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Oilers’ Best Draft Day Trades in Franchise History

Brian Swane | June 24, 2022

The Edmonton Oilers currently have four picks in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, but there’s a good chance that will change over the course of Friday and Saturday. Related: 2022 NHL…

Oilers Create Buzz With Wall of Honour Announcement

Brian Swane | November 7, 2021

On Friday (Nov. 5), the Edmonton Oilers finally revealed their much-anticipated plans to create the Oilers Wall of Honour, which will acknowledge past players that have contributed greatly to the…

Oilers’ Semenko Was a Special Guy

Rob Soria | June 30, 2017

For a certain vintage of Edmonton Oilers fan, the name Dave Semenko has and always will hold a special place in their hearts.  With that said, no one held the…

Former Oiler Dave Semenko Dies at Age 59

Jim Parsons | June 29, 2017

At the age of 59, former Edmonton Oiler winger and enforcer Dave Semenko lost his battle with cancer and has passed away. The team announced the news on Thursday and…

Oilers History: The Dave Brown Effect

Rob Soria | May 30, 2017

When the Edmonton Oilers decided to trade away an aging Dave Semenko during the 1986-87 season they parted ways with one of the most popular players in club history and best enforcers to…

Wayne Gretzky’s Best Lineup

Michael Gwizdala | December 21, 2012

When filling out an all-time Wayne Gretzky roster, one may run into 99 problems but 99 ain’t one.  Surely there is no dearth of talent, especially considering the team’s that…

Pens Must Send Strong Message: Protect Crosby For The Future

Justin Glock | March 22, 2011

While Pens fans thought they would never see another talent like Mario Lemieux, they have been blessed with the next best thing, Sidney Crosby. Crosby is currently constructing a resume similar to…

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