60 m. ago More bad news? Edmonton Oilers recall another goalie from AHL squad

This in from Edmonton sports commentator Tom Gazzola, news that the Edmonton Oilers have recalled minor league goalie Collin Delia to Edmonton. Delia was the back-up goalie for Bakersfield in the American Hockey League this year. Said Gazzola: “Not sure what this means about the extent of Calvin Pickard’s injury but Condors veteran goaltender Collin […]

Other

11 h. ago Vegas turns Edmonton's biggest gun on them, but Oilers have 3 ways to fight back

The Vegas Golden Knights stolen Edmonton’s hockey mojo. They’ve stolen Edmonton’s best weapon — their even strength dominance — and turned it against the Oilers. In Game 1 of the series, it looked like men against boys, with the Edmonton Oilers dominating VGK, 14 Grade A shots for Edmonton, a measly five for Vegas. At […]

Events

14 h. ago MATHESON: ‘Phenomenal’ Perry in centre of action with offence, hit on Stone

While Edmonton Oilers forward Corey Perry had two goals in Game 3, in his 224th playoff game, one back of Glenn Anderson on the career list, a collision between Perry and Vegas captain Mark Stone in the first period was also a storyline. Stone, who had two goals in Game 1 and two assists in […]

Events

15 h. ago Failure to gain split in Florida increases pressure on Maple Leafs

Morgan Rielly is all in favour of a Canadian team winning the Stanley Cup this spring. Preferably, his Maple Leafs. Apologies to the Edmonton Oilers and Winnipeg Jets. A team based in Canada has not lifted the Cup since 1993, when the Montreal Canadiens beat the Los Angeles Kings in the final. Rielly touched on […]

Other

21 h. ago Edmonton Oilers getting sloppy, losing their grip on Golden Knights

Oilers haven't looked their best in the last two games against Vegas.

Other

22 h. ago Stuart Skinner was good in the Edmonton Oilers net, but not quite good enough

Tick tock, tick talk about blowing a shot at overtime. Throughout their playoff history, the Edmonton Oilers had never lost a game this late in regulation time, but it happened Saturday when Reilly Smith’s last shot was rolling wide, after he pump-faked and slid around goalie Stuart Skinner. The shot, after a feed from William […]

Culture

24 h. ago Ouch! Red hot Oilers goalie will also miss Game 4. What's it mean?

This in from multiple mainstream media sources, word from Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch that goalie Calvin Pickard will also missed Game Four. Pickard was injured in Game Two when Vegas forward Tomas Hertl crashed over him. There was no penalty on the suspicious looking play. Pickard has won all six of his playoff games […]

Other

24 h. ago Breaking: Red hot Oilers goalie will also miss Game 4. What's it mean?

This in from multiple mainstream media sources, word from Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch that goalie Calvin Pickard will also missed Game Four. Pickard was injured in Game Two when Vegas forward Tomas Hertl crashed over him. There was no penalty on the suspicious-looking play. Assuming this is the play that may have hurt Pickard. […]

Other

34 h. ago What on earth is Edmonton Oilers General Manager Stan Bowman thinking??: 9 Things

While the players, coaching staff and fans of the Edmonton Oilers will be 100% focused on the playoff battle, the General Manager has no choice but to glance ahead. Because Stan Bowman will have decisions to make come July. How does he balance what we saw during an inconsistent regular season against potential recency bias […]

Culture

37 h. ago Vegas gives stunned Edmonton Oilers a taste of their own medicine

Live by the comeback, die by the comeback. With the Edmonton Oilers storming out to an early 2-0 lead and a delirious crowd at Rogers Place turning the volume to 11, the Vegas Golden Knights reminded everyone why they won a Stanley Cup championship two years ago. In what amounted to a do-or-die Game 3 […]

Other

40 h. ago 'Scorey Perry is a saint': hockey world reacts to Oilers vs Golden Knights, Game 3

