Is Oilers’ Prospect Shane Lachance the Next Tage Thompson? Brett Slawson | November 7, 2024 The Edmonton Oilers took a chance on Shane Lachance in the 2021 NHL Draft, selecting him 186th overall in the sixth round. Now three years later, the Oilers’ decision to…
The Best Late-Round NHL Draft Picks Brett Slawson | November 6, 2024 * Our best ever late-round draft picks article was originally published in 2014. Time will tell if anyone should be added to the list (feel free to share opinions in…
It’s Time for the Oilers to Trade for Mackenzie Blackwood Brett Slawson | October 30, 2024 It’s no secret that the Edmonton Oilers have long had their fair share of troubles and inconsistency between the pipes, and unfortunately for the team, the 2024-25 season has proven…
Who Is Oilers Prospect William Nicholl? Brett Slawson | October 29, 2024 When the Edmonton Oilers drafted William Nicholl with the 196th-overall selection in the 2024 NHL Draft, it came as somewhat of a surprise. A third-round choice of the London Knights…
Is Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Destined for the Hockey Hall of Fame? Brett Slawson | October 19, 2024 Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is a fan favourite in Oil Country. Drafted by the Edmonton Oilers first overall in the 2011 NHL Draft, Nugent-Hopkins’ contributions to his team have been consistent and…
3 Oilers Standouts From the 2024-25 Preseason Brett Slawson | October 9, 2024 The Edmonton Oilers wrapped up the 2024-25 preseason with a record of three wins and five losses, and with it, their pursuit of the Stanley Cup resumes with a championship…
What Happened to the Oilers’ Magnus Paajarvi? Brett Slawson | October 8, 2024 In the late 2000s, Magnus Paajarvi was widely regarded as one of the best up-and-coming prospects in hockey. Selected 10th overall by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2009 NHL Draft,…
3 Trade Destinations for Oilers’ Evander Kane Brett Slawson | September 25, 2024 When he’s healthy, Evander Kane is one of the most effective power forwards in the NHL. At 6-foot-2 and 210 pounds, he isn’t afraid to throw his weight around and…
5 Defensemen the Oilers Should Target in Trade Brett Slawson | September 10, 2024 The Edmonton Oilers’ blue line is among the weakest in the NHL. It’s no secret. Buoyed by the team’s overall play during the 2023-24 season, the Oilers’ blue line was…
Can Jeff Skinner Strike Oil in Edmonton? Brett Slawson | September 3, 2024 At 32-years-old, Jeff Skinner is no spring chicken. Having skated in 15 NHL seasons and 1,006 regular season games, and with 357 goals and 670 points under his belt, it’s…
Edmonton Oilers’ Top 5 Prospects Brett Slawson | August 30, 2024 Barring any unexpected trades or transactions, the Edmonton Oilers will kick-start the 2024-25 season as the NHL’s oldest team. Not long ago, the Oilers routinely iced the youngest teams in…
2019 NHL Draft: The Top-10 Prospects Brett Slawson | August 9, 2018 The 2018 NHL Draft this past June was defined by elite skill as well as remarkable depth. In fact, impactful players could be found deep into the first round, as…
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