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Was John Chayka the Cheapest Option? -
"Was John Chayka, quite frankly, the cheapest option available?" Nick Alberga gives his thoughts on the Maple Leafs ' press conference announcing John Chayka as Toronto's next General Manager. Presented by Ninja Kitchen Canada #Ninjacrispi #CrispiPro #EasyKitchen #HomeCooking Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! If you liked this, check out: 🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow 🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401 🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom 🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army 🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Flames_Nation 🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us on ⬇️ Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff
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It’s time for the Oilers to limit Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ role -
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has been through it all for the Edmonton Oilers. He’s stuck with the team, whether they finished last place or fought tooth and nail in Game 7 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final. As the last holdover from the Decade of Darkness, he’s been a fixture in the top six for 15 years….
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Bowman thinks Oilers won’t have ‘dramatically different’ roster next year -
The lingering sentiment around the Edmonton Oilers exit interviews was the team must improve because the goal is to win the Stanley Cup next year. No one tried to pull the wool after a frustrating season, not Stan Bowman, not Connor McDavid, and certainly not Leon Draisaitl. But what changes will be made in terms…
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Things we think we know: McDavid, Draisaitl want more out of Oilers -
When Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl came out as a united front about the Oilers’ need for change at the team’s end-of-season availability, it showed a necessary passion, but underlined just how do-or-die next season will be. Mark Spector look at things we (think we) know.
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Oilers, Islanders and Blackhawks have been among the biggest winners in the NHL lottery’s history -
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Is the Window Closing to Keep Connor McDavid in Edmonton? -
The Edmonton Oilers know they have a window to win with Connor McDavid signed for two years, as the narrative ramps up about him leaving.
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Anaheim Ducksista kovia huomioita – yksi asiaa herättää huolta -
Anaheim Ducks lähetti Edmonton Oilersin laulukuoroon ensimmäisellä pudotuspelikierroksella. Atleetin NHL-kirjeenvaihtaja Jouni Nieminen ylistää Ducksia videoblogissaan. – Ducks teki todella vaikutuksen ottelusarjassa Edmontonia vastaan sarjassa, jossa Oilersilla oli ehkä 6-8 matkustajaa. Eli pelaajia, jotka eivät oikein olleet mukana sarjassa. Mutta Ducksilla ei ollut yhtään sellaista, Jouni Nieminen toteaa. – Anaheimissa juhlittiin ensimmäistä playoff-sarjavoittoa sitten kevään 2017. […]
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Pressure Builds in Tampa Bay as Canadiens Advance + Round 2 Previews | DFO Rundown -
Welcome to the DFO Rundown with Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek! The NHL playoffs delivered absolute chaos this weekend, from a historic Game 7 in Montreal to a 15-goal explosion between the Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild, while major offseason storylines are already starting to take shape. Today we break down everything you need to know. The Montreal Canadiens pulled off one of the most shocking wins in recent playoff history, advancing with just nine shots on goal, raising questions about whether goaltending can carry them deeper into the postseason. Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Lightning were eliminated again in the first round, sparking debate about whether real changes are coming or if this is simply a case of bad timing and injuries. The Toronto Maple Leafs made a major front office move by hiring John Chayka, and the conversation quickly turns to what this means for Auston Matthews and the long-term direction of the franchise. Out west, the Edmonton Oilers, Boston Bruins, Dall
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How did the Montreal Canadiens Neutralize Nikita Kucherov -
"[Tampa Bay] was playing into what Montreal was doing on the PK" Tony DeAngelo breaks down how #GoHabsGo neutralized Nikita Kucherov, holding the #GoBolts superstar pointless in games five through seven. Presented by bet365 #bet365 Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! If you liked this, check out: 🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow 🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401 🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom 🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army 🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Flames_Nation 🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us on ⬇️ Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff 💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com 🐦 Follow o
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How busy will the Oilers be this summer -
Every decision the Edmonton Oilers will have to consider McDavid’s current two-year contract.
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Anaheim Ducks vs Vegas Golden Knights Round 2 Preview -
"You want Anaheim to win, you believe in them. PICK 'EM" Jonny Lazarus & Gary Lawless go back and forth on who will win the #FlyTogether vs #ForgedInGold second-round series. Presented by @ProrasoUSA #ShaveLikeAPro Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! If you liked this, check out: 🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow 🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401 🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom 🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army 🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Flames_Nation 🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us on ⬇️ Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff 💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com 🐦 Follow on twitter: https:
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Is the Window Closing to Keep Connor McDavid in Edmonton? -
The Edmonton Oilers know they have a window to win with Connor McDavid signed for two years, as the narrative ramps up about him leaving.
