The Edmonton Oilers have three restricted free agents (RFA) on the NHL roster that could be a target of offer sheets this summer in Kailer Yamamoto, Jesse Puljujarvi, and Ryan McLeod. Other RFAs include Tyler Benson, Brendan Perlini, Filip Berglund, and Ostap Safin; if any team decides they want to take a chance on them,
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As the Edmonton Oilers look to solve their goaltending issues this summer, an interesting name has just surfaced as a potential candidate. As per a report by Nick Kypreos said on the “Real Kyper & Bourne” Show, the Panthers are actively trying to trade a two-time Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender in Sergei Bobrovsky and are willing to retain
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Florida Panthers are busy interviewing potential coaches while a Jack Adam’s finalist awaits his fate. Why did the Philadelphia Flyers ultimately go with John Tortorella as head coach? Are the Nashville Predators and Filip Forsberg any closer to a deal, and could Evander Kane drop his grievance against the
The Edmonton Oilers, specifically Ken Holland, have a lot of work to do this summer. If the plan is to keep as much of this team together as possible, Holland needs to get to work on figuring out what to do about three players whose contract situations aren’t exactly clear. Having a clear direction for
Nichushkin’s patience to pay off Andy Strickland: The Colorado Avalanche and Valeri Nichushkin had contract talks during the season but the sides were close. Nichushkin’s play and patience will earn him a nice payday this offseason. Will the Oilers be interested in Ville Husso again? NHL Watcher: Elliotte Friedman on The Jeff Marek Show on
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Stanley Cup Final starts tonight with the Colorado Avalanche taking on the Tampa Bay Lightning. What buzz is there heading into Game 1 about both teams? Meanwhile, there is news that the Philadelphia Flyers have offered John Tortorella the head coaching job. What did John Gibson have to say
It probably isn’t this way, but it sure feels like the NHL is out to get the Edmonton Oilers. When it comes to coaching compensation, season proration, and now the potential loss of a cap credit that seems clearly written into the NHL’s Collective Bargaining Agreement, the NHL sure has a way of finding the
Tortorella heading to Philly? Kevin Weekes: Have been hearing that the Philadelphia Flyers have offered John Tortorella their head coaching position. Negotiations are ongoing and a deal is not finalized yet. Pierre LeBrun: Have been told that Tortorella will be meeting with the Flyers on Thursday to discuss the contract. David Pagnotta: “Tortorella is someone
The New York Islanders are looking to make a big move this offseason, whether in free agency or with a trade. After missing the playoffs, firing head coach Barry Trotz, and hiring assistant coach Lane Lambert as the new head coach, a lot of pressure is on general manager Lou Lamoriello and the Islanders front
Nick Alberga: Have been hearing that Anaheim Ducks goaltender John Gibson is open to the idea of being traded. It is believed that he told the team that. Ryan Novozinsky: Gibson’s agent Kurt Overhardt said that there has been “no discussion on (Gibson’s) desire to move. There’s no truth to it.” David Pagnotta: Reported back
In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, there is talk that the Oilers have asked both Duncan Keith and Mike Smith to give them a heads up about their future plans. Meanwhile, Smith’s decision becomes increasingly important because the Oilers found out that Mikko Koskinen has officially signed in Switzerland. Finally, there’s social media
The Edmonton Oilers and Ken Holland have a very busy offseason ahead of them as there is much to do to get the team looking as good as it did for their Western Conference Final run in 2021-22. At the top of the list is re-signing head coach Jay Woodcroft, moving money around, bringing back
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Calgary Flames are aggressively trying to get Johnny Gaudreau signed. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers are interested in re-signing Evander Kane but a couple of insiders and media members aren’t sure the odds are all that good he sticks around. What is Ilya Mikheyev asking for on his next deal?
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, one day after the Edmonton Oilers were eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, there are questions about what’s next for that team? Who will stay and who will go? And, how bad was Darnell Nurse’s injury? Meanwhile, could the Toronto Maple Leafs and Chicago Blackhawks make for good trade partners?
If Mike Smith retires, what would the Edmonton Oilers do in net? Daniel Nugent-Bowman of The Athletic: 40-year-old Edmonton Oilers goaltender Mike Smith has another year let on his contract and played through multiple injuries all season. “Playing through injuries for the majority of the season is not easy,” Smith said. “I don’t know where
This week is a special Weekly Lost & Found edition, as it’s my 100th article with The Hockey Writers. The support and camaraderie experienced with THW have been unmatched, and the creative freedom given by the editorial and leadership teams is what allowed this little Weekly Lost & Found idea to come to life. I
It is more than fair to argue that Jacob Markstrom is a better all-around goaltender than Mike Smith. When you factor in age, career statistics, and overall value to a franchise, Markstrom comes out ahead in a number of categories. That said, after watching the Edmonton Oilers make Markstrom look nothing short of average, going
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Chicago Blackhawks are looking to acquire a first-round pick. Meanwhile, the Ottawa Senators are willing to give one up. Could these two teams work something out around the NHL Entry Draft? There is talk that Edmonton Oilers goaltender Mikko Koskinen has agreed to a deal overseas and Rick Bowness
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