Edmonton Oilers

October 25, 2025

When the Whistle Becomes the Story: Inside the Oilers & Canadiens Officiating Controversy

There are regulation losses, and then there are nights that leave a franchise questioning the very integrity of the game’s management. What transpired in Montreal, culminating in a 6-5 victory for the Edmonton Oilers, was unequivocally the latter. The Montreal Canadiens were not just winning; they were dominating. Holding a 5-3 lead early in the third period—built on a blistering four-goal surge in just over four minutes—Martin St. Louis’s squad was demonstrating its most “complete game” at 5-on-5, according to the head coach. They had taken a high-powered Oilers team and, for long stretches, neutralized them. Then, the script wasn’t

October 19, 2025

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A Glut of Good Problems: Navigating the Oilers’ Impending Roster Crunch

For the first time in recent memory, the Edmonton Oilers are grappling with a problem born of success rather than necessity: they have too many NHL-caliber players. As a host of injured regulars near their return, the front office faces a complex puzzle of waivers, salary cap implications, and asset management. Also on the EDGE – Winning Ugly: Deconstructing the Edmonton Oilers’ Unfamiliar Slow Start With the team currently carrying 26 players, at least three will need to be moved to become compliant with the 23-man roster limit once Zach Hyman, Jake Walman, and Mattias Janmark are activated. The impending

October 17, 2025

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Winning Ugly: Deconstructing the Edmonton Oilers’ Unfamiliar Slow Start

For fans of the Edmonton Oilers, the phrase “slow start” typically conjures up images of defensive breakdowns, questionable goaltending, and a desperate climb back to playoff contention before the calendar even flips to December. Yet, four games into the 2025-26 campaign, the team sits with a comfortable 2−1−1 record. They are banking points. They are not, however, scoring goals—a problem so uncharacteristic for an Oilers team led by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl that it warrants a closer look. This isn’t the frantic, five-alarm fire of seasons past; it’s a quiet, simmering issue of a high-powered engine struggling to get

October 13, 2025

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Oilers Betting on Roslovic’s Speed & Scoring Upside

The Edmonton Oilers have added a new piece to their forward group, signing Jack Roslovic to a one-year, $1.5 million contract. After a summer of speculation and waiting, the former first-round pick has landed in a situation that presents both a significant opportunity and a considerable challenge. For the Oilers, this is a low-risk, potentially high-reward gamble on a player with a unique combination of speed, skill, and a burning motivation to prove his worth. For Roslovic, it’s a chance to re-establish his value on a contending team. A Need for Speed One of the defining characteristics of the modern

October 9, 2025

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Edmonton Oilers

Edmonton Oilers Fortify Their Roster With Ekholm, Walman & Roslovic Signings

When Connor McDavid put pen to paper on his recent contract extension, it was more than just a captain’s commitment; it was a signal. It was a message to the league that the superstar was all-in on Edmonton, and it was a challenge to management to do everything in its power to build a champion around him. General Manager Stan Bowman and the Oilers’ front office clearly heard that message, responding with a series of calculated and aggressive moves designed to maximize this championship window. By extending defensemen Mattias Ekholm and Jake Walman and adding forward Jack Roslovic, the Oilers

October 7, 2025

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The $25 Million Ultimatum: McDavid Puts the Oilers on the Clock

On the eve of another NHL season, with the sting of back-to-back Stanley Cup Final losses still raw, Connor McDavid didn’t just sign a contract extension. He delivered a message. He drew a line in the sand. His new two-year, $25 million deal isn’t about securing his future; it’s about defining the Edmonton Oilers’ present. Make no mistake, this isn’t a standard hometown discount. This is a challenge, a high-stakes gamble that puts the entire organization on notice. The clock is officially ticking in Edmonton, and it’s set for two years. A Contract Unlike Any Other Let’s get the brass

October 6, 2025

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Knoblauch Gets His Deal: Oilers Lock Down the Man Who Steered the Ship from the Brink

The Edmonton Oilers have sent a clear message to the rest of the league: they believe in their guy. On Oct. 3, the organization put months of speculation to rest, inking head coach Kris Knoblauch to a three-year contract extension. The move solidifies his position behind the bench through the 2028-29 season, providing a crucial dose of stability for a franchise that has been knocking on the door of championship glory for two straight seasons. For a team with the world’s best player entering the final year of his contract, this wasn’t just a good move; it was the only

October 4, 2025

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More Than Just an Insurance Policy: Breaking Down the Oilers’ Savvy Acquisition of Connor Ingram

On the first day of October, a time when NHL rosters are solidifying and the focus is squarely on the opening night puck drop, Edmonton Oilers GM Stan Bowman executed a move that flew slightly under the radar but speaks volumes about his team-building philosophy. The Oilers acquired 28-year-old goaltender Connor Ingram from the Utah Mammoth for the ever-ambiguous “future considerations.” On the surface, it’s a simple depth transaction. But when you peel back the layers, this deal reveals itself as a shrewd piece of salary cap wizardry, a low-risk bet on a high-upside player, and a fascinating human-interest story

September 25, 2025

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Edmonton Oilers’ $8.85 Million Bet on Vasily Podkolzin is Both Safe & Savvy

In the high-stakes world of managing a Stanley Cup contender, the flashiest moves often grab the headlines. It’s the blockbuster trades and the nine-figure superstar extensions that dominate the discourse. But championships are frequently built in the margins, with shrewd, calculated signings that provide value, stability, and a clear strategic purpose. The Edmonton Oilers’ recent three-year, $8.85 million extension for winger Vasily Podkolzin is precisely that kind of move—a deal that, upon closer inspection, reveals itself as a cornerstone of the team’s strategy to keep its competitive window pried wide open. Also on the EDGE – All Eyes Are on

September 25, 2025

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Loading Up: The Oilers are Unleashing McDavid and Draisaitl Together

The Edmonton Oilers are officially pushing the big red button. Forget easing into the season or saving the trump card for a desperate third-period push in February. Head coach Kris Knoblauch has confirmed the plan from day one of the 2025-26 campaign: Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl will start the year shackled together on the top line. The “nuclear option” is now the primary strategy. For years, the debate has raged in Oil Country and across the league. Do you load up one unstoppable line, creating a matchup nightmare for opponents but potentially leaving the rest of your forward corps