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Oilers Complete 2026 Offseason Guide -
Trades, signings, rumors, salary cap, draft picks, and everything else related to the Edmonton Oilers can be found in this offseason guide.
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‘Sham,’ ‘con artist,’ ‘liar’: Reporter rips into Maple Leafs’ hiring of John Chayka -
Leave it to the Toronto Maple Leafs to be nothing short of a source of entertainment. In a move that took the hockey world by surprise, the Leafs announced Sunday they hired John Chayka as general manager, and Mats Sundin as senior executive advisor. The Sundin news was tolerable, given his 13-years as a player…
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The Oilers may have jumped the gun with Jake Walman’s extension, but there’s still hope -
The Edmonton Oilers extended a handful of players before the start of the 2025-26 season. Chief among them was Connor McDavid, who agreed to a two-year deal worth $12.5 million, the same annual average value as his previous contract. That set the deadline for the Oilers’ window of contention. With the extra money, the Blue…
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Canadiens Advance and Leafs Hire Sundin and Chayka ft. Marco D'Amico & Nick Alberga | The Sheet -
Season 3 rolls on with Jeff Marek breaking down a thrilling night in the NHL alongside Marco D'Amico as they recap the Montreal Canadiens’ dramatic Game 7 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, digging into the key moments, standout performances, and what it means for a young Canadiens group finding its stride at the perfect time. The conversation then shifts to a compelling second round matchup as Montreal gets set to face the Buffalo Sabres, with a full preview of the storylines, matchups, and what to watch for in the series. Later, Nick Alberga joins Jeff to break down the latest in Toronto as the Toronto Maple Leafs officially introduce Mats Sundin and John Chayka to the front office, reacting to today’s press conference, what their arrivals signal for the organization, and how this new leadership group could shape the Leafs moving forward. Subscribe for more from The Sheet and never miss an episode #TheSheet #NHL #Hockey #JeffMarek #MontrealCanadiens #GoHabsGo #TampaBayLightning #
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3 Oilers’ Head Coaching Targets if Knoblauch Is Fired -
After back-to-back Stanley Cup Final appearances, the Edmonton Oilers lost their first-round series to the Anaheim Ducks in six games this year, and much of the blame belongs to head…
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The Second Round Is Here | 32 Thoughts -
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman being with the Canadiens outlasting the Lightning to advance to the second round. ---------------------------------------------- 0:00 - Show start 0:40 - The Canadiens advance to the second round 17:56 - They look ahead to Buffalo-Montreal in the second round 26:30 - Game 1between Colorado and Minnesota 34:00 - They break down the Oilers' shortcomings 44:00 - The outlook for the Boston Bruins 49:00 - Unpacking where Utah is headed. 52:11 - The Leafs hiring Chayka and Sundin to lead their Hockey Ops 1:02:15 - Vancouver's front office search 1:04:30 - Elliotte opines about Mike Gillis 1:09:10 - The Holloway extension in St. Louis 1:12:20 - The Thought Line 1:32:58 - Game 1 Flyers vs Hurricanes 1:36:56 - Ducks-Golden Knights Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Fr
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Dickinson and Murphy enjoyed playing with Edmonton Oilers, would welcome a return -
“Loved it here. The crowd was amazing, the organization treats us fantastic, the city feels like home... I said to my wife it just feels like were driving around home and playing hockey. Everything feels so natural here"
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Comments From Oilers Point to Need For Fundamental Shift in Edmonton -
After a disappointing exit, Edmonton must overhaul its defensive identity and reduce heavy minutes for its superstars to transform from regular-season giants into resilient playoff champions.
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Why Oilers have to take hard look at how they play, not just personnel -
NHL insider Elliotte Friedman joined the FAN Hockey Show to discuss what the Oilers off-season might look like, and why on top of evaluating their personnel going forward, they also have to take a hard look at their on-ice play style.
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Have the Edmonton Oilers Gone in the Wrong Direction? -
The Edmonton Oilers are trending in the wrong direction and the top players know in order to fix it they need to be better.
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Five key players the Oilers needed more from in the playoffs against the Ducks -
It was a strange feeling this past weekend, going around town at the beginning of May and not seeing people wearing their finest Edmonton Oilers threads, or a single Oilers car flag on passing cars, at least from what I saw. The Oilers were ousted by the Anaheim Ducks in the first round, their earliest…
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Dickinson and Murphy enjoyed playing with Oilers', would welcome a return -
“Loved it here. The crowd was amazing, the organization treats us fantastic, the city feels like home... I said to my wife it just feels like were driving around home and playing hockey. Everything feels so natural here"
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Meddig tart az Anaheim lendülete? -
A fantasztikus fiatalokkal teletűzdelt Ducks, az Edmonton után vajon kiejti a Vegast is?
