Former Edmonton Oilers defenseman Ryan Whitney believes the team is heading toward a Stanley Cup championship after its impressive start to the 2026-27 NHL season. Speaking on the Spittin’ Chiclets podcast, Whitney praised Edmonton’s performances and predicted the franchise would lift the Cup on home ice next spring. “I’m telling you right now, this is … Read more
Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid has welcomed the challenge of playing under new head coach Mike Babcock. McDavid believes Babcock can bring the structure Edmonton lacked during a disappointing 2025-26 NHL season. Speaking with Sportsnet’s Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman, McDavid explained what he wants from his new coach. Friedman asked how he wants Babcock … Read more
Kevin Weekes believes the Toronto Maple Leafs can deliver a much better 2026-27 season. The former NHL goaltender sees a playoff team, though he stopped short of calling Toronto a Stanley Cup contender. Speaking on Off The Roster, Weekes called the Maple Leafs a “con-better” team. “I don’t know about contender, but they’re a con-better,” … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers announced four players will miss next month’s training camp, including NHL offseason goaltending addition Frederik Andersen. Mattias Janmark and Alec Regula continue recovering from medical procedures. Meanwhile, Matt Savoie and Andersen are rehabbing injuries suffered during offseason training sessions. The Oilers’ announcement soon drew strong reactions from Oilers fans, with Andersen’s injury … Read more
Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl believes new head coach Mike Babcock can bring the accountability the team lacked last NHL season. Draisaitl also believes Babcock will not hesitate to challenge Edmonton’s biggest stars. “I think he’s got a very clear plan, and I think he holds guys accountable,” Draisaitl said during the European Player Media … Read more
