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Accountabilty Babcock-style; Edmonton coach demotes or scratches all struggling Oilers forwards
This in from Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now, news that Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock has demoted all his struggling forwards to one line, with Alex Formenton and Mathieu Joseph now teamed up with Owen Michaels at centre on the fourth line. Two other forwards who have yet to make much of a mark this year, Filip Hallander and Max Jones, are on the fifth line, likely to be scratched.
Edmonton Oilers coach Babcock demotes or scratches all his struggling forwards Original
Edmonton Oilers coach Babcock demotes or scratches all his struggling forwards NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - NOVEMBER 03: Alex Formenton #26 and Mathieu Joseph #21 of the Edmonton Oilers skates against Jonas Siegenthaler #71 of the New Jersey Devils during the first period at Prudential Center on November 03, 2026 in Newark, New Jersey.
'Best environment to play': Edmonton Oilers finally making it easier for their goalies Original
Zach Hyman (18) of the Edmonton Oilers, was tied up by Adam Fox (23) of the New York Rangers in front of goalie Dylan Garand at Rogers Place in Edmonton on Monday, November 9, 2026.
High-priced Edmonton Oiler hasn't thrown a hit all year, healthy scratched again
This in from Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now, news that Edmonton Oilers d-man Jake Walman is outside of the top three pairings at morning skate again today and looks to be a healthy scratch for the fifth time in seven games. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was on the ice after leaving the game on Saturday, having taken a puck in the face. RNH had a full face shield at practice.
High-priced Edmonton Oiler deep in Mike Babcock's dog house, healty scratched vs New York Rangers
High-priced Edmonton Oiler deep in Mike Babcock's dog house, healty scratched vs New York Rangers Mike Babcock This in from Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now, news that Edmonton Oilers d-man Jake Walman is outside of the top three pairings at morning skate again today and looks to be a healthy scratch for the fifth time in seven games. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
High-priced Edmonton Oiler deep in Mike Babcock's dog house, healty scratched vs New York Rangers
Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • Mike Babcock This in from Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now, news that Jake Walman is outside of the top three pairings at morning skate again today and looks to be a healthy scratch for the fifth time in seven gamess. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was on the ice after leaving the game on Saturday, having taken a puck in the face. RNH had a full face shield at practice.
Edmonton Oilers goalie prospects wow with stellar performances Original
Edmonton Oilers goalie prospects wow with stellar performances Two goalie prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system had excellent games this weekend, 20-year-old Eemil Vinni for Fort Wayne in the ECHL, and 22-year-old Nathaniel Day for Bakersfield in the American Hockey League. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
Edmonton Oilers goalie prospects wow with stellar performances
Author of the article: David Staples • Edmonton Journal Published Nov 08, 2026 • Last updated 12 hours ago • 2 minute read Article content Two goalie prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system had excellent games this weekend, 20-year-old Eemil Vinni for Fort Wayne in the ECHL, and 22-year-old Nathaniel Day for Bakersfield in the American Hockey League. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
Edmonton Oilers goalie prospects wow with stellar performances
Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • Two goalie prospects in the Edmonton Oilers system had excellent games this weekend, 20-year-old Eemil Vinni for Fort Wayne in the ECHL, and 22-year-old Nathaniel Day for Bakersfield in the American Hockey League. Vinni stopped 36 out of 37 in Fort Wayne’s 3-1 win over Kalamazoo in Sunday, a game that saw the acrobatic Vinni make one save that went viral on social media, a sprawling post-to-post stop on an opponent’s breakaway.
Player grades: Edmonton big guns McDavid, Draisaitl, Bouchard lead Oilers to 4-2 win over Canucks Original
Player grades: Edmonton big guns McDavid, Draisaitl, Bouchard lead Oilers to 4-2 win over Canucks Mattias Ekholm #14 of the Edmonton Oilers celebrates a first-period goal at the bench during the game against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place on November 7, 2026, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Photo by Leila Devlin /Getty Images THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
Player grades: Edmonton big guns McDavid, Draisaitl, Bouchard lead Oilers to 4-2 win over Canucks
Author of the article: David Staples • Edmonton Journal Published Nov 07, 2026 • Last updated 1 day ago • 3 minute read Mattias Ekholm #14 of the Edmonton Oilers celebrates a first-period goal at the bench during the game against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place on November 7, 2026, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Major shake-up on Edmonton Oilers, hot shot goalie, top winger back, struggling vets rotate as healthy scratches
This in from Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now, news that hot shot newcomer goalie Devon Levi is healthy again and in the starter's net for tonight's game against the Vancouver Canucks. In fact, there's a massive shake-up in the Oilers line-up. Struggling veteran forward Trent Frederic, who has been a healthy scratch, is also back in, while another embattled vet, d-man Jake Walman, is again a healthy scratch. Winger Zach Hyman is back, but promising young power forward Colton Dach was not on the ice.