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Questions defining the Oilers offseason: Will they have a new head coach? -
The offseason has come much earlier in Oil Country than it has over the past few seasons, and that means that big changes are likely on the way. Over the next few weeks, I will be looking at the five biggest questions that will define this summer for the Oilers and, in turn, could wind…
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NHL Rumor Roundup: Oilers' Early Playoff Exit Sparks Rumors About McDavid's And Nurse's Futures -
The Edmonton Oilers elimination by the Anaheim Ducks from the Stanley Cup Playoffs has some observers pondering potential changes for the club.
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The Habs Are Off To Round 2 & Chayka Heads To Toronto | Daily Faceoff Live -
The Montreal Canadiens are moving on — and doing it in one of the most unbelievable Game 7 performances you’ll ever see. In this episode of Daily Faceoff Live, we break down how the Montreal Canadiens punched their ticket to Round 2 despite generating just 10 shots on goal. Is Jakub Dobes the real deal, and can his run continue? We also dive into what’s next for the Tampa Bay Lightning after a disappointing exit. Is a coaching change in Tampa Bay even realistic — or just wishful thinking for teams like the Leafs and Oilers? Over in the West, the Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild put on an absolute show, combining for 15 goals in a chaotic Game 1. Is this series destined to be the most unpredictable of Round 2? Plus, we bring in Jeff Marek to discuss the biggest storyline in Toronto: the arrival of John Chayka. What do the Toronto Maple Leafs see in him, and what’s at the top of his offseason to-do list? Does it start behind the bench with Craig Berube, or is there a bigger move
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Have the Edmonton Oilers Gone in the Wrong Direction? -
The Edmonton Oilers are trending in the wrong direction and the top players know in order to fix it they need to be better.
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All Sixes and Sevens and Nines -
My favourite Rolling Stones song is Tumbling Dice, although ask me in a month and it might be Moonlight Mile. In…
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Is Jaccob Slavin the Best Defensive Defenceman in the NHL? -
"He's the best defensive defenceman in the league" Sean Walker on teammate Jaccob Slavin. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! If you liked this, check out: 🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow 🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401 🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom 🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army 🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Flames_Nation 🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us on ⬇️ Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff 💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com 🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff 💻 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoff Daily Faceoff Merch: https://nationgear.ca/
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The Second Round Is Here | 32 Thoughts -
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman being with the Canadiens outlasting the Lightning to advance to the second round. ---------------------------------------------- 0:00 - Show start 1:10 - The Canadiens advance to the second round 18:26 - They look ahead to Buffalo-Montreal in the second round 27:00 - Game 1between Colorado and Minnesota 34:30 - They break down the Oilers' shortcomings 44:30 - The outlook for the Boston Bruins 49:30 - Unpacking where Utah is headed. 52:41 - The Leafs hiring Chayka and Sundin to lead their Hockey Ops 1:02:45 - Vancouver's front office search 1:05:00 - Elliotte opines about Mike Gillis 1:09:40 - The Holloway extension in St. Louis 1:12:50 - The Thought Line 1:33:28 - Game 1 Flyers vs Hurricanes 1:37:26 - Ducks-Golden Knights Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Elliotte Fr
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Edmonton Oilers 2025-26 Season-End Awards -
The Edmonton Oilers were eliminated from the 2026 NHL Playoffs on April 30 with a 5-2 loss to the Anaheim Ducks in Game 6 of their Western Conference first round…
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NHL Playoffs First-Round Takeaways: Tkachuk, Oilers & Much More -
With last night’s Game 7 between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Montreal Canadiens in the rearview mirror, the first round of the 2026 playoffs is officially complete. There were quite…
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The Wild West: Mammoth, Oilers, Stars Postmortem, Semifinal Matchups, and More -
Happy Monday y’all! We are officially into the second round of the playoffs, with the Colorado Avalanche facing the Minnesota Wild and the Vegas Golden Knights taking on the Anaheim Ducks. Lots of fun story lines in these series to keep our eyes on; Hughes v Makar, Torts v Gauthier, which goalies are going to [...]
