Edmonton Oilers News & Opinion

Ken Hitchcock Not Likely to Return as Oilers Coach

Jim Parsons | March 25, 2019

In a recent media scrum, Terry Jones asked of Edmonton Oilers head coach Ken Hitchcock what he takes from this season and the experience? Citing that the organization will head…

NHL Rumors: Tippet, Sabres Pressure, Oilers Salary Issues

Jim Parsons | March 25, 2019

In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is pressure on Buffalo Sabres GM Jason Botterill to win a trade this summer, the Seattle franchise is looking for a new GM but…

NHL Rumors: Senators, Oilers, Maple Leafs, More

Jim Parsons | March 24, 2019

In today’s NHL rumor rundown there are updates on the Ottawa Senators, and Edmonton Oilers, as well as news on Taylor Hall and how the New Jersey Devils will approach…

Senators Top Oilers – Tkachuk Gets OT Winner

The Canadian Press | March 24, 2019

EDMONTON — Brady Tkachuk scored his second of the game 2:09 into overtime as the Ottawa Senators put a crimp in Edmonton’s slim playoff hopes with a 4-3 victory over the Oilers on Saturday.
Bobby Ryan and Brian Gibbons also scored for the last-place Se…

Oilers Bob Nicholson Making Critical Mistakes

Jim Parsons | March 22, 2019

As the Edmonton Oilers work their way out of the playoff picture and try to usher in a new season, new era and potentially right the ship under the current…

NHL Rumors: Keefe and Leafs, Oilers and Rieder, More

Jim Parsons | March 22, 2019

In today’s NHL rumors we discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Edmonton Oilers and quick hits around the NHL.

NHL Rumors: Oilers, Sabres, Rangers, More

Jim Parsons | March 19, 2019

In today’s NHL rumor rundown, indications as to the direction of the Edmonton Oilers came out of their season seat breakfast on Monday, there are some updates on the Buffalo…

Oilers Season Seat Event Didn’t Help Sway Fans

Jim Parsons | March 19, 2019

The Edmonton Oilers held a season ticket seat holder breakfast event on Monday morning. By most of the accounts **, the event was appreciated. It also didn’t sway many from…

Golden Knights Beat Oilers – Marchessault Tallies Two

The Canadian Press | March 18, 2019

LAS VEGAS — Jonathan Marchessault scored two goals, and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Edmonton Oilers 6-3 Sunday night.
Mark Stone, Cody Eakin, Brayden McNabb and Alex Tuch also scored for Vegas, and Malcolm Subban stopped 16 shots. The Golden Knig…

Oilers Outlast Coyotes on McDavid’s OT Winner

The Canadian Press | March 17, 2019

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Connor McDavid scored two goals, including the winner in overtime, to lead the Edmonton Oilers to a 3-2 victory over the Arizona Coyotes on Saturday night.
McDavid beat Darcy Kuemper from out front 58 seconds into the extra period for…

Edmonton Oilers Final Run: 3 Good, 3 Bad, 3 Worse

Jim Parsons | March 15, 2019

With only twelve games left in the NHL season for the Edmonton Oilers and the team eight points back of a wild-card spot in the Western Conference, the playoffs aren’t…

NHL Rumors: Red Wings, Canucks, Golden Knights, McDavid Buzz

Jim Parsons | March 15, 2019

In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there are updates on the Detroit Red Wings and their talks with head coach Jeff Blashill, there are rumblings out of Vancouver when it comes…