How Does Milan Lucic Compare? Marcy Di Michele | February 21, 2017 Just a few short years ago, Milan Lucic was one of the most coveted players in the NHL. He was tough, he was mean, and he could score. But after…
Quiet Oilers Trade Deadline Isn’t a Bad Thing Shane Sander | February 21, 2017 There’s been a lot of speculation surrounding the 2017 NHL Trade Deadline. The Edmonton Oilers look to be playoff bound for the first time in 11 years, and rumors suggest…
These Oilers Need to Step Up Marcy Di Michele | February 5, 2017 Heading into the All-Star break, the Edmonton Oilers were one of the hottest teams in the league. They sat tied with the San Jose Sharks for first in the Pacific…
What Should be Expected of Lucic? Marcy Di Michele | January 16, 2017 When the Edmonton Oilers signed Milan Lucic to a lucrative free agent contract in the summer, it was met with mixed reviews. Some believed his experience and toughness would bring…
Remembering Taylor Hall Marcy Di Michele | January 7, 2017 “It’s going to be weird. I guess now I start thinking about it. I’m just trying to stay focused on helping my team and trying to get two points for us.…
Preview: Bruins to Honor Milt Schmidt Before Oilers Matchup Anthony Pagliarulo | January 5, 2017 Before the action gets underway this evening, the Bruins will be honoring one of their all-time greatest members, Milt Schmidt. Schmidt is considered the “Ultimate Bruin” since he served as a player,…
Chiarelli: Good or Bad GM in 2016? Jim Parsons | January 1, 2017 As the 2016 calendar year closes, it’s only natural to reflect on some of the year’s major stories in Oil Country. In no way making that job a small task,…
Oilers: Accepting Milan Lucic Rob Soria | December 23, 2016 For an organization that has traditionally struggled to close the deal when it comes to signing premium free agents, this summer signaled a turning point of sorts for the Edmonton…
The Oilers Aren’t a Bad Team Marcy Di Michele | December 21, 2016 It’s hard to trust the Oilers, isn’t it? Ten years of futility, wasted draft picks, bad management, baffling trades and underachieving players. Even though they cleaned house, we still weren’t…
Oilers Setting the Bar Too Low Jim Parsons | December 8, 2016 The Edmonton Oilers are a better team than they were last season. Taking a look at the standings, it’s difficult to argue otherwise. Yet, for some reason, the Oilers have…
Maroon’s Concussion Comments Prove Controversial Marcy Di Michele | December 6, 2016 On Sunday night, Connor McDavid fell and hit his mouth on the ice. He promptly checked for blood, and then was promptly removed from the game by a concussion spotter.…
The Tale of Two Oilers Marcy Di Michele | November 30, 2016 Who are the Edmonton Oilers? The team that beat up on Chicago or the team that can’t figure out Arizona? Are they the team that won seven of nine in…