Major shake-up on Edmonton Oilers, hot shot goalie, top winger back, struggling vets rotate as healthy scratches
Major shake-up on Edmonton Oilers, hot shot goalie, top winger back, struggling vets rotate as healthy scratches ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 07: Devon Levi #27 of the Edmonton Oilers makes a save during the second period in a 5-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center on October 07, 2026 in Anaheim, California.
Major shake-up on Edmonton Oilers, hot shot goalie, top winger back, struggling vets rotate as healthy scratches
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 07: Devon Levi #27 of the Edmonton Oilers makes a save during the second period in a 5-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center on October 07, 2026 in Anaheim, California. /Getty Images This in from Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now, news that hot shot newcomer goalie Devon Levi is healthy again and in the starter’s net for tonight’s game against the Vancouver Canucks.
'Throwing up in my mouth': Podkolzin gets mass support across Canada for beat down of Anaheim aggressor Original
'Throwing up in my mouth': Podkolzin gets mass support across Canada for beat down of Anaheim aggressor Podkolzin fights Drew Helleson Photo by @Msky9729 Power forward Vasily Podkolzin has won over fans in Edmonton for more than two years with his aggressive and skilled game, but he’s now making a name across the hockey world after his beat down fight with Anaheim’s Drew Helleson. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
'Throwing up in my mouth': Podkolzin gets support across Canada for beat down of Anaheim aggressor
Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • Podkolzin fights Drew Helleson Power forward Vasily Podkolzin has won over fans in Edmonton for more than two years with his aggressive and skilled game, but he’s now making a name across the hockey world after his beat down fight with Anaheim’s Drew Helleson. Don't have an account? Create Account Podkolzin went after Helleson after the Ducks defender drove Connor McDavid into the Anaheim goal post on a rush play.
'Throwing up in my mouth': Podkolzin gets support across Canada for beat down of Anaheim aggressor
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • Podkolzin fights Drew Helleson Power forward Vasily Podkolzin has won over fans in Edmonton for more than two years with his aggressive and skilled game, but he’s now making a name across the hockey world after his beat down fight with Anaheim’s Drew Helleson. Podkolzin went after Helleson after the Ducks defender drove Connor McDavid into the Anaheim goal post on a rush play.
Ex-Oilers forward earning big bucks, but healthy scratch tonight for new team Original
Edmonton Oilers forwards Ryan McLeod and Warren Foegele celebrate after McLeod's goal during the third period of Game 6 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers at Rogers Place on June 21, 2024 in Edmonton. Photo by Bruce Bennett /Getty Images This in from The Athletic’s Matthew Fairburn, the publication’s beat writer in Bufffalo, news that former Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan McLeod, 27, is healthy, but won’t be playing n the Sabres’ game tonight.
Ex-Oilers forward earning big bucks, but healthy scratch tonight for new team
Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • Edmonton Oilers forwards Ryan McLeod and Warren Foegele celebrate after McLeod's goal during the third period of Game 6 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers at Rogers Place on June 21, 2024 in Edmonton. /Getty Images This in from The Athletic’s Matthew Fairburn, the publication’s beat writer in Bufffalo, news that former Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan McLeod, 27, is healthy, but won’t be playing n the Sabres’ game tonight.
And then there were none: All three Edmonton Oilers starting goalies now knocked out of action
And then there were none: All three Edmonton Oilers starting goalies now knocked out of action David Staples, Edmonton Journal Updated Thu, November 5, 2026 at 6:34 p.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Matt Tomkins #90 of the Edmonton Oilers makes a second period save against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 01, 2026 in New York City. (Credit: Bruce Bennett) And then there were none.
And then there were none: All three Edmonton Oilers starting goalies now knocked out of action
And then there were none: All three Edmonton Oilers starting goalies now knocked out of action Matt Tomkins #90 of the Edmonton Oilers makes a second period save against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 01, 2026 in New York City. Photo by Bruce Bennett /Getty Images And then there were none. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
And then there were none: All three Edmonton Oilers starting goalies now knocked out of action
Skip to Content Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • Matt Tomkins #90 of the Edmonton Oilers makes a second period save against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 01, 2026 in New York City. /Getty Images And then there were none. Don't have an account? Create Account First Frederik Andersen. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or tap here to see other videos from our team. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
One of Mike Babcock's biggest critics now praising him. Will other naysayers do the same? Original
One of Mike Babcock's biggest critics now praising him. Will other naysayers do the same? One of the most prominent critics of the Edmonton Oilers hiring Mike Babcock is now praising Babcock’s work with the team. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by David Staples, Keith Gerein and others, Oilers news from Cult of Hockey, Ask EJ Anything features, the Noon News Roundup and Under the Dome newsletters.
