Ankit Kumar
The Edmonton Oilers are entering the 2026-27 NHL season with renewed expectations, but a lighthearted offseason video showed the group enjoying a rare break from hockey. Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Evan Bouchard were at the center of a viral team-bonding moment shared by Lauren Kyle McDavid. The Instagram story captured Draisaitl and Bouchard singing … Read more
Alex Ovechkin offered a telling glimpse into how he views today’s NHL stars during a recent Russian interview. Taking part in a blind ranking challenge, the Washington Capitals captain placed Connor McDavid at No. 1 before knowing which names would follow. When McDavid’s name appeared first, Ovechkin wasted little time making his decision. “Alright, [McDavid], … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers may have missed out on Bruce Cassidy by the narrowest of margins, according to former broadcaster Rod Pedersen. Speaking on the Bleed Oil Blue podcast, Pedersen claimed the organization was only one week away from landing the veteran coach before ultimately hiring Mike Babcock. “I think Bruce Cassidy would have been a … Read more
Leon Draisaitl has joined Connor McDavid in publicly backing new Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock. Speaking on the same day as his captain, Draisaitl expressed confidence that Babcock is the right coach to guide Edmonton back into Stanley Cup contention. The Oilers hired Babcock on June 23 after firing Kris Knoblauch following a disappointing … Read more
Connor McDavid‘s public support for Mike Babcock has led to debate among Edmonton Oilers fans. The NHL star addressed the coaching change during Zach Hyman’s annual charity golf tournament on Monday. McDavid defended the organization’s decision after meeting with Babcock before the hiring. His comments reflected the confidence shown by Edmonton’s leadership group throughout the … Read more
