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Professional journalist, broadcaster & music man. Contributing Writer at Cult of Hockey, The Edmonton Journal.

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The Edmonton Oilers appear "done" ahead of the NHL Trading Deadline Edmonton Oilers General Manager Stan Bowman says he is likely "done" ahead of NHL Trading Deadline Friday

The Edmonton Oilers appear done, ahead of the NHL Trading Deadline.

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05.03.2026 20:16 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

There IS one advantage, which is the GM should know these players better than most.

05.03.2026 06:21 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Oilers trade Andrew Mangiapane and a protected 2027 1st to Chicago forJason Dickinson (50%) and Colton Dach.

05.03.2026 02:22 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Curtis Lazar out up to 4 weeks. If LTIR bound, Oilers can recall F with comparable cap hit (LM).

04.03.2026 20:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Edmonton Oilers overcome another shaky defensive effort to stun Ottawa 5-4 in OT: Cult of Hockey Player Grades The Edmonton Oilers shake off another uneven defensive effort for 5-4 OT win over Ottawa

Edmonton Oilers 2 points out of first place in Pacific after 5-4 OT win over Ottawa.

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04.03.2026 05:04 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Connor Ingram stars for the Oilers versus OTT tonight. Newly acquired Connor Murphy will not play. Travel would barely get him into town in time.

03.03.2026 17:28 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Haha, all good, gave me a laugh! πŸ˜‚

02.03.2026 21:42 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Not really younger or as good of a 2-way guy as EOL. But cheaper yes and solid D. Good on PK.

02.03.2026 21:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Both Mangiapane and Regula clear.
Samanski and Howard recalled.
Surgery for Janmark, headed to LTIR.
Oilers send a 2nd to Chi for RH D Connor Murphy, at 50% retained.

02.03.2026 21:12 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Edmonton Oilers get two waiver clears as Andrew Mangiapane, Alec Regula Bakersfield bound The Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers get two waiver clears as Andrew Mangiapane, Alex Regula head to Bakersfield.

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02.03.2026 19:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

More than one shoe still to drop

01.03.2026 20:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Strongly disagree on cap. Keep watching…

01.03.2026 20:09 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

The Oilers place F Andrew Mangiapane and D Alec Regula on waivers.

01.03.2026 19:30 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Always great to hear from you, Reg. πŸ‘

01.03.2026 17:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What the Edmonton Oilers most urgently need at the NHL Trade Deadline: 9 Things What might the NHL deadline deal Stan Bowman and the Edmonton Oilers?

What the Edmonton Oilers most urgently need at the NHL Trading deadline.
My latest 9 Things column at The Cult of Hockey…

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01.03.2026 08:06 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Connor Ingram will start in G again today for the Oilers versus SJ. Kasperi Kapanen returns (club went 11-6 last game).

28.02.2026 19:50 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Regula was already on the cap. Do not have the cap room for Samanski at this moment.
That could change, though…

28.02.2026 19:44 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The Oilers recall D Alec Regula from his conditioning stint in Bakersfield.

28.02.2026 19:37 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Edmonton Oilers bounce back, thump Kings 8-1 in L.A.: Cult of Hockey Player Grades The Edmonton Oilers bounce back from bad Anaheim showing to crown the Kings 8-1

Edmonton Oilers bounce back big with 8-1 win in L.A. Cult of Hockey Player Grades…

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27.02.2026 06:36 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Oilers will go 11-6 in LA tonight with Mattias Janmark out long-term. Connor Ingram starts.

27.02.2026 02:28 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

McDavid in the ice for pre-game skate, alongside Hyman and Nugent-Hopkins.

25.02.2026 19:44 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The Oilers recall F Matt Savoie from Bakersfield.

25.02.2026 18:45 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you!

22.02.2026 22:58 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Adam Henrique is expected to be ready to go when the Oilers return to action Wednesday in Anaheim.

22.02.2026 19:39 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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Not just a Gold medal on the line for Canada but also the next line in Connor McDavid's legacy: 9 Things The Canada-USA Gold Medal Game a chance for Connor McDavid to further cement his legacy

Canada-USA is not just a Gold Medal at stake. It is an opportunity for Connor McDavid to write the next chapter of his legacy: 9 Things

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22.02.2026 00:28 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Celebrini, McDavid, Mackinnon team up for white-knuckle win 3-2 over Finland: Cult of Hockey Player Grades Team Canada storms back from 2-0 deficit against Finland to electrify the nation with a 3-2 win

Canada battles back from 2-0 deficit to stun Finns 3-2 and play for Olympic Gold. Cult of Hockey Player Grades…

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20.02.2026 18:42 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Team Canada steam rolls France 10-2 in chippy affair, projects to finish first in standings: Cult of Hockey Player Grades Team Canada rolls over a chippy Team France in 10-2 Olympic no-doubter

France sautΓ©ed as Team Canada romps to 10-2 Olympic victory. Cult of Hockey Player Grades…

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15.02.2026 18:48 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What from Connor McDavid's shimmering Olympic performance should be emulated back in Edmonton: 9 Things Could the handling of Connor McDavid at the Olympics teach the Edmonton Oilers a thing or two

What from Connor McDavid’s shimmering Olympic performance so far should be emulated in Edmonton?
My latest, from The Cult of Hockey, is here…

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15.02.2026 04:42 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Connor McDavid, Jordan Binnington lead the way in Canada's 5-0 win over Czechia: Cult of Hockey Player Grades Connor McDavid with 3 assists in Team Canada's 5-0 win over Czechia

Connor McDavid, Jordan Binnington lead the way in Canada’s 5-0 opening Olympic win over Czechia. Cult of Hockey Player Grades…

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12.02.2026 18:31 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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For Connor McDavid the Italy Olympics are opportunity for a career-defining moment: 9 Things Connor McDavid has never been on a stage like this. How will be respond to Olympic pressure, prestige?

For Connor McDavid the Italy Olympics are a chance for a career-defining performance.
9 Things…

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09.02.2026 02:01 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0