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Oilers building goaltending pipeline with Emil Vinni signing
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 goaltenders went in the first round,…
Former Oilers forward Jeff Skinner signs in Switzerland with EHC Biel-Bienne
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 back in 2009, Toni Rajala. Skinner struggled to…
‘From Peter Parker to Spider-Man’: Condors coach praises captain Seth Griffith
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 veterans. They help mentor players….
Oilers former coach says McDavid will win the Stanley Cup: ‘I predict it’
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 and Keith Yandle. But of course, the…
Real Life Podcast: Daily Faceoff Edmonton, AI videos, and the Battle of the Donairs
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 week’s episode of Real…
NHL uploads full game between Oilers, Flames that featured goalie fight, line brawls
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 Mike Smith and Cam…
31 Oilers Questions: Can Kasperi Kapanen stick in the top six?
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…
Cutting McDavid and Draisaitl’s minutes on the Oilers penalty kill? ‘Silly to close doors on anything,’ says Bowman
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 host Bob Stauffer, general…
Three’s Company: The six seasons the Edmonton Oilers used five or more goalies
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 did you know…
Will the NHL parity trend continue? Which 100-point team misses playoffs?
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 had 68 points or…
5 Oilers prospects who are playing for an entry-level contract this season
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 season. His…
Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 17: Connor Ungar
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 has a higher ceiling. In fact, Vinni…
WWYDW: Where does Eemil Vinni fit in the Oilers crowded goaltending ranks?
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 crease in Edmonton, while the journeyman Matt Tomkins will…
Oilers prospect Eemil Vinni signs one-year AHL contract with Condors
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 on the smaller…
Oilers prospect Beau Akey praised by Condors coach despite injuries: ‘Something to be proud of’
There wasn’t much about Beau Akey’s first season of professional hockey that went according to plan. Before the campaign even started, the Edmonton Oilers’ 2023 second-round pick sustained an injury that sidelined him for a month. After a brief conditioning stint in the ECHL, he finally made his AHL debut with the Bakersfield Condors in…
Could ex-Oiler Evander Kane be nearing PTO territory?
The summer is getting long for former Edmonton Oilers winger Evander Kane. After spending a disappointing 2025-26 season with the Vancouver Canucks in which he scored just 13 goals and 31 points in 71 games, averaging 0.18 points per game and 0.44 points per game, the once sought-after rugged forward is now without a contract….
A note about the future of Oilersnation
Hi everyone, my name is Zach Laing, and I’m the managing editor of Oilersnation and news director of The Nation Network. Today, we have an important announcement to share about the future of the company. Some of you may be familiar with the network, but for those who aren’t, we have expansive coverage of the…
Top 100 Oilers: No. 19 — Shawn Horcoff
Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Shawn Horcoff comes in at No. 19 on our updated 2025 list. He was ranked No. 29 on Brownlee’s original list. Shawn Horcoff’s fate in Edmonton was sealed when he signed a…
31 Oilers Questions: How does Edmonton’s centre depth impact Josh Samanski’s roster spot?
Count me amongst the admirers of Josh Samanski’s defensive game. When the Edmonton Oilers were growing short on bodies, especially at centre, through the home stretch of the 2025–26 NHL season, Samanski seized the opportunity. What a whirlwind of a calendar year for the one-time, undrafted DEL product. He went from signing an NHL contract…
Oilers’ McDavid, Draisaitl named Hockey Hall of Fame locks by The Athletic
If Edmonton Oilers superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl were to never play another game in their NHL careers, they would be Hockey Hall of Fame locks, according to a recent analysis done by The Athletic. The outlet, for the third straight year, has looked at the top tiers of NHL players and where their chances…
What will be the challenges of a three-goalie rotation?
The Edmonton Oilers will carry three goalies on the roster to start the season, barring an injury in training camp or preseason. Stanley Cup champion Freddie Andersen turns 37 on Oct. 2, and he’s played 34, 16, 22 and 35 games the past four seasons. He’s built for a three-goalie rotation. Tristan Jarry is 31…
No defence, no Stanley Cup for the Edmonton Oilers
Stan Bowman appeared on the TSN panel during the intermission of one of Canada’s games at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup. The Edmonton Oilers general manager stated that it’s unlikely they add anyone of significance before training camp. He continued to say that he was “happy with where the team was at right now.” A standard…
31 Oilers Questions: Can Matt Savoie produce at a 65-point pace again?
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. This past season was a critical one in Matt Savoie’s career. He was originally drafted ninth overall in 2022 by the…
Top 100 Oilers: No. 20 — Craig Simpson
Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Craig Simpson comes in at No. 20 on our updated 2025 list. He was ranked No. 18 on Brownlee’s original list. Craig Simpson was the ultimate complementary winger. He could fill the…
Monday Mailbag: What is the Oilers’ biggest on-ice issue Mike Babcock needs to fix?
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 Josh Samanski’s role on the team, Jake Walman’s contract, summer BBQs, and more. If you’ve got…
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