The Edmonton Oilers might have a goaltending depth problem heading into the 2024-25 season, as goaltending prospect Olivier Rodrigue has struggled during the preseason. Originally drafted 62nd overall in 2018, Rodrigue was expected to be a key part of Edmonton’s future in net. However, his lackluster preseason performance raises serious concerns about his ability to…
With the news that defenseman Tyson Barrie has signed a one-year deal with the Calgary Flames, one has to wonder if Barrie’s former team should have given him a call before the contract was signed. Unless the Edmonton Oilers make a trade later in the season, the reality now is that Barrie isn’t coming back…
According to the 2 Mutts Podcast, “It sounds like the #LetsGoOilers & Travis Dermott are in talks about signing a deal as of this morning.” They add that this is a situation to follow as is the drama unfolding with the rest of the Oilers’ blue line. It sounds like the #LetsGoOilers & Travis Dermott…
At the risk of reading too much into one preseason game, it seemed clear on Wednesday evening that the Edmonton Oilers don’t have a No. 4 defenseman ready and pegged in to play alongside Darnell Nurse this season. When the Oilers had an opportunity to partner Ty Emberson with Nurse in the latter’s first preseason…
The Edmonton Oilers flew into Seattle to face the Kraken on Wednesday night. With two exhibition games left on their schedule, joining them in his first preseason game is defenseman Darnell Nurse. Nurse has been nursing (pun intended) a nagging injury and the team has been cautious not to rush him back. But, as the…
Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner debuted a fresh new look in Monday’s preseason matchup against the Seattle Kraken. But his gear isn’t the only thing that’s changed about the starter. The 26-year-old Skinner opened up about his personal and professional growth and development over the last 12 months, possibly foreshadowing a brand new version of…
The Edmonton Oilers reduced their Training Camp roster to 26 players on Tuesday—consisting of 15 forwards, eight defensemen, and three goalies—by placing some players on waivers for assignment to Bakersfield. The resulting group of 26 players looks very close to the opening night roster, with uncertainties surrounding players like Noah Philp, Raphael Lavoie, Travis Dermott,…
Connor McDavid, captain of the Edmonton Oilers, has shown his leadership and is making a statement early in the pre-season by requesting more ice time to prepare for the 2024-25 NHL regular season. According to Sportsnet’s Mark Spector, McDavid approached head coach Kris Knoblauch over the weekend and told the coach he wants to play…
It might be too much to suggest Connor McDavid is frustrated, but the captain of the Edmonton Oilers is certainly eager to get the regular season lineup into pre-season games and see what this team can do together. The hint seems to be to put away the blender, let the prospects and hopefuls go, and…
As the Edmonton Oilers prepare for the 2024-25 NHL season, several compelling narratives and player developments stand out. Host Matthew Zator and Oilers writer Brian Swane discuss these themes in their preview. They cover the breakout stars, key storylines, bounce-back players, and X-factors. See the video below for their conversation. Here’s a breakdown of what…