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NHL Predictions: Round 2, Game 1, 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Anaheim Ducks vs Vegas Golden Knights -
Welcome back to NHL Stanley Cup Playoff Predictions. Each day, writers here at Last Word On Hockey take a look at the slate of games and predict the outcome. This and other series can be found in the NHL Predictions section. In this edition of Stanley Cup Playoff Predictions, we shift to Game 1 of this second-round Western Conference matchup as the Anaheim Ducks visit the Vegas Golden Knights, with both teams opening what projects to be one of the most stylistically contrasting series of the playoffs. Stanley Cup Playoff Predictions: Anaheim Ducks vs Vegas Golden Knights Game 1 Regular Season Series: Anaheim won 3-0 Time: 9:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time | 6:30 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time How to Watch – US TV: TNT, truTV, HBO Max | Canada TV: SN, SN360, TVAS,
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2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Western Conference Second Round Preview: Anaheim Ducks vs Vegas Golden Knights -
Here at Last Word On Hockey, we will preview and review all of the series from the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. In every series, we aim to deliver at least three articles throughout the series: a preview, a mid-series analysis, and a recap. Today, we shift our focus to the Anaheim Ducks versus the Vegas Golden Knights. After a statement first-round win over the Edmonton Oilers, the Ducks now face a far different challenge in a structured, experienced Vegas group. Meanwhile, the Golden Knights advanced past the Utah Mammoth in six games, continuing their reputation as one of the league’s most consistent playoff performers. 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Western Conference Second Round: Ducks vs Golden Knights Preview The Anaheim Ducks and Vegas Golden Knights meet in the Western Conference Second Round in what projects as one of the most stylistically intriguing matchups of the postseason.
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Around the NHL: 3 potential Evgeni Malkin free agent destinations, McDavid/Draisaitl call out entire Oilers’ organization -
Welcome back to another edition of Around the NHL, as we’ve hit the second-round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Pittsburgh Penguins have been sent home, same goes for the Dallas Stars, Ottawa Senators, Los Angeles Kings, Edmonton Oilers, and Tampa Bay Lightning. We’ve entered the second round, and this postseason has been entertaining as…
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32 Thoughts Podcast: Canadiens take their talents to Buffalo -
In this edition of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman talk Canadiens outlasting the Lightning, look ahead to Buffalo-Montreal, break down the Oilers’ shortcomings, delve into the Leafs hiring John Chayka and Mats Sundin and much more.
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Monday Mailbag: Will Kris Knoblauch be coaching the Oilers in October? -
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’ exit pressers, Kris Knoblauch’s future, Leon Draisaitl’s concern about the team’s direction, and more….
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Uusi NHL-supertähti on syttynyt – taustalla aivan poikkeuksellinen strategia -
NHLSuomen toimitus ottaa tänä keväänä kantaa jokaiseen NHL:n pudotuspelisarjaan neljällä kuumalla väitteellä. Monien yllätykseksi toiselle kierrokselle itsensä taistellut Anaheim Ducks kohtaa pudotuspeleissä aina vaarallisen Vegas Golden Knightsin. Sarjasta väitteitä toisi
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Takeaways From Oilers’ End-of-Season Press Conference -
The Edmonton Oilers were stunned by the Anaheim Ducks in the first round of the playoffs this season, and now their focus is on coming back stronger next season. While…
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Wars on ice: Bare knuckle hockey fights, a latest combat sport, hits Enoch -
'There's a particular kind of expression of violence that is accepted culturally because it evolved that way, and it has limits and it has constraints'
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Legendarens stora ord om Leo Carlsson
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Anaheim slog ut Edmonton i förra veckan – och i natt väntar Vegas i nästa slutspelsrunda. Nu hyllas Leo Carlsson stort av klubbikonen Teemu Selänne. – Han kommer vara en ledare för Ducks under lång, lång tid, säger legendaren.
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Oilers, Islanders and Blackhawks have been among the biggest winners in the NHL lottery’s history -
A decade after the NBA held its first draft lottery — with Patrick Ewing the grand prize — the NHL followed suit amid considerably less fanfare. Commissioner Gary Bettman was a former basketball man himself, and his league came up with its own way of determining the draft order. It was used for the first The post Oilers, Islanders and Blackhawks have been among the biggest winners in the NHL lottery’s history appeared first on The Lethbridge Herald - News and Sports from around Lethbridge.
