Evander in Edmonton? Get Your Popcorn Ready Brett Slawson | February 11, 2015 It appears that Evander Kane may be on his way out of Winnipeg. Following various off-ice incidents and issues with teammates this past week, Kane elected to undergo season ending…
The Worst Contracts in the NHL This Season Brett Slawson | February 10, 2015 Simply put, there are some terrible contracts in the NHL this season. These horrendous deals tend to pay particular players far too much for the skills and production they bring…
5 Promising Oilers Prospects You Haven’t Heard of Brett Slawson | February 4, 2015 When it comes to Edmonton Oilers prospects, there is the understandable tendency to instantly think of the numerous first overall and first round picks the team has enjoyed in recent…
3 Major Trades the Edmonton Oilers Need to Contemplate Brett Slawson | January 28, 2015 Half way through the 2014-15 NHL season and it has been more of the same for the Edmonton Oilers. Seemingly endless frustration, failure and un-attained expectations have become the norm in the “City…
5 Goalies Who Would Look Great in an Oilers Uniform Brett Slawson | January 14, 2015 The 2014-15 NHL season is shaping up to be, barring a dramatic turnaround, yet another disappointing season for the Edmonton Oilers. Despite various free agent singnings and trades completed throughout the 2014…
10 NHL Players Enjoying Breakout Seasons Brett Slawson | January 13, 2015 At the half way point of the 2014-15 NHL season, a number of players and goaltenders are enjoying breakout seasons in the league. These emerging stars are directly beneficial to the…
Darnell Nurse Key to Canadian 2015 WJC Success Brett Slawson | January 7, 2015 As virtually all know, Canada ended their gold medal drought at the World Junior Hockey Championship with a hard fought 5-4 win over rival Russia on Monday night. The gold medal…
Laurent Brossoit Deserves Opportunity in Edmonton Crease Brett Slawson | January 6, 2015 The Edmonton Oilers may have found their future starting goaltender, and it won’t take a trade, signing, or even a draft pick to make it a reality. In fact, Laurent…
Confusion Continues; Oilers Return Leon Draisaitl to CHL Brett Slawson | January 4, 2015 In what is yet another confusing decision by the Edmonton Oilers, Leon Draisaitl, the third overall pick from the 2014 NHL Entry Draft, has been returned to the Canadian Hockey…
Oilers Rebuild Continues; Deal Perron to Penguins Brett Slawson | January 2, 2015 The Edmonton Oilers have finally put a stop to the ever revolving rumour mill, at least for the time being. On Friday, the Oilers dealt winger David Perron to the Pittsburgh Penguins…
Oilers Claim Forward Matt Fraser Brett Slawson | December 29, 2014 The NHL waiver wire can be both a constructive and degrading beast, allowing teams to drastically improve their roster by claiming a player, or severely hurt teams who choose to run the risk…
WJC 2015 Recap: Canada Dominates Slovakia Brett Slawson | December 27, 2014 On December 26th, 2014, host nation Canada opened their 2015 World Junior Hockey Championship (WJC) round robin play with a dominating victory over Slovakia, 8-0. The Canadians, eager to begin…