60 m. ago Canucks: Tyler Myers fined $2,500 for sticking it to Connor McDavid

Myers lifted his stick between the legs of the Oilers captain and speared him where it hurts the most Saturday in Edmonton

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5 h. ago When you do the math it is in the Edmonton Oilers' best interests to stick with Stuart Skinner: 9 Things

The Edmonton Oilers have a goaltending problem. But it may not be in exactly the way you think. That and more in this edition of 9 Things 9. Andrew Mangiapane played NHL game #500 Saturday. Mangiapane was a little quiet in pre-season. But he has goals in back-to-back regular season games. 8. You will see […]

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29 h. ago 'He's on the clock': It's now or never for Edmonton Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner

This in from Oilers insiders Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now and TSN’s Ryan Rishaug, firm statements that it’s now or never for Edmonton Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner, that’s got to soon demonstrate he’s ready to step up as Edmonton’s No. 1 goalie or there will be change. Skinner was solid for almost all of Edmonton’s […]

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32 h. ago Letters: Good news and bad news for the Oilers so far this season

Will B.C. get on board with a new pipeline? Vote in our daily poll! After another dismal start to the season, there is bad news and good news on the Oilers front. The bad news is that Stuart Skinner is already in mid-season form. The good news is that Conner McDavid has signed for two […]

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2 d. ago Who got it right in reacting to Stu Skinner's ugly mistake? Skinner, Knoblauch or critics?

Who got it right in reacting to Stuart Skinner’s ugly mistake in Game 1 against the Calgary Flames? Skinner, Knoblauch or critics inside and outside the media, fans and commentators alike? The Oilers had dominated the game, but the Flames came back due to two somewhat flukey goals, an own goal deflection off the skate […]

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6 d. ago Top 10 burning questions as Edmonton Oilers head into NHL regular season

Will Connor McDavid sign a contract extension? Will they start the regular hot or cold? Will Stuart Skinner take another step forward? Lots to ponder ...

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1 week ago Edmonton Oilers trade for a goalie, but Stuart Skinner is still the man

“Connor is just the insurance policy and we feel those two are our best options and we’re going to go with that. Stuart Skinner is our starter and Calvin Pickard is our backup.”

Economics

3 w. ago Goalie Stuart Skinner feels lighter, quicker as Oilers training camp begins

After dropping some weight over the summer, Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner is hoping to see more success on the ice and less criticism from the team's fanbase.

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3 w. ago Stuart 'Skinnier': Can Oilers goalie Skinner turn into a winner by getting thinner?

Stuart Skinner came into training camp 15 pounds lighter. But don’t worry, Edmonton Oilers fans, none of it was lost in his trademarked moustache. That’s still as bushy and brilliant as ever. As for the rest of his 6-foot-4 frame, it’s gotten lighter, sleeker, quicker, more agile and easier to get up and down — […]

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3 w. ago 'So much respect': Why are Oilers insiders suddenly optimistic about Stuart Skinner?

Suddenly everyone is optimistic about Stuart Skinner in Edmonton, including Skinner himself. Last week, Skinner told the media,: “My goals this year, I’ve set the bar high. I want to represent Canada at the Olympics. I want to get back to the Stanley Cup and finish the job. I just look to keep learning. Last […]

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