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Who should be the Edmonton Oilers’ 6th defenceman?
The Edmonton Oilers will enter the 2026-27 season with five defencemen firmly locked into opening‑night roles: Evan Bouchard, Mattias Ekholm, Connor Murphy, Jake Walman, and Ryan Shea. That leaves one spot on the blue line still up for grabs, assuming the team sticks with the traditional 12F/6D setup. Three players are expected to battle for…
Sunday Scramble: Why are so many proven NHL veterans still without contracts in mid-August?
As quickly as the fax machines fired off contracts on July 1 to begin free agency, the noise has certainly gotten quiet for those still pursuing a contract — although I think the fax machines have been retired. This summer we’ve seen funny money again, record-setting contracts for Macklin Celebrini and Leo Carlsson, as general…
Who is Mathieu Joseph? 5 little-known facts about the Oilers forward
One of the things I’m most looking forward to when the Edmonton Oilers training camp starts is the battle for the bottom six, with several Oilers competing for jobs, including Mathieu Joseph. The Oilers signed Joseph on the first day of free agency to a one-year deal worth $1 million average annual value (AAV), and…
ਰੋਜਰਸ: ਕੈਨੇਡਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਹਾਕੀ ਦਾ ਖਾਤਮਾ
If you can read the title of today's article, you likely were a fan of Hockey Night In Canada 's Punjabi broadcasts. The title is written in Punjabi, and it reads "Rogers: Killing Hockey In Canada" after they made the inexplicable decision to end the Hockey Night in Canada: Punjabi Edition broadcasts this season. After not renewing Kelly Hrudey's contract , selling off Wednesday nights to Amazon Prime , killing Hockey Night In Canada on CBC, and killing sports radio stations in both Vancouver ...
The Biggest Grift Yet
With apologies to author Michael Lewis and publisher WW Norton for using this lede photo, I think both Jason and I have been very clear that the NHL is one massive bubble in terms of its economic forecast. I'm not saying they're close to financial disaster, but everything they're doing seems to have them on that track. Of course, there are thousands of people whose lives will be affected if and when that bubble bursts, but that matters not to anyone associated with the NHL because that organiz...
Phoenix: Bad For Hockey?
As a retirement community, Phoenix, Arizona seems ideal. It's warm, there are lots of days of sunshine, and there always seems to be something to do while not being too far from other major centers like Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Phoenix, however, has had its share of problems when it comes to being a hockey destination as the WHA's Phoenix Roadrunners lasted from 1974-77, the IHL's Phoenix Roadrunners skated from 1989-97, and the Arizona Coyotes played in Phoenix from 1996-2003. As you can se...
The Hockey Show - Episode 725
The Hockey Show , Canada's only campus-produced radio show that strictly talks hockey, is back in the UMFM studios with all sorts of hockey stories that need discussing and examining. There are a handful of stories that once again cast shadows onto the sport, and we're not about to shy away from these stories because they have to be made part of the normal conversations if we're going to make a difference. There will be some tough stories to hear tonight along with our normal chatter about dum...
Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 16: David Lewandowski
Welcome to Oilersnation’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. We make our way to the WHL with our next player in the top 20, David Lewandowski, who is coming off a strong junior season in the Western Hockey League. #16: David Lewandowski Position: LW Shoots: Left Nationality: GER Date of…
Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers: Today’s Hockey Headlines | August 14, 2026
A daily roundup of Jets, Moose coverage and all the pro hockey news that matters in Manitoba and beyond.
Q&A With: Brown Coach Tom Upton
Tom Upton has taken over at Brown following a stint as assistant coach at Massachusetts. He replaces Jason Smith, who was an interim coach for the last month of last season, after long-time coach Brendan Whittet stepped down due to family reasons. Upton was actually named just before the UMass and Brown seasons actually ended.CHN: What's it like now with your own program these first few weeks?Upton...
Ben Smith Returns to BC as Assistant
Ben Smith, who starred at Boston College from 2006-10 and went on to play over 200 NHL games, is returning to his alma mater as an assistant coach.He replaces another former Eagle, Brendan Buckley, who stepped down recently for personal reasons.Smith spent the past year as player development coordinator for the NHL's Boston Bruins. Smith spent the seven seasons prior to that playing in the German ...
