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
Connor McDavid‘s contract value has become one of hockey’s biggest talking points. While former NHL player Ryan Whitney believes the Edmonton Oilers captain deserves a historic $23 million annual salary, NHL insider Jason Gregor does not see that happening. Speaking on The Jason Gregor Show, Gregor dismissed the growing speculation surrounding McDavid’s next contract. He … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers will begin the 2026-27 NHL season with renewed expectations after a disappointing first-round playoff exit last spring. The NHL released the club’s full 84-game regular-season schedule, featuring several marquee matchups and key divisional tests. Edmonton opens the season with a home-and-home series against the Vancouver Canucks on Sept. 29 and Oct. 1. … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers have secured one of their physical depth forwards, signing Colton Dach to a two-year contract extension worth an average annual value of $1.2 million. The move has since earned praise from fans, who viewed the deal as a low-risk investment in a player capable of filling an important bottom-six role. The Oilers’ … Read more