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Oilers, Islanders and Blackhawks have been among the biggest winners in the NHL lottery’s history -
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Who Should Rangers Fans Root For? #shorts -
There are a lot of former Rangers still playing in the post-season, but who should #NYR fans be rooting for? Rupper thinks that's an easy answer... Presented by @bet365ca #bet365 Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! If you liked this, check out: 🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow 🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401 🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom 🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army 🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Flames_Nation 🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us on ⬇️ Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff 💻 Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com 🐦 Follow on twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff 💻 Follow on Fac
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Tony DeAngelo Opens & Round Two Begins | Morning Cuppa Hockey -
The Playoffs are heating up and so is the debate on Morning Cuppa Hockey. Former NHL Defenceman Colby Cohen and Jonny Lazarus kick things off with Tony DeAngelo of the New York Islanders joining the show LIVE - talking life on Long Island, the offseason ahead, and what's really going on with one of the NHL's most interesting franchises. Then Colby goes there... Again. Matvei Michkov struggles in Game 1 vs the Hurricanes. Kevin Kurz joins to break down the second round matchup between Philadelphia and Carolina. To close it out, veteran hockey insider Gary Lawless tees up the Vegas Golden Knights vs Anaheim Ducks series - what to watch, who has the edge, and whether the Ducks Cinderalla run has legs. Honest. Unfiltered. The hockey conversation nobody else is having. 🎙️ Subscribe to the Morning Cuppa Hockey podcast - Apple, Spotify, wherever you listen. Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/ 👍🏼Proraso USA: http://www.Proraso-USA.com 👍🏼Outwest: https://outwest.us/ 👍🏼JP Wiser
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THE COSSA QUESTION: DETROIT'S GOALIE SITUATION & NHL DRAMA - Winged Wheel Podcast - May 3rd, 2026 -
What's the plan between the pipes in Hockeytown? This Detroit Red Wings podcast tackles the Sebastian Cossa question as the Grand Rapids Griffins playoff run raises debates about Detroit's goalie depth chart. News and analysis covers Red Wings prospects, a Marco Kasper injury update, and NHL drama including the Oilers' postseason meltdown. (00:00) - Intro Ryan learns the hard way not to wade into Bruins-Sabres discourse online, plus a tragic Costco hot dog incident in the parking lot. (06:25) - Goalie Situation Next Season Sebastian Cossa is no longer waiver-exempt, Michael Postava has taken the Griffins net, and John Gibson holds down Detroit. How does Steve Yzerman handle a backup spot when Cam Talbot is a UFA and playoff expectations are real? (26:00) - Trading Cossa Scenarios Edmonton, Vancouver, and the Elias Pettersson rage-baiting Evan return. What kind of return makes sense if Yzerman moves a goalie prospect this summer? (38:20) - Marco Kasper Knee Injury Kasper reportedly
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The Intern Diaries: Coping with the Oilers loss -
The Intern Diaries are back for another week to fill you in on what the current vibes are at Nation HQ. Status update: Not great thanks to the Edmonton Oilers. Yesterday the vibes were way down at the office. Everyone is devastated after Thursday’s game, and I am still feeling it today at home. Monday…
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Will Tampa's Jon Cooper or Bruce Cassidy replace Knoblauch as Edmonton Oilers coach? -
There is already one coach with Stanley Cup-pedigree on the market, defensive specialist Bruce Cassidy, recently fired from the Vegas Golden Knights.
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Sunday Scramble: Stan Bowman good at the margins, but big swings and misses sting -
This week’s Sunday Scramble will be a free-flowing exercise, perhaps lacking structure. I guess to mirror the Edmonton Oilers’ performance this year. (We make fun of our teams like you would a sibling, after all). Here at Oilersnation it’s been a busy weekend pouring through the many soundbites. The table is set for a consequential…
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Will Tampa's Jon Cooper or Bruce Cassidy replace Knoblauch as Edmonton Oilers coach? -
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Makdeivids izslēgšanas spēlēs sadzīvojis ar lūzumu kājā -
Nacionālās hokeja līgas (NHL) kluba Edmontonas ″Oilers″ superzvaigzne Konors Makdeivids aizvadītajā ″play-off″ pirmās kārtas sērijā spītējis lūzumam pēdā.
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Oilers’ Ingram on playing in a Canadian market: ‘If you can play here… you’ll be fine anywhere else’ -
Edmonton Oilers connor Ingram playing Canadian market: ‘If you can play here… you’ll be fine anywhere else’ It’s been a long, difficult road for Connor Ingram. Cast aside by the Utah Mammoth last fall, just months after exiting the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program to seek help with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder, the Edmonton Oilers stepped…
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McDavid and Draisaitl asked about playing together or apart, how can Oilers depth fill roles -
Connor McDavid played the most minutes amongst NHL forwards in the 2025-26 season by a healthy margin. The Edmonton Oilers phenom played 43 seconds more per game than the next closest in Nathan MacKinnon, averaging 22:59 for the year. That was the highest average ice-time of his career: nine seconds more than in 2018-19 which…
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Kitchener Rangers’ Jack Pridham Breaks Down His Game, Draft & Viral Michigan Goal | Beyond the Crest -
Jeff Marek sits down with Kitchener Rangers forward Jack Pridham for an in-depth conversation on his rise through the OHL, his unconventional development path, and what’s next after being drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks. Pridham reflects on his time at St. Andrew’s College, playing alongside top prospects, and how that shaped his game both on and off the ice. He opens up about learning under Rangers head coach Jussi Ahokas, the impact of the organization’s upgraded facilities, and the importance of structure and detail in his development. The conversation also dives into his standout Michigan goal, his shooting mentality inspired by Alexander Ovechkin, and what it means to chase an NHL dream one day at a time. Plus, Pridham shares insight into growing up around the game with his father, Toronto Maple Leafs AGM Brandon Pridham, and how that’s influenced his approach to hockey. #JackPridham #KitchenerRangers #OHL #Blackhawks #NHLProspects #Hockey #DailyFaceoff #JeffMarek Chapters: 0:
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What to make of Leon Draisaitl’s and Connor McDavid Comments? -
Leon Draisaitl said that the Edmonton Oilers have taken a step back and are trending in the wrong direction. Connor McDavid doesn't disagree.