Harvard Adds Davis, Ronan as Assistants
Harvard has added Tommy Davis and John Ronan to their staff as assistant coaches. They join Brian Robinson as the only holdover from the old staff.Ted Donato stepped down as head coach of Harvard in May after 22 seasons. He was replaced by Rob Rassey, formerly the top assistant at Michigan and a former Harvard assistant himself.Davis played four years at Princeton and then was an assistant coach there...
31 Oilers Questions: Do the Oilers need a right-shot centre?
This August, Oilersnation will ask one question about every Edmonton Oilers player projected to be on the 2026-27 roster in preparation for the upcoming season. From Connor McDavid to Mattias Janmark, let’s ask some questions. The Edmonton Oilers forward ranks have a lot more left-hand shooters than right-hand shooters. Among the 12 roster forwards listed on…
Who wins an all-time roster battle of NHL stars based on how Stanely Cups they won?
After a summer spent on failed GM theories , contrarian takes , and blockbuster alternate history , we’re going to keep today’s post nice and simple. It’s an idea that’s been sent in by a few of you over the years, most recently reader Stephen C., and I’ll admit to being surprised we haven’t done it already. Let’s make some all-time rosters based on how many Cups a player won. That’s it. Just a nice fastball over the heart of the plate to take a swing at. We’ll go through the best players, che...
Shudder Island
Let's be honest right off the bat here in HBIC and say that this is the day that all of us have been waiting for since the New York Islanders announced their contest where anyone - fans, fashion designers, blind people, or players themselves - could design the Islanders' third jersey that they'll wear during the 2027-28 season. Today marked the day that the Islanders unveiled their eight finalists in their jersey design contest, and there was high hope that the new jerseys would be the best Is...
WST | Viggo Bjorck & the Winnipeg Jets’ Swedish Future
Uffe Bodin discusses Viggo Björck’s rise, the Jets’ Swedish prospects, and why Winnipeg is gaining attention in Sweden.
Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers: Today’s Hockey Headlines | August 12, 2026
A daily roundup of Jets, Moose coverage and all the pro hockey news that matters in Manitoba and beyond.
Scouching | Winnipeg Jets NHL Draft Recap 2026
Looking back at the selections made by Winnipeg.
4 Oilers breakout candidates for the 2026-27 season
The Edmonton Oilers have hit a major organizational fork in the road after being bounced from the playoffs in the first round last year. Connor McDavid’s sweetheart two-year extension kicks in this season, and by the time next summer rolls around when he’s eligible to extend, there will be plenty of noise about what his…
Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers: Today’s Hockey Headlines | August 11, 2026
A daily roundup of Jets, Moose coverage — all the pro hockey news that matters in Manitoba and beyond.
Providence Adds Gibson Homer to Goalie Corps
Providence has added Gibson Homer to its roster, a week after a Major Junior recruit decided to go back there instead of coming to the Friars.Homer played for North Dakota last year, after three seasons at Arizona State. Homer played in 14 games and had a .889 save percentage, eventually losing the No. 1 spot to freshman Jan Spunar. Homer didn't play his first season at Arizona State, which gives ...
Touring All Of Russia
You'd be excused if you don't recognize the man to the left immediately. That's Russian forward Evgeny Kuznetsov who formerly played with the Washington Capitals and Carolina Hurricanes, but has spent the last three seasons in the KHL. In 2025, he teased the idea of returning to the NHL before signing another deal in the KHL, and it seems that love of home cooking will keep him there this season after he signed with Sibir Novosibirsk today, marking his fourth KHL team in three seasons. It seem...
And Then There Were Seven
Swiss hockey league fans will likely recognize the smiling face to the left as long-time Swedish star Fanny Rask who played with HC Ambrì-Piotta women's team in the PostFinance women's league in Switzerland. Fask had a solid season last year as she finished eleventh in Swiss League scoring, but the HC Ambrì-Piotta won't benefit from her presence on their roster or anyone else's presence on that roster after they decided to withdraw from the PostFinance Women's League for the 2026-27 season. As...
Oilers 2026 Prospect Countdown No. 18: Eemil Vinni
Welcome to Oilersnation’s countdown of the top 20 prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system. Back in 2024, I saw my first (and so far only) draft live in person, and after trading into the first round to select Sam O’Reilly, the Edmonton Oilers had six other draft picks. However, only one of them was in…
Carolina Hurricanes’ Seth Jarvis brings the Stanley Cup home to Winnipeg | Media Availability
Jarvis reflects on a memorable day sharing hockey’s biggest prize with his hometown.
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