Video: How the Oilers turned Mark Messier into Oscar Klefbom and Andreas Athanasiou
Despite not having played a game for the team since 1991, Mark Messier’s presence is still felt by the Edmonton Oilers.
NHL History: Edmonton Oilers dominate Game 6 against Carolina Hurricanes
It was on this day in NHL history that the Edmonton Oilers evened up their Stanley Cup Finals series against the Carolina Hurricanes with a dominating performance in Game 6.
The Nation Roundup
What would an asterisk mean; breaking into media as a person of colour; a blueprint for success in Vancouver; the Flames opted not to sign a few draft picks; which goalie will show up in the playoffs for Toronto; Dave Tippett speaks, draft profiles and more in this week’s Nation Roundup brought to you by…
The Nation Roundup
Bettman details return to play; agents love Kyle Dubas; is Benning the right man for the Canucks; a 22 team format would be better; best and worst Flames trades and more in this week’s Nation Roundup brought to you by Sumo Jerky.
Ethan Bear lends voice to #ProtectOurElders campaign
Edmonton Oilers defenceman, Ethan Bear, has joined up with the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation to lend his voice as part of the #ProtectOurElders campaign to help spread the word about protecting the most vulnerable members of the community during this difficult time.
Breaking down the Patrik Stefan empty-net miss
Nearly two weeks ago, former Edmonton Oiler, Ales Hemsky, officially retired from hockey and it inspired our very own Cam Lewis to look at one of the biggest moments from his 15-year NHL career. For many Oiler fans, the Patrik Stefan empty-net miss is a moment that will live forever. Even mentioning his name can…
NHL Releases Phased Return to Sport Protocol
This morning, the NHL released a 22-page document regarding their return to play protocols, including a look at safety measures, testing, travel and a whole lot more.
The PuckPedia Agent Poll
Over at PuckPedia, they conducted a three-part survey with a sampling of NHL player agents to discuss an array of topics, including draft eligibility, entry-level contracts, arbitration, and which general managers are the most player-friendly in terms of landing a good deal for clients. Needless to say, the responses have provided an interesting look behind…
2020 NHL Draft Countdown No. 60-56: Veeti Miettinen, Michael Benning, Carter Savoie, Luke Tuch, Connor McClennon
Welcome to OilersNation’s 2020 Draft Countdown. Over the next few weeks leading up to the draft (or, well, when it seems the draft might be), we’ll be rounding up scouting reports, quotes, and videos about our Top-100 prospects available. Here are aggregated profiles on Veeti Miettinen, Michael Benning, Carter Savoie, Luke Tuch, and Connor McClennon.
The Nation Roundup
How will an early Draft affect teams; what will games without fans look like; Ethan Bear’s journey to the NHL; Dubas two years into the job; revisiting the Steve Smith own net goal; could there be an ‘exceptional’ player rule in salary cap world and more in this week’s Nation Roundup brought to you by…
2020 Draft Countdown No. 65-61: Ridly Greig, Theodor Niederbach, Tyler Kleven, Joel Blomqvist, Brock Faber
Welcome to OilersNation’s 2020 Draft Countdown. Over the next few weeks leading up to the draft (or, well, when it seems the draft might be), we’ll be rounding up scouting reports, quotes, and videos about our Top-100 prospects available. Here are aggregated profiles on Ridly Greig, Theodor Niederbach, Tyler Kleven, Joel Blomqvist, and Brock Faber.
2020 Draft Countdown No. 70-66: Pavel Tyutnev, Ozzy Wiesblatt, Eemil Viro, Roby Jarventie, Dylan Peterson
Welcome to OilersNation’s 2020 Draft Countdown. Over the next few weeks leading up to the draft (or, well, when it seems the draft might be), we’ll be rounding up scouting reports, quotes, and videos about our Top-100 prospects available. Here are aggregated profiles on Pavel Tyutnev, Ozzy Wiesblatt, Eemil Viro, Roby Jarventie, and Dylan Peterson.