Revisiting Sabres’ Jack Eichel Trade
It feels like just yesterday that the Buffalo Sabres traded Jack Eichel to the Vegas Golden Knights, but it’s already been nearly three years since the blockbuster deal. Now three-plus…
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How the Oilers’ Defensive Pairs Performed in Round 1
Another year, another Edmonton Oilers first-round series win over the Los Angeles Kings. The Oilers again took care of their division rivals, but this time, they did so while playing…
Oilers Are Better Built for a Deep Playoff Run Than in Years Past
The 2023–24 edition of the Edmonton Oilers give off a different energy than years past. They are the oldest team in the NHL, and their veteran maturity and playoff experience…
Oilers & Skinner Need Bounce-Back Performance vs. Kings in Game 3
After dominating in Game 1, the Edmonton Oilers faced a setback in Game 2 against the Los Angeles Kings, who evened the series with an overtime win. Now at 1-1…
Oilers Look to Exorcise Game 1 Demons Against Kings
Well, folks, it’s that time of year. It’s time for chapter 3 of the playoff saga between the Edmonton Oilers and the Los Angeles Kings. The Oilers will start the…
Oilers’ Knoblauch Must Avoid Previous Coaching Staff’s Playoff Errors
In 2022-23, Jay Woodcroft coached the Edmonton Oilers to a 50-23-9 record. They were the hottest team in the NHL down the stretch and looked poised for a deep playoff…
Oilers Should Rest Core Players Over Final Stretch of Games
As the Edmonton Oilers enter the final week of the regular season, the coaching staff must determine if/how they will rest key players heading into the playoffs. There has always…
Oilers’ Stanley Cup Hopes Rest on Nurse and Ceci’s Shoulders
There has been much debate regarding the play of Darnell Nurse and Cody Ceci this season. The Edmonton Oilers have had relatively consistent success with their other two defensive pairs,…