Babcock's fellow coaches honour him, just as Edmonton Oilers become top team in NHL Original
Babcock's fellow coaches honour him, just as Edmonton Oilers become top team in NHL Mike Babcock Bum one minute, hero the next. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by David Staples, Keith Gerein and others, Oilers news from Cult of Hockey, Ask EJ Anything features, the Noon News Roundup and Under the Dome newsletters. Unlimited online access to Edmonton Journal and 15 news sites with one account.
New Jersey Devils organization taunts Canadian hockey fans in shootout win over Oilers: player grades Original
New Jersey Devils organization taunts Canadian hockey fans in shootout win over Oilers: player grades NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - NOVEMBER 03: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins #93 of the Edmonton Oilers celebrates his second period goal while skating in his 1,038th career game against the New Jersey Devils setting the franchise record at Prudential Center on November 03, 2026 in Newark, New Jersey.
Oilers vets moved in and out of Babcock's dog house, one benched, one promoted for tonight's game Original
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - OCTOBER 17: Mathieu Joseph #21 celebrates a goal with Jake Walman #96 of the Edmonton Oilers during the first period of a game against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center on October 17, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Three ex-Oilers forwards off to strong starts, but not departed Edmonton folk hero
Three ex-Edmonton Oilers forwards are off to great starts this year in their new NHL homes, but local folk hero Connor Brown, now of the New Jersey Devils, isn't one of them. Brown, now 32, has struggled with a lower body injury this year, going on injured reserve in mid-October, and having played only six games so far. Last year Brown equalled the best scoring season of his career, with 43 points in 75 games. It tied his highest point total since 2019-20.
Three ex-Oilers forwards off to strong starts, but not departed Edmonton folk hero Original
Connor Brown #28 of the Edmonton Oilers celebrates winning in Game Five of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena on June 18, 2024, in Sunrise, Florida. Photo by Bruce Bennett /Getty Images Three ex-Edmonton Oilers forwards are off to great starts this year in their new NHL homes, but local folk hero Connor Brown, now of the New Jersey Devils, isn’t one of them.
Three ex-Oilers forwards off to strong starts, but not yet departed Edmonton folk hero
Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • Connor Brown #28 of the Edmonton Oilers celebrates winning in Game Five of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena on June 18, 2024, in Sunrise, Florida. /Getty Images Three ex-Edmonton Oilers forwards are off to great starts this year in their new NHL homes, but local folk hero Connor Brown, now of the New Jersey Devils, isn’t one of them, not yet anyway.
'Eliminate those grey areas': Edmonton Oilers leader spells out Babcock's recipe for success
Game Day 15: Oilers vs Rangers First, the breaking news of the day, this in from Mark Spector of Sportsnet: "Ike Howard status unchanged this morning: Will not play v. NYR. Injury still appears to be relatively minor, but he'll undergo a full assessment in coming days. Appears to have dodged the bullet." Second, Edmonton Oilers leader Mattias Ekholm, sharing the secret sauce of Mike Babcock's success with the team so far this year.
Player grades: McDavid soars and Edmonton Oilers grind, beating New York Rangers 4-1
Connor McDavid brought the skill, Kasperi Kapanen the hustle, Evan Bouchard the slapper and newcomer goalie Matt Tomkins a few big saves as the Edmonton Oilers beat the New York Rangers 4-1. The Grade A shots were 13 to 9 for Edmonton, with the subset of most dangerous five-alarm shots 6 to 5 for the Oilers. Connor McDavid, 8. On his first shift he went end-to-end super sonic, gin and tonic, as Oilers insider Bob Stauffer likes to say, scoring on the 1-0 goal rush.
Edmonton Oilers target "ground and pound" power forward in trade, team insider says
This in from Edmonton Oilers insider Bob Stauffer, his opinion that the Edmonton Oilers are still building and will try to add another power forward to the roster. Said Stauffer of the Oilers on Sunday's broadcast: "The reality is they are playing a very specific style. They have become more of a cycling team, way less reliant off the rush. I don't believe Stan Bowman and Mike Babcock are done building this team. We know Dach's going to factor into the top nine.
