Posts About "Alex Chiasson"
Is Holland's Early Loyalty to "His Guys" a Good or Bad Sign?
October 30th, 2020 When a new general manager comes in and takes over an NHL franchise, there's a traditional cleaning house that tends to take place. Players and personnel that particular GM doesn't have a history with are often moved out (unless they provide huge value) and his "own guys" are moved in. In the case of Ken Holland and the Edmonton...
Boston Bruins' News & Rumors: Oilers Trade, Rask, & More
October 1st, 2020 In this edition of Boston Bruins' News & Rumors, we look at the Bruins possibly working on a winger swap with the Edmonton Oilers, the team gauging Tuukka Rask's trade value and the team's continued interest in Oliver Ekman-Larsson. According to Frank Seravalli of TSN, the Bruins and Oilers have discussed a possible swap of...
Oilers News & Rumors: Gagner, Ryan, Neal, Chiasson, More
September 26th, 2020 In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, there are reports the Oilers have decided not to exercise any buyouts on players this offseason which means contracts like James Neal's will stay on the books. Meanwhile, around the league, teams are signing players and releasing players in decisions that could affect what the Oilers had...
Oilers Need to Fix Their Salary Cap Situation...Here's How
July 17th, 2020 It was projected that the NHL's salary cap would increase this offseason from $81.5 million to the likes of $84-$88 million (per Eric Francis of Sportsnet), but an unexpected, unprecedented set of circumstances have altered those logistics. Now, with a reported "flat cap," teams, such as the Edmonton Oilers, who were potentially...
Cup-Winning Capitals: Where Are They Now?
April 23rd, 2020 A lot has changed within the Washington Capitals organization in the two seasons following their 2018 Stanley Cup championship run. To begin, head coach Barry Trotz and his coaching staff made the transition from the nation's capital to Long Island two weeks after their Stanley Cup victory. Most notably, a significant number of...
Oilers News & Rumors: Gretzky, McDavid, Nugent-Hopkins, More
April 2nd, 2020 In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, Connor McDavid and Wayne Gretzky sat down and discussed comparisons in their respective hockey careers. To say the least, the conversation opened up a lot of eyes as to the type of pressure McDavid is under. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins also spoke with the media and discussed his role on the team and...
Chiasson Helps Oilers Rally Past Canadiens 4-2
January 9th, 2020 MONTREAL — Alex Chiasson scored the go-ahead goal in the third period to give the Edmonton Oilers a 4-2 comeback victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night, extending their win streak to three games. Riley Sheahan, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Josh Archibald, into the empty net, also scored for the Oilers (24-17-5), who were...
Oilers Need Kassian but Not at Any Cost
December 28th, 2019 Edmonton Oilers forward Zack Kassian is an undeniable commodity. His skill and size are a perfect fit alongside Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl on the top line. Kassian’s far from worth his weight in gold though, in case the Oilers get any ill-advised ideas. Kassian Finds a Home It’s an especially topical subject, as Kassian...
NHL Rumors: Flames, Maple Leafs, Oilers, More
November 19th, 2019 In today's NHL rumor rundown, there are some who look closely at the Calgary Flames organization and wonder if it's time to consider trading one of their best forwards. In Toronto, there is still buzz surrounding Tyson Barrie but some are contending this is not the time to make a move. Finally, are the Edmonton Oilers ready to make a...
Edmonton Oilers Proving Physical Hockey Still Belongs
November 5th, 2019 There's a lot of talk about how much faster the NHL is now; which implies that if your team isn't fast, they can't win. It also implies that physical hockey players don't have a place in the game anymore. Does this hold up or is it already passe to suggest speed equals wins? If you look at the last two Stanley Cup matchups: physical...
Oilers Need to Prepare for an Alex Chiasson Drop Off
August 21st, 2019 The 2018-19 season was one to remember for Alex Chiasson. Despite just coming off a season in which he got to raise the Stanley Cup with the Washington Capitals for the first time in his career, last season may have been more memorable. He set career highs in points and goals totaling 22 goals, 16 assists and 38 points. Even with the...
Oilers News and Rumors: Broberg, Chiasson, UFA's, More
July 8th, 2019 One week after the opening of free agency and the Edmonton Oilers have made a few adjustments in an attempt to add depth to their roster, but there's certainly no sign they've narrowed in on any big-fish free agents. In fact, one Oilers scribe believes the organization isn't in on any free agents at this time. Still, there are...
Oilers News and Rumors: Smith, Perry, Chiasson, More
June 30th, 2019 As the Edmonton Oilers interview free agents, chat with GMs about potential trades and set themselves up for a busy day on July 1, there are some last-minute rumors and news items hitting the social media wire. Oilers fans have gone a little buggy over the rumors that Ken Holland has landed a backup goaltender and might be going...
