Connor McDavid and Jason Dickinson have publicly endorsed Mike Babcock’s demanding coaching style, signaling that Edmonton’s leadership believes accountability is the missing piece in its Stanley Cup pursuit. After their painful NHL playoff disappointment, the Oilers are embracing a different identity under their new head coach despite the controversy surrounding his return to the NHL. … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers have sent a clear message about their offseason direction with Connor Murphy’s new contract extension. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported on X, “Connor Murphy and the Oilers are closing in on a long-term extension, at approximately $4M per year. Contract is similar to Jason Dickinson (5 x $4M), but not exactly the … Read more
The NHL has officially cleared Mike Babcock for a return behind an NHL bench, but the decision has not erased concerns from the NHL Players’ Association as the Edmonton Oilers continue their coaching search. On June 18, the league concluded its investigation into Babcock’s brief and controversial tenure with the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2023. … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers enter the 2026-27 NHL season facing one of the most important seasons in franchise history. After a disappointing first-round playoff exit in 2025-26, expectations remain sky-high for a team led by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. While fans are still waiting for the complete Edmonton Oilers’ 2026-27 schedule, the club has already … Read more
The Vegas Golden Knights may have revealed more than intended about the Bruce Cassidy situation, and the latest update could be another setback for the Edmonton Oilers‘ coaching search. Speaking during his season-ending media availability, Golden Knights general manager Kelly McCrimmon disclosed that Vegas had already allowed one NHL team to speak with former head … Read more