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21 Fantasy Hockey Rambles -
Every Sunday, we share 21 Fantasy Rambles from our writers at DobberHockey. These thoughts are curated from the past week's ‘Daily Ramblings’. Writers/Editors: Ian Gooding, Michael Clifford, Alexander MacLean, Puneet Sharma, and Dobber ___ 1. It was a panicked Friday for the Oilers the day after they were knocked out of the playoffs. Connor McDavid [...]
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Why it’s time for the Oilers to make a coaching change -
In the Edmonton Oilers’ final season before Connor McDavid turns 30 years old, they were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Anaheim Ducks. In general, it was a mediocre season for the team all year long. As McDavid put it, they were an “average team with high expectations.” Plenty of blame…
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The Kitchener Community Supports the Rangers and Makes the Hockey Culture Possible... -
“It’s similar to our small town where you can’t go anywhere without somebody knowing you” Tanya Reid, mother of Cameron Reid, on how the Kitchener Rangers community shows love not just to players, but everyone around them. Presented by Primaris REIT #BattleBuilt | @OHLRangers Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! If you liked this, check out: 🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow 🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401 🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom 🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army 🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Flames_Nation 🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with us on ⬇️ Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/daily_faceoff 💻 Web
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Oilers’ coach Kris Knoblauch on whether he’s worried about his job: ‘It is what it is’ -
This was the first season for the Edmonton Oilers under coach Kris Knoblauch that they didn’t go to the Stanley Cup Final. But a first-round playoff loss, considering the team’s expectations, and their inconsistent play all season, has many wondering whether Knoblauch will get another opportunity. Saturday was eventful, with the key players in the…
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Resurgent Ducks giving fans reason to believe after knocking off Oilers -
In many ways, a season like this would’ve certainly seemed unreal back in July.
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What to make of Leon Draisaitl’s and Connor McDavid Comments? -
Leon Draisaitl said that the Edmonton Oilers have taken a step back and are trending in the wrong direction. Connor McDavid doesn't disagree.
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NHL Rumors: Dallas Stars, and the Edmonton Oilers -
Both the Dallas Stars and Edmonton Oilers have money tied up and lack prospects and draft picks. Do they look to move out some bodies?
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What specific roster adjustments is McDavid likely to request this summer? -
It’s going to be a long off-season for the Edmonton Oilers. Not just because they were bounced in the first round, but because there’ll be a lot of noise surrounding Connor McDavid. The Oilers’ captain cemented the fact that he wants to win in Edmonton during the end-of-season press conference, but with two years left…
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Knoblauch: McDavid spielte mit gebrochenem Knochen -
Beim frühen Ausscheiden der Edmonton Oilers in Runde eins der Play-offs hatte das Team auch mit Verletzsproblemen zu kämpfen. Mehrere Spieler spielten angeschlagen, insbesonder ein Superstar.
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Built by Community, Defined by Culture: Kitchener Rangers Hockey | Beyond the Crest (EP 1) -
Beyond the Crest takes you inside the Kitchener Rangers organization — one of the most respected programs in junior hockey — to uncover what truly makes this team and city special. From billet families who become lifelong support systems, to players learning how to grow both on and off the ice, this feature dives deep into the culture that defines Rangers hockey. Through conversations with players, families, staff, and members of the Kitchener community, we explore how development, leadership, and connection all come together to build something bigger than the game itself. That same commitment shows up in the environment around the team as well, with recent upgrades to the locker room, training and recovery spaces, and player areas reinforcing the standard the organization sets every day. With a rich history that includes a Memorial Cup championship legacy and a passionate fan base, Kitchener continues to set the standard for what a junior hockey organization can be. This is more tha
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Personal Opinion -
I rarely post my personal opinion in the articles, because the blog is based on ‘following along at home’ and that’s…
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NHL Rumors: Dallas Stars, and the Edmonton Oilers -
Both the Dallas Stars and Edmonton Oilers have money tied up and lack prospects and draft picks. Do they look to move out some bodies?
