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Oilers: Starrett, Gambardella Have Bright Futures

April 17th, 2017 Within the last month, the Edmonton Oilers have signed a plethora of players to round out their prospect pool. With 24 free agents this summer (10 unrestricted, 14 restricted), it's a group that's in transition and one that needs restocking. There have been many recent graduations to the NHL roster with goaltender Laurent Brossoit and...

Influx of College Players Sends 'Hawks Back to School

July 29th, 2016 Players with college roots are infiltrating the NHL. Want some proof? Here it is. In 2006's Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and the Carolina Hurricanes there were 19 goals scored by the champion Hurricanes. While they had 13 players on the roster who came from college hockey roots, just five of those goals came from NCAA...

Power 5 Conferences Announce Agreement on Flex 21

July 12th, 2016 Last Thursday, the Power Five Conferences announced a proposal to allow Division I athletes more time off during the academic year. The proposal would allow student-athletes an additional 21 days off during the academic year. “We believe we have found the right balance between helping students participate in sports while also...