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Ian WilsonIan Wilson

Ian Wilson is a life-long hockey fan who was initially drawn to the sport by the Edmonton Oiler dynasty of the 1980s. He brings decades of journalism to the table as a former editor and reporter with the Calgary Sun.

Oilers’ Russell is Essential Defensive Piece

October 31, 2018 by Ian Wilson
Kris Russell Oilers

For some, he’s a cap killer. For others, he’s a Corsi curse. But for the Edmonton Oilers, Kris Russell has been much more this season. A perennial shot-blocking leader in …

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Categories Edmonton Oilers Tags Kris Russell

3 Fears for Oilers Fans This Halloween

October 30, 2018October 30, 2018 by Ian Wilson
Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl

When you’re a fan of the Edmonton Oilers, there’s always plenty to fear, whether it’s Halloween or not. Sure, the team has looked good through the first 10 games of …

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Categories Edmonton Oilers Tags Connor McDavid, Oscar Klefbom, Top Story

Oilers’ Klefbom Playing Like a Top Defender

October 25, 2018 by Ian Wilson

It may be too early to send Oscar Klefbom’s surgeon a gift basket, but perhaps a “thank you” card is in order. During the first handful of games of the …

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Categories Edmonton Oilers Tags Oscar Klefbom

Grant Fuhr Ready for Return to Hockey

October 16, 2018 by Ian Wilson
Grant Fuhr, Edmonton Oilers

It’s been almost a decade since Grant Fuhr worked as a goalie coach in the NHL and the Hall-of-Fame netminder says he’s ready for a return to the rink. “It’s …

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Categories Hockey Movies, Oilers Goaltending Tags Grant Fuhr

3 Things to Watch for Early in the Oilers Season

October 11, 2018 by Ian Wilson
NHLPA, Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers, CIBC, Upper Deck

To say the Edmonton Oilers’ season-opening loss to the New Jersey Devils was a letdown would be like saying Connor McDavid is pretty good at hockey; it’s an understatement. During …

Read more3 Things to Watch for Early in the Oilers Season

Categories Edmonton Oilers Tags Cam Talbot, Connor McDavid

3 Reasons the Oilers Shouldn’t Panic Over Koskinen

September 19, 2018 by Ian Wilson
Mikko Koskinen

No, those were not Edmonton Oilers highlights from last season. You’re forgiven if you mistook goaltender Mikko Koskinen’s performance against the Calgary Flames on Monday night for video clips of …

Read more3 Reasons the Oilers Shouldn’t Panic Over Koskinen

Categories Oilers Goaltending Tags Mikko Koskinen

Edmonton Oilers’ PTO Expectations

September 15, 2018 by Ian Wilson
Alex Chiasson

From a management point of view, the professional tryout (PTO) is often referred to as bargain shopping. From a player’s perspective, it may offer one last shot to prove you …

Read moreEdmonton Oilers’ PTO Expectations

Categories Edmonton Oilers Tags Alex Chiasson, Jason Garrison, Scottie Upshall

Lucic Will Bounce Back for the Oilers

September 11, 2018September 11, 2018 by Ian Wilson
Oilers forward Milan Lucic

He’s one of many Edmonton Oilers who needs to return to form this season. For a durable player who had consistently scored 20-plus goals and 50-plus points over the four …

Read moreLucic Will Bounce Back for the Oilers

Categories Edmonton Oilers Tags Milan Lucic

What the Oiler Jersey You Wear Says About You

September 6, 2018 by Ian Wilson
Connor McDavid

The Edmonton Oilers have one of the most engaged fan bases in the NHL. Attend any game and you’ll see plenty of blue and orange jerseys in the crowd. But …

Read moreWhat the Oiler Jersey You Wear Says About You

Categories Edmonton Oilers Tags Connor McDavid, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Ryan Smyth, Wayne Gretzky

Oilers Goalie Cam Talbot – Bounce Back or Bust

September 4, 2018September 2, 2018 by Ian Wilson
Oilers Benefit World Championship Success

The stakes for Oilers’ goalie Cam Talbot are higher than Edmonton’s Stantec Tower, which will be Canada’s tallest building outside of Toronto when construction of the skyscraper wraps up this …

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Categories Editor's Choice, Oilers Goaltending Tags Cam Talbot, Vezina Trophy

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Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Campbell, Tavares & Marner

Ottawa Senators’ All-Time Team

Stars’ Recent Play Is a Cause for Concern

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The Best Team in Devils Franchise History

Kings Can’t Get an Iafallo-Like Return From Maple Leafs

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