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Scenes From Morning Skate: Samanski’s big debut and Kapanen’s return

Edmonton Oilers prospect Josh Samanski is set to make his NHL debut tonight against the Anaheim Ducks, and if you’ve been following the Bakersfield Condors all season, you knew this was coming. The 24-year-old has been progressing in the AHL — 7 goals, 21 assists, 28 points and very little ice time on the power…

A look at the impact Oilers’ Zach Hyman and Evan Bouchard have had since Team Canada released its Olympic roster

With the way Connor McDavid’s teammates are playing — Zach Hyman, who’s been sizzling for the Edmonton Oilers for almost two months and connected with McDavid for the game-tying goal against the Washington Capitals, and Evan Bouchard, who recorded a six-point night against them — the topic on everyone’s mind just got even bigger: leaving…

Oilers recall Josh Samanski, assign Isaac Howard to AHL Condors

The Edmonton Oilers have recalled prospect Josh Samanski from the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors, the club announced Tuesday. They also made the coinciding move of assigning winger Isaac Howard to the Condors. The #Oilers have recalled forward Josh Samanski from the @Condors & loaned forward Isaac Howard to Bakersfield. pic.twitter.com/nm0A2bsPD5 — Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) January 26,…

Monday Mailbag: How should the Oilers run their goalie rotation?

Good morning, everyone, and a happy Monday to you all. As per tradition, I’ve got a brand new mailbag set to go after taking your questions and sending them to the crew for their takes. This week, we’re discussing the Oilers’ goaltending rotation, NHL stars getting younger, Andrew Mangiapane trade returns, and more. If you’ve…

NHL weekend rankings: Thoughts on the Penguins, Sharks, and an ugly weekend in Toronto

 The eyes of the hockey world were on Toronto this weekend. That’s not unusual, because it's the home of the league’s most important team and whenever they’re not on screen, all the other teams should be asking “Where are the Maple Leafs?” But this time, there were a few specific reasons. The first was Mitch Marner, finally returning to Toronto for the first time since his summer departure to Last Vegas. On Sunday, it was a rare afternoon game, this one featuring a visit from the league’s...

Who should be the third-line centre for the Edmonton Oilers?

Without Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl on ice this season at 5-on-5, the Edmonton Oilers have been outscored 27 to 55. That translates to an atrocious 33 percent goal share, the lowest Edmonton has posted without them in the entirety of the McDavid and Draisaitl era. The inadequate performance from their depth forwards has been…

Bouchard’s big night, Team Canada should feel bad, and the Oilers’ gutsy win

It was gut-check time for the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night. Despite opening their eight-game homestand with a dominant 5-0 win over the St. Louis Blues last Sunday, they posted two absolute stinkers against the New Jersey Devils and Pittsburgh Penguins — the latter of which had me “turn off” the game. (I switched it…

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NHL trade rumours: Five top-nine forwards the Oilers could target

The 2026 trade deadline is under six weeks away. On Friday, Daily Faceoff’s Matt Larkin released an updated version of the trade board with some interesting names on it. Of course, the Stanley Cup-contending Edmonton Oilers will be active, as they’re apparently on the hunt for a top-nine forward. Whether that’s a winger or centre…

GDB 53.0: Oilers need to show signs of life against the Capitals (8PM MT, CBC)

The Edmonton Oilers are a couple of days removed from an embarrassing beatdown by the Penguins, and tonight’s game feels like it should come with a bit of a lecture. Not the yelling kind. Not the dramatic kind. Just a quiet, arms-crossed big-dad disappointment that comes when you know a team is capable of more…

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Coldest Game On Ice

For those who may be reading this article outside of the middle of continent, the frigid temperatures being experienced across Manitoba, North Dakota, Minnesota, and other parts in the midwest are nothing short of dangerous when it comes to frostbite and hypothermia. My hope is that anyone who is outside is bundled up to the point where movement is difficult and I pray that those who are homeless can find warmth tonight because this cold snap is brutal. I'm not one to complain about the cold o...