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Today in Hockey History: Jan. 16

Matthew Zator | January 16, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Jan. 15 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Jan. 17 This hasn’t been the busiest day in National Hockey League history, but it still has its charm. One…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Column, Hockey History, Rangers Management, Red Wings History, Sabres History

Today in Hockey History: Jan 15

Matthew Zator | January 15, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Jan. 14 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Jan. 16 The list of players who had big days on Jan. 15 reads like who’s who of the Hockey…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Column, Hockey History, Oilers History, Penguins History, Predators History

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 5

Matthew Zator | January 5, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Jan. 4 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Jan. 6 It is time for our daily look back and the big events in National Hockey League history. Jan.…

Categories Archives, Blues History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Column, Hockey History, Penguins History, Red Wings History

Top 10 Edmonton Oilers Players of All Time

Rupert McDonald | December 30, 2025

The Edmonton Oilers have been a very exciting organization since joining the NHL for the 1979-80 season. They have had some of the game’s best talent suit up for them…

Categories Archives, Edmonton Oilers, Hockey History, Oilers History

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 13

Matthew Zator | December 13, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 12 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 14 The greatest player to ever strap on a pair of ice skates had plenty of memories on this…

Categories Archives, Bruins History, Capitals History, Column, Ducks History, Hockey History, Kings History, Oilers History, Rangers History, Red Wings History

NHL Rumors: Oilers Coaching, Future of Crosby and Malkin, & Panarin Leaving

Jim Parsons | November 20, 2025

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers find themselves linked to a familiar name behind the bench, Sidney Crosby addresses whether the 2026 Olympics will be his last, and…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, New York Rangers, Pittsburgh Penguins

6 NHL Players to Know for Your Daily Puckdoku Game

Stephen Ground | November 8, 2025

NHL fans are becoming addicted to a viral, daily online game called Puckdoku. Each day, a new grid of nine squares is released, with each column or row corresponding to…

Categories Archives, Elsewhere on the Web, Hockey History

Edmonton Oilers’ Top 5 NHL Drafts of All-Time

Brett Slawson | November 2, 2025

Over the years, the Edmonton Oilers have enjoyed their share of fortune and disappointment at the NHL Draft. At some drafts, they have had tremendous luck, selecting promising players who…

Categories Archives, Edmonton Oilers, Hockey History, NHL Entry Draft, Oilers History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 17

Matthew Zator | October 17, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 16 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 18 Some of the greatest players in National Hockey League history had big moments on this date. The records…

Categories Archives, Avalanche History, Canadiens History, Capitals History, Column, Flames History, Hockey History, Kings History, Penguins History

Can Evan Bouchard Continue to Grow Without Paul Coffey on the Oilers Bench?

The Old Prof | September 8, 2025

Last season, the Edmonton Oilers’ defence didn’t just play solid hockey—it helped drive the offence. From Evan Bouchard’s offensive game to steady production from veterans like Darnell Nurse and Mattias…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Season Previews

12 of the Fastest Skaters Ever in the NHL

Spencer Lazary | September 7, 2025

*This article was originally written by Josh Bell The NHL is getting faster. Gone are the days when hitting and grinding were enough to compete in the best league in…

Categories Archives, Hockey History

Oilers Will Not Induct Anyone Into Their Hall of Fame in 2025-26

Brian Swane | August 28, 2025

On Tuesday (Aug. 26), the Edmonton Oilers announced their 2025-26 promotional schedule, revealing 16 unique theme games spread throughout their 41 home dates at Rogers Place. From Canadian Armed Forces…

Categories Edmonton Oilers
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