Oilers’ pursuit of Babcock raises more questions than answers
EDMONTON — Even in a light least favourable … In its Thursday press release announcing that Mike Babcock’s awkward, early resignation from the Columbus Blue Jackets three years ago had…
Four potential trade destinations for Oilers’ Darnell Nurse
When it comes to Darnell Nurse, two things you can bank on are size and big-game experience. A six-foot-four, 215-pound defenceman, Nurse has played 79 post-season contests since the start…
Spector: Is Babcock the right person to guide Oilers?
EDMONTON — The Connor McDavid Era has entered be-careful-what-you-wish-for territory. Next stop, either a Stanley Cup parade or an entirely new management team, and perhaps, captain. In a hire that…
Why Oilers may be looking to move on from Darnell Nurse
If that is indeed the case, the 31-year-old defenceman, who has four years left on his contract, would control the process this summer because of his no-movement clause. But Nurse’s…
Oilers’ Connor McDavid wins fifth Ted Lindsay Award
The Edmonton Oilers superstar was announced as the 2025-26 Ted Lindsay Award winner on Sunday, as voted by members of the National Hockey League Players’ Association. McDavid is just the…
Darnell Nurse’s time with Oilers running out
The clock is ticking on the veteran defenceman’s time in Edmonton, with Nurse holding all the cards for one more season before his current no-trade clause morphs into a 10-team…
Oilers announce changes to hockey operations staff
The Edmonton Oilers are making some adjustments to their hockey operations department. Kirt Hill, formerly general manager and president of hockey operations for the WHL’s Edmonton Oil Kings, joins the…
Oilers receive permission to talk to former Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube
A familiar name has cropped up in the Edmonton Oilers’ search for a new bench boss. The Oilers have received permission to talk to former Toronto Maple Leafs head coach…
Oilers’ Bowman must find right coach to get most out of players
EDMONTON — There are some constants that have been established in Edmonton, over the arc of a competitive window that has lasted for most of a decade. They are cemented…
‘A different voice’: Oilers’ Stan Bowman explains decision to fire Kris Knoblauch
Despite leading the team to consecutive Stanley Cup Finals, the Edmonton Oilers made it clear on Thursday that they believe head coach Kris Knoblauch isn’t the answer to help them…