Gaudreau & Gustavsson Step Up in Wild’s Shootout Win Mariah E. Stark (Holland) | December 17, 2023 The Minnesota Wild were not only looking to continue their win streak when they took on the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday, Dec. 16 but also some redemption after losing to…
Talbot to Shatter Oilers’ Record Jim Parsons | March 19, 2017 The conversation between Edmonton Oilers‘ coach Todd McLellan and his No. 1 goaltender Cam Talbot, probably goes something like this: McLellan: “Hey Cam, how ya feeling tonight?” Talbot: “Good coach.”…
Are the Oilers This Good? The Goaltending Jim Parsons | January 30, 2017 In the final of a three-part series, it wouldn’t be fair to discuss the Edmonton Oilers success this season without mentioning the goaltending. In fact, as good as Connor McDavid…
Puljujarvi Demoted: Long Overdue or Smart Play? Jim Parsons | January 9, 2017 The Edmonton Oilers made some roster moves today that most have expected for some time. After a loss to the Ottawa Senators on Sunday, the Oilers announced that Jesse Puljujarvi…
10 Oilers Unlikely to Return Shane Sander | January 9, 2017 The Edmonton Oilers are in a polar opposite position this year going from seller to buyer and likely ending the league’s longest playoff drought. With the trade deadline and expansion…
No Logic in Oilers Acquiring Halak Shane Sander | January 2, 2017 When the New York Islanders waived veteran goaltender Jaroslav Halak, media outlets made an automatic link to the Edmonton Oilers. It’s rumored Oilers head coach Todd McLellan has lost confidence…
What Should the Oilers Do with Gustavsson? Shane Sander | December 16, 2016 When the Edmonton Oilers signed Jonas Gustavsson this summer, they did so because they didn’t feel comfortable trusting goaltending prospect Laurent Brossoit with the No. 2 job just yet. The…
Gustavsson: It Could Be Worse Jim Parsons | December 6, 2016 When the Edmonton Oilers signed perennial backup goaltender Jonas Gustavsson this summer, it was a bit surprising. The Oilers were one of a few teams that needed some backup help,…
Carey Price Returns, General Fanager Closes, Michalek Sent to AHL & More News Dustin L. Nelson | October 17, 2016 Habs fans can walk themselves back from the edge of rooftops and close all the tabs they’ve opened full of conspiracy theories about Carey Price’s health. The Hart-winning goaltender is…
Is Gustavsson the Right Backup for the Oilers? Shane Sander | October 6, 2016 As the Edmonton Oilers inch closer to the regular season, they’ve made some critical decisions and created clear distinction in goal. Cam Talbot will be Edmonton’s starter, Jonas Gustavsson will…
Five Fringe Oilers in Jeopardy of Losing Their Jobs Jim Parsons | September 16, 2016 Every NHL team has fringe players — players who barely hang on to NHL employment and are one bad week, maybe one bad game, away from losing their spot to another…
Oilers Ink Jonas Gustavsson Dustin L. Nelson | July 1, 2016 The Edmonton Oilers have signed 31-year-old goaltender Jonas Gustavsson to a one-year, $800,000 contract, according to Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston. Gustavsson played 24 games for the Bruins last season, posting a…