Oilers’ Duo of Koskinen & Skinner Ease Concerns About Smith Brian Swane | November 29, 2021 If you told Edmonton Oilers fans before the beginning of the 2021-22 NHL season that No. 1 goaltender Mike Smith would be injured in the team’s third game, there would…
Oilers Finding Silver Lining in Mike Smith Injury Brian Swane | November 23, 2021 It’s funny how things work out. When the 2021-22 season started, the Edmonton Oilers had two concerns about their goaltending. The most pressing was whether the combination of veterans Mike…
NHL Rumors: Canucks, Wild, Canadiens, Islanders, Oilers Jim Parsons | November 23, 2021 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there are reports the Minnesota Wild have contacted the Vancouver Canucks about possibly trading for J.T. Miller. Who have the Wild offered up and how…
NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Penguins, Oilers, Coyotes Jim Parsons | November 18, 2021 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Montreal Canadiens might be in the market to add a defenseman. Meanwhile, could the Pittsburgh Penguins try to acquire a former netminder if they…
Oilers Lose Mike Smith Longer-Term, Need to Address Goalie Situation Jim Parsons | November 11, 2021 The Edmonton Oilers got unfortunate news this week as goaltender Mike Smith was sent back to Edmonton for more imaging after joining the Oilers on their current road trip. His…
NHL Rumors: Ducks, Oilers, Kings, Maple Leafs, Bruins Jim Parsons | November 11, 2021 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Bob Murry has resigned his position as GM with the Anaheim Ducks. Meanwhile, Mike Smith suffered an injury setback, what does that mean for the…
Oilers News & Rumors: Smith, Holland, Eichel, Lowe… Jim Parsons | November 5, 2021 In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, there is news on the injury status of goaltender Mike Smith. Meanwhile, should Ken Holland get early consideration as a potential GM…
Oilers Can Turn to Skinner in Net During Smith’s Injury Absence Brian Swane | October 21, 2021 There is a sense of unease in Oil Country, as Edmonton Oilers starting goaltender Mike Smith was placed on injured reserve on Oct. 20, after he was hurt against the…
NHL Rumors: Oilers, Blues, Sabres, Maple Leafs, Flyers, More Jim Parsons | October 20, 2021 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there’s news on Mike Smith’s injury during the Edmonton Oilers vs. Anaheim Ducks game last night. Meanwhile, contract talks in Toronto may be shifting from…
6 Takeaways From Oilers’ See-Saw Win Over Young Ducks Rob Couch | October 20, 2021 The Edmonton Oilers improve to a perfect 3-0 at home and on the season in a high-scoring, back-and-forth game with the Anaheim Ducks. Rogers Place is looking tougher and tougher…
6 Takeaways From Oilers First ‘Battle of Alberta’ Win for 2021-22 Rob Couch | October 17, 2021 The Edmonton Oilers almost let a 3-0 lead evaporate late in the third period after the Calgary Flames scored two goals and cut the lead to 3-2. Jesse Puljujarvi quickly…
Oilers’ Mike Smith Is Showing That Age Is Just a Number Rob Couch | October 15, 2021 The Edmonton Oilers and Mike Smith are constantly criticized over running with the same goalie tandem in net. Many believe Smith just had a lucky year and that he won’t…