A Brief History of Edmonton Oilers Goaltending
It has been an interesting year in Edmonton thus far, particularly in regards to the goaltending situation. The Oilers decided to go into the season, one which they believed was…
Nikolai Khabibulin
Antti Raanta Has Risen to the Occasion for the Blackhawks
It is always a challenge for teams to adjust to injuries, though it is a regular part of the game it is still a hard for teams to overcome. When…
The 5 Best Goalie Tandems in the NHL
Pittsburgh Penguins’ Head Coach Dan Bylsma stated last week that he has the best goalie tandem in the league with Marc-Andre Fleury and Tomas Vokoun. When referring to the regular…
Pierre Turgeon: The Forgotten Blues All-Star
Any NHL media member will tell you that there are a plethora of common phrases uttered after professional games. These terms include, “that one got away from me,” and “it…
Why Antti Niemi’s Play Means Sharks Need a Backup
Antti Niemi stepped up his play these Stanley Cup Playoffs, and was a main reason why the Sharks came oh so close to a third conference finals appearance in four…
Is Devan Dubnyk a Legitimate Number One NHL Goalie?
Who is Devan Dubnyk? He will be entering his fifth season in the NHL this October, and no one really knows the answer to that question, not even his team.…
Could Antti Raanta Be the Answer for the Edmonton Oilers?
It’s no secret that the Edmonton Oilers have a number of holes to fill going forward, and new GM Craig MacTavish will have a full to-do list to prioritize in…
The Edmonton Spoilers Strike Again
In recent years the Edmonton Oilers have had very little to play for in April, except of course, to ruin the playoff chances of the teams they’re facing. As the…
Did the Edmonton Oilers Do Enough at the Trade Deadline?
The Edmonton Oilers essentially stood pat at the NHL trade deadline, making just one deal, bringing in depth forward Jerred Smithson from the Florida Panthers for a fourth round pick.
Smithson will certainly bring value to the bottom six and brings size, grit and experience. He’s an excellent penalty killer and good in the face-off circle. He will help, but he is not a difference maker.
The question is, did Steve Tambellini and the Oilers do enough at the deadline to make them a serious playoff contender?
How Realistic Are The Edmonton Oilers Playoff Chances?
The Edmonton Oilers are playing very hot over the last two games, with their offense exploding and getting great goaltending from Devan Dubnyk (rendering my previous article largely moot). With a…
Building a Hockey Team, Edmonton Oilers Style
What does the typical hockey fan want to see from their favorite team? A deep playoff run followed by years of inconsistency? Or a perennial contender who has a chance every season. Everyone…
The Edmonton Oilers Need to Start Nikolai Khabibulin Over Dubnyk
The Edmonton Oilers are only three points out of a playoff spot and time is running out for Steve Tambellini to make a move. However one move the team should…