Edmonton Oilers target "ground and pound" power forward in trade, team insider says Original
Edmonton Oilers target "ground and pound" power forward in trade, team insider says Colton Dach #34 of the Edmonton Oilers celebrates his first period goal against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 01, 2026. in New York City. Photo by Bruce Bennett /Getty Images This in from Edmonton Oilers insider Bob Stauffer, his opinion that the Edmonton Oilers are still building and will try to add another power forward to the roster.
Player grades: McDavid soars and Edmonton Oilers grind, beating New York Rangers 4-1 Original
Player grades: McDavid soars and Edmonton Oilers grind, beating New York Rangers 4-1 NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 01: Connor McDavid #97 of the Edmonton Oilers scores a first period goal against Dylan Garand #33 of the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on November 01, 2026 in New York City.
'Eliminate those grey areas': Edmonton Oilers leader spells out Babcock's recipe for success Original
'Eliminate those grey areas': Edmonton Oilers leader spells out Babcock's recipe for success Game Day 15: Oilers vs Rangers THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by David Staples, Keith Gerein and others, Oilers news from Cult of Hockey, Ask EJ Anything features, the Noon News Roundup and Under the Dome newsletters. Unlimited online access to Edmonton Journal and 15 news sites with one account.
Babcock's 'crowbars and dump-ins' strategy has transformed Edmonton Oilers
Babcock's 'crowbars and dump-ins' strategy has transformed Edmonton Oilers David Staples, Edmonton Journal Updated Fri, October 30, 2026 at 5:04 p.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. This in from NHL stat analyst Mike Kelly, news that the Edmonton Oilers are winning big playing the "crowbars and dump-ins" style pushed by new coach Mike Babcock. Last year the Edmonton Oilers were the third least likely team to dump-in the puck.
Babcock's 'crowbars and dump-ins' strategy has transformed Edmonton Oilers Original
Oilers coach Mike Babcock This in from NHL stat analyst Mike Kelly, news that the Edmonton Oilers are winning big playing the “crowbars and dump-ins” style pushed by new coach Mike Babcock. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by David Staples, Keith Gerein and others, Oilers news from Cult of Hockey, Ask EJ Anything features, the Noon News Roundup and Under the Dome newsletters.
Strange things happen in aftermath of Edmonton Oilers grinder bashing and injuring Calgary goalie Original
Strange things happen in aftermath of Edmonton Oilers grinder bashing and injuring Calgary goalie A number of strange and fascinating things happened in the wake of Edmonton power forward Colton Dach bashing into, injuring and knocking out Calgary goalie Devin Cooley from Wednesday night’s Oilers/Flames game. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
Strange things happen in aftermath of Edmonton Oilers grinder bashing and injuring Calgary goalie
Skip to Content Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • A number of strange and fascinating things happened in the wake of Edmonton power forward Colton Dach bashing into, injuring and knocking out Calgary goalie Devin Cooley from Wednesday night’s Oilers/Flames game. Don't have an account? Create Account The collision itself was brutal, with Dach controlling the puck and cutting in hard on net in an attempt to score, his legs set wide to maintain balance under defensive pressure.
Edmonton Oilers interested in the hockey's biggest enforcer? Don't rule it out Original
Edmonton Oilers interested in the hockey's biggest enforcer? Don't rule it out NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 03: Kurtis MacDermid #23 of the New Jersey Devils fights with Matt Rempe #73 of the New York Rangers during the first period at Madison Square Garden on April 03, 2024 in New York City. Photo by Bruce Bennett /Getty Images This in from Sportsnet insider Frank Seravalli, his speculation about the possibility of the Edmonton Oilers acquiring hockey’s biggest enforcer, the fearsome Matt Rempe.
Why the Edmonton Oilers could well trade for hockey's biggest tough guy
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 03: Kurtis MacDermid #23 of the New Jersey Devils fights with Matt Rempe #73 of the New York Rangers during the first period at Madison Square Garden on April 03, 2024 in New York City. Photo by Bruce Bennett /Getty Images Article content This in from Sportsnet insider Frank Seravalli, his speculation about the possibility of the Edmonton Oilers acquiring hockey’s biggest enforcer, the fearsome Matt Rempe.
Player grades: McDavid, Jarry lead Edmonton Oilers to 4-0 win over Calgary Flames Original
Player grades: McDavid, Jarry lead Edmonton Oilers to 4-0 win over Calgary Flames The Edmonton Oilers' Colton Dach (34) battles the Calgary Flames' Matt Coronato (27) and Jacob Middleton (55) during first period NHL action at Rogers Place, in Edmonton Wednesday Oct. 28, 2026. Photo by David Bloom Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Connor McDavid, Tristan Jarry and Kasperi Kapanen all stood out for their strong play as the Edmonton Oilers trounced the Caglary Flames 4-0.
Player grades: McDavid, Jