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NHL goalie analyst reveals Stuart Skinner's biggest weakness being exposed by top teams

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner is having a tough stretch in a down season right now, and NHL goalie analysts have revealed teams are exposing his weakness in lateral movement - and the defence isn't helping.

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Oilers' Jake Walman expresses hard feelings toward former team over trade

The Oilers made an impressive off the radar move to acquire Jake Walman of the San Jose Sharks, who opened up about feeling shocked by the trade and his history of being dealt.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 12

Oilers were reportedly among four teams Mikko Rantanen would accept trade and contract extension with

The Edmonton Oilers were reportedly one of four teams that Mikko Rantanen was willing to be traded and sign with, according to The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 12

Oilers have post-deadline additions coming to address secondary scoring problems

The Edmonton Oilers are coming off an ugly 3-2 loss at the hands of the Buffalo Sabres, and the team's lack of secondary scoring is becoming problematic.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 12

Defending off the rush continues to be a major issue for the Oilers

Death, taxes and the Oilers failing to defend off the rush. It’s continued to be an issue this season for the team whose downfall in the playoffs last year, in part, was due to their inability to limit opposing teams’ rush.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / March 12

Why the Oilers’ depth scoring has fallen off

Since the start of February, the Edmonton Oilers haven’t quite been the electrifying offensive force that has defined them through the last few years. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl continue to lead the scoring output, but depth scoring has had a complete fall-off for the club.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 12

Jeff Skinner slides into Oilers’ top-six ahead of Thursday game against Devils

The Edmonton Oilers will be running with Jeff Skinner in the top-six against the Devils on Thursday night. Up and down the lineup and in and out of the press box all season, Skinner is set to skate alongside Leon Draisaitl and Viktor Arvidsson.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 12

Did Oilers Get Bad News on Mattias Ekholm’s Health Status?

As per Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch on Wednesday, “The plan was he was going to join us in NY, but now it looks like he will stay in Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 12

Oilers adjust lineup after coach calls out the roster, veteran forward absent from practice

The Edmonton Oilers took to the ice for practice today in New Jersey, and debuted a slightly different lineup after their disappointing loss to the Buffalo Sabres.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 12

A lack of secondary scoring is starting to hurt the Oilers

It’s no secret that things haven’t been superb in northern Alberta over the past few weeks. While the Edmonton Oilers are destined to make it back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, some fans are concerned about whether the team is capable of making another deep postseason run as they did last year.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 12

Columnist Predicts Oilers Target 20-Goal Panthers Free Agent

The Edmonton Oilers could make a splash in free agency this summer by pursuing any one of a handful of big-name free agents. After it was learned that Edmonton went after Mikko Rantanen at the trade deadline and tried to sign him to an extension, all bets are off.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 12

Former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk on what Stuart Skinner needs to change: ‘You have to find a save here or there’

Stop me if you’ve heard this line before — There are goaltending concerns in Edmonton. The Oilers have a 37-23-4 record on the season, good for second in the Pacific Division.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 12

Projecting the Oilers’ 2025 Postseason Lineup: Who’s in & Who’s Out?

In a season full of lineup juggling and fresh faces coming in, the Edmonton Oilers have fared quite well. They have once again been able to solidify themselves as one of the favourites to win the Cup, all while trying to fit new pieces into different places.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 11

Oilers veteran could find himself demoted for lacklustre performance

The losses keep stacking up for the Edmonton as they drop another 2 huge points last night against the Buffalo Sabres. Although the team's collective effort wasn't up to par, one player in particular has landed in the hot-seat and could soon face a demotion if things don't improve.

Mikko Rantanen News / Oilers Daily / March 11

Mikko Rantanen's response to Oilers contract offer revealed by insider

Mikko Rantanen was the big fish of the NHL trade deadline this year, and the Edmonton Oilers were interested enough to begin contract negotiations - only to be shut down by Rantanen himself.

Connor McDavid News / NHL Trade Talk / March 12

Visible Friction Brewing Between McDavid and the Oilers Coach

Connor McDavid was visibly frustrated on Monday night as the Edmonton Oilers lost 3-2 to the Buffalo Sabres. McDavid didn’t necessarily have his best game, but he was out there on the ice in the final minutes trying to produce when it mattered most and score the equalizer.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / March 11

Oilers’ Jekyll & Hyde Play Getting Tiresome

Did the Edmonton Oilers peak back on Jan. 23 when they beat the Vancouver Canucks 6-2? That was the last time they truly dominated a team this season and since then the Oilers have been a classic Dr.