft, and his journey into the AHL will be his first experience... .. read more..
Who wins an all-time roster battle of NHL stars based on how Stanely Cups the...
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
After a summer spent on failed GM theories , contrarian takes , and blockbuster alternate history , we’re going to keep today’s post nice and simple. It’s an idea that’s been sent in by a few of you over the years, most recently reader Stephen C., and I’ll admit to being surprised we haven’t done... .. read more..
Shudder Island
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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WST | Viggo Bjorck & the Winnipeg Jets’ Swedish Future
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Uffe Bodin discusses Viggo Björck’s rise, the Jets’ Swedish prospects, and why Winnipeg is gaining attention in Sweden. .. read more..