NHL Releases Final Rankings for 2020 Draft
This morning, the NHL’s central scouting department released their final rankings for the 2020 NHL Draft and while we have no idea where the Oilers will pick, I wanted to break things down anyway.
Baggedmilk on #theLOCKERROOM: Gary Bettman Speaks and Neutral Site NHL Games
Another Wednesday in lockdown is upon us, and that means another opportunity for me to jump on with the boys at The Locker Room to talk about what’s going on in the NHL and life, while also trying to have a few laughs during these strange days.
Oilers are working on contract for Markus Niemelainen
On Monday, Edmonton Oilers General Manager, Ken Holland, jumped on Oilers Now with Bob Stauffer to discuss an array of topics surrounding his team as he continues to work on the current season as well as what’s to come. One item that was brought up revolved around 21-year-old Finnish prospect Markus Niemelainen and whether or…
Bettman: Completing the regular season “may not be possible”
NHL Commissioner, Gary Bettman, appeared on Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico this afternoon to talk about the future of the 2019-20 season and what the league is doing in the hopes of resuming play.
Oilers to keep pick in Neal trade if season cannot resume
This morning, Edmonton Oilers General Manager, Ken Holland, jumped on a conference call where he told reporters that it is his understanding that the team would keep their conditional third-round pick from last summer’s Lucic for Neal trade should the season not be able to resume. Back on July 19th, the Oilers acquired James Neal…
Craig Simpsons thanks healthcare workers and food providers
With so many of us self-distancing at home and wrapped up in our own worlds right now, it’s sometimes easy to forget about the people that are out there working hard to keep is safe and our society moving forward. That’s why former Edmonton Oiler and current Hockey Night in Canada commentator, Craig Simpson, released…
Darnell Nurse: “I’d play in front of no fans in a heartbeat”
Just as his teammates did before him, Darnell Nurse jumped on a conference call yesterday to talk a little bit about how he’s staying in shape during quarantine, his teammates, and what’s to come for the NHL.
NHL History: Jari Kurri scores his 300th career goal
It was on this day in Edmonton Oilers history that sniper and future Hall of Famer, Jari Kurri, scored the 300th goal of his illustrious career in a 3-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. On April 6th, 1986, the Oilers squared off against a lowly Canucks team in their final game of the 85-86 season…
Oilers History: The Last Game at Rexall Place
On April 6th, 2016, the Edmonton Oilers played their last game at Rexall Place, beating the Vancouver Canucks in a 6-2 landslide. Whether you knew it as Northlands Coliseum, Skyreach Centre, Rexall Place, or anything in between, it’s hard to believe that four years have already gone by since we said goodbye to the old…
Connor McDavid launches first home workout video
Last week on Instagram, Edmonton Oilers captain, Connor McDavid, announced that he and Gary Roberts would be releasing a series of videos to help folks stay fit at home. Today, he released the first chapter in the set.
NHL History: Wayne Gretzky sets single season points record
It was on this day in 1986 that Edmonton Oilers legend, Wayne Gretzky, set what is likely to be an untouchable record with his 215th point of the season. On this day in 1986, #Oilers Wayne Gretzky wins the Art Ross Trophy for the 6th straight year and sets the NHL record for points in…
Monday Mailbag – Is there concern of NHL teams folding?
Welcome, Nation, to yet another edition of the online college replacement known as the Monday Mailbag! Obviously, we’re working through a worrisome time to be alive right now but we still wanted to put together your questions and try to come up with whatever answers we can As always, this feature depends on you so…