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Oilers Coach Reveals Connor McDavid Played With Ankle Injury in Playoffs -
Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch revealed on Saturday (May 2) that team captain Connor McDavid played with an injury during Edmonton’s first-round playoff series loss to the Anaheim Ducks.…
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Oilers’ 2026-27 Season Will Be the Biggest in Franchise History -
The Edmonton Oilers are entering arguably their most important season in franchise history. Connor McDavid will be in his 12th season in Edmonton, and they haven’t won the Stanley Cup.…
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Hockey Notes In May -
from Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun,- So how, at this low point in Maple Leafs history, does Keith Pelley get anyone to believe in John Chayka as the next GM of this struggling outfit when the announcement becomes official, likely on Monday afternoon?Chayka has no Stanley Cups or Halls of Fames on his resume. He has been suspended by the NHL for conduct detrimental to the league. He cost the Arizona Coyotes two draft picks for essentially breaking the rules and believing he would get away with it....- I suspect, because he’s of a certain quality, that McDavid will finish his time with the Oilers. He’s signed up for two more seasons, and then will go elsewhere in pursuit of the Stanley Cup. The Edmonton push is all but over. In losing in the opening round to Anaheim, the Oilers looked incredibly flawed. As they did for most of the regular season. It’s not just goaltending here. This is a masters thesis in need of examination.- How much doe
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McDavid and Draisaitl Unhappy, Doan and Adams to Canucks & More NHL Rumours -
In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off with the Edmonton Oilers, where franchise cornerstones Conor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl expressed their frustration with the direction the team is headed.…
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Dan’s Daily: NHL Bungles Round Two, McDavid Rips Oilers; Penguins Wrap -
Badly bungled. There is a still a Round One Game 7 to be played in the glorious series between the […] The post Dan’s Daily: NHL Bungles Round Two, McDavid Rips Oilers; Penguins Wrap appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.
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The three top priorities for the Oilers this offseason -
The Edmonton Oilers bowed out of the Stanley Cup Playoffs with a whimper this week, setting in motion the most important offseason in franchise history. After back-to-back defeats in the Stanley Cup Final, the team entered the 2025 offseason in a tough spot. McDavid’s contract was one year from expiring, and Edmonton’s roster was the…
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NHL-supertähtien media-avautuminen hämmästytti – Connor McDavidin uskollisuudesta taas kiivasta spekulaatiota -
Mitä tapahtuu Edmonton Oilersin kokoonpanolle tai johtoportaalle? Tunnelmat olivat synkät, kun ryhmä esiintyi medialle viimeistä kertaa tällä kaudella.
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Morning Chirps: Vlasic takes to the pitching mound, Oilers vent frustration -
Morning Chirps: Vlasic takes to the pitching mound, Oilers vent frustration
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NHL Rumors: Edmonton Oilers, and the Los Angeles Kings -
Keys to the offseason for the Edmonton Oilers. What direction will the Los Angeles Kings go in as they may be working with a lower internal cap number?
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After eliminating Oilers, Ducks turn focus to next 'big challenge' — the Golden Knights -
In the second round, the Ducks will play the Golden Knights for the first time in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
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The Wild Must Borrow From Dallas' Playbook To Beat the Avs -
The best teams in the NHL tend to win games in multiple ways. You can't choose who you match up against in the playoffs. Maybe you're going up against a fast team like the Edmonton Oilers. You might wind up grinding out a series with a physical (or dirty!) team like the Florida Panthers. Withstandin...
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Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks 2026 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs preview -
After upsetting Edmonton, can Anaheim channel the same underdog energy against Vegas and advance to the conference finals?
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Sunday Habs Headlines: Canadiens prepared for Game 7 -
Montreal Canadiens news and notes “Pretty much every game in this series feels like a Game 7,” Martin St-Louis said before heading to Tampa for the final contest of the series. [La Presse] Flights for both the Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning had to be diverted due to thunderstorms that led to tornado warnings in Tampa. [Journal de Montreal] In recent history, the Habs have performed well in Game 7s. [Journal de Montreal] The history of Game 7s in the NHL. [La Pre
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Critical off-season decisions for the under-performing Edmonton Oilers: 9 Things -
Hard questions.
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Critical off-season decisions for the under-performing Edmonton Oilers: 9 Things -
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McDavids hårda ord – ett sista år av sanning efter fiaskot
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Connor McDavid kallar sitt eget lag för “mediokert hela året”. Lagkamraten Leon Draisaitl talar om en organisation som “tagit stora steg bakåt”. Efter ett chockartat slutspelshaveri mot Anaheim står Edmonton Oilers inför ett brutalt bokslut – och med bara ett år kvar på McDavids kontrakt är pressen nu total.