The Edmonton Oilers faced off in Game 3 of their divisional final against the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday. Social media reaction to the game was fast and furious. Here are some of the lightlights: Sportsnet Stats @SNstats Oilers Vasily Podkolzin is averaging 4.61 points per 60 minutes this postseason, 4th highest in the NHL […]

Sport

40 h. ago 'Ugly defensive play': hockey world reacts to Oilers vs Golden Knights, Game 3

The Edmonton Oilers faced off in Game 3 of their divisional final against the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday. Social media reaction to the game was fast and furious. Here are some of the lightlights: Sportsnet Stats @SNstats Oilers Vasily Podkolzin is averaging 4.61 points per 60 minutes this postseason, 4th highest in the NHL […]

Sport

40 h. ago 'I’m sick to my stomach ': hockey world reacts to Vegas, 4, Oilers, 3

The Edmonton Oilers faced off in Game 3 of their divisional final against the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday. Social media reaction to the game was fast and furious. Here are some of the lightlights: Sportsnet Stats @SNstats Oilers Vasily Podkolzin is averaging 4.61 points per 60 minutes this postseason, 4th highest in the NHL […]

Sport

43 h. ago Skinner back in net for Oilers with Pickard out day to day with injury

You know that feeling you get when things are going well, that it almost seems too well? The Edmonton Oilers do. Or at least, they did. Right up until Calvin Pickard got hurt. The backup goalie who came in and turned the team’s playoffs around with six straight wins — eclipsing the run of five […]

Other

44 h. ago A voice from the crowd: Robert Clark's performance an iconic part of the Oilers playoff experience

Anthem singer downplays his role at Rogers Place: 'It's not the Robert Clark show'

Culture

44 h. ago TAIT: Cam Moon has gone from radio voice of the Red Deer Rebels to calling Oilers playoff run for 880 CHED

If you’re on Highway 2, somewhere between Ponoka and a speeding ticket — we won’t call RCMP — you might hear a voice that makes you sit up a little straighter behind the wheel. Don’t worry. You’re not alone. It must be Cam Moon. Voice of the Edmonton Oilers. Former voice of the Red Deer Rebels. […]

Culture

47 h. ago 'Never a dull moment': Oil Country reacts to major change in Edmonton line

The Edmonton Oilers have Stuart Skinner in the starter’s net at today’s skate. Said the Oilers: “Stuart Skinner will make the start for the #Oilers against the Golden Knights in Game 3 at Rogers Place with Calvin Pickard out day-to-day with an injury.” And Mark Spector of Sporsnet reported Brayden McNab missing from Vegas practice: […]

Politics

47 h. ago 'We are cooked': Oil Country reacts to major change in Edmonton line

The Edmonton Oilers have Stuart Skinner in the starter’s net at today’s skate. Said the Oilers: “Stuart Skinner will make the start for the Oilers against the Golden Knights in Game 3 at Rogers Place with Calvin Pickard out day-to-day with an injury.” And Mark Spector of Sporsnet reported Brayden McNab missing from Vegas practice: […]

Politics

50 h. ago Controversial Edmonton Oilers aces suddenly feeling the love from NHL experts

This in from former NHL stars Devan Dubnyk and Ray Ferraro, praise for several Edmonton Oilers playoff aces who were repeatedly blasted by large groups of Edmonton fans throughout the regular season. All it took was a six-game playoff winning streak. Suddenly players such as goalie Calvin Pickard and Evan Bouchard are feeling the love. […]

Other

64 h. ago 'Wow, big break for VGK': NHL fails to suspend Nicolas Roy for nasty crosscheck of Oilers forward

This in from NHL Player Safety, their decision not to suspend but only fine Nicolas Roy of the Vegas Golden Knights for his slash to the face of Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Frederic. NHL Player Safety said, “Vegas’ Nicolas Roy has been fined $7,812.50, the maximum allowable under the CBA, for cross-checking Edmonton’s Trent Frederic. […]

Other