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What is next for the Edmonton Oilers? -
After a disappointing end to the season, Nate Thompson and Jamison Coyle discuss what's next for the Edmonton Oilers. Don't forget to subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRsrhXtzXmzYX_fiyNHHxbw?sub_confirmation=1 NHL Media on X: https://x.com/NHLMedia NHL Media on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NHLMedia/ NHL Media on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhlmedia
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What to make of Oilers’ end-of-season interviews -
Gene Principe and Mark Spector break down the Edmonton Oilers’ end-of-season interviews that included the messages delivered by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and much more.
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‘It’s a special place’: Four free agents hope to re-sign with Oilers -
If it were up to Jason Dickinson, Connor Murphy, Kasperi Kapanen, and Connor Ingram, their next team would be the same team they played for at season’s end: the Edmonton Oilers. Early playoff exit aside, when all four took to the microphones at Rogers Place for season-ending press conferences, they all shared a similar message….
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Hall looks back on his growth from time with Oilers to Hurricanes -
Luke Gazdic caught up with Taylor Hall to look back on his early NHL years in Edmonton, what’s unique about playing with the Hurricanes, how fatherhood changed his outlook on playing in the NHL, and the intensity of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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Oilers Notes: McDavid, Dickinson, Draisaitl, Knoblauch -
The Edmonton Oilers held their end-of-season interviews after failing to win one playoff round, on the heels of back-to-back trips to the Stanley Cup Finals. It was a day filled with difficult conversations and injury updates. Notably, both Connor McDavid and Jason Dickinson were revealed to be playing through foot fractures, head coach Kris Knoblauch […]
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Taylor Hall Thinks Consistency Is Key In Carolina -
Sportsnet's Luke Gazdic sits down with his former teammate in Edmonton, forward Taylor Hall of the Carolina Hurricanes to discuss what makes Carolina different than other teams in his journey through seven teams in the NHL ---------------------------------------------- 📺 http://sportsnetplus.ca - Stream live on Sportsnet+ 💻 http://www.sportsnet.ca - More news & highlights on Sportsnet.ca https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhibwHk4WKw4leUt6JfRLg https://www.facebook.com/sportsnet https://twitter.com/sportsnet https://www.instagram.com/sportsnet/ https://www.tiktok.com/@sportsnet https://www.snapchat.com/@sportsnet.sc ---------------------------------------------- #taylorhall #hurricanes #nhl #hockey
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Is Kris Knoblauch safe as the Edmonton Oilers' head coach? -
Knoblauch starts a new three-year contract this upcoming season, rewarded for his strong work in 2024 and 2025
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Stan Bowman talks underwhelming seasons for Oilers’ Trent Frederic and Tristan Jarry -
Two of the most underwhelming performers for the Edmonton Oilers in the 2025-26 season were Trent Frederic and Tristan Jarry. General manager Stan Bowman traded for both, and extended Frederic to an eight-year contract last offseason, which hasn’t yet paid dividends. These two moves may be the biggest big swing and misses so far in…
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Coaching Changes Coming?! - Dallas & Edmonton -
Will Dallas and Edmonton look to make coaching changes this summer? Presented by: bet365 (@bet365ca) http://bet365.ca | USE CODE: NATION #bet365 #EdmontonOilers #Oilers #DallasStars #KrisKnoblauch #GlenGulutzan
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Is Kris Knoblauch safe as the Edmonton Oilers' head coach? -
Knoblauch starts a new three-year contract this upcoming season, rewarded for his strong work in 2024 and 2025
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'Outright fear-mongering': Edmonton Oilers fans rip into NHL insider for suggesting Draisaitl might want out some day -
This in from NHL insider Pierre LeBrun of TSN, RDS and The Athletic, his take that maybe, possibly, who knows, it just might be that Leon Draisaitl will ask to be traded from the Edmonton Oilers one day.
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McDavid, Draisaitl say Oilers have 'taken a step back'
Flyers vs. Hurricanes Eastern 2nd Round preview -
Forwards say Edmonton has 'taken a step back' following back-to-back trips to Cup FinalMetropolitan Division rivals expect tight series after each regular-season game decided by 1 goal
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'The patience is obviously worn pretty thin': Oilers' Connor McDavid still pushing for Stanley Cup -
'There's no doubt everybody knows what we're trying to do here in Edmonton, and it's no secret'
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'Outright fear-mongering': Edmonton Oilers fans rip into NHL insider for suggesting Draisaitl might want out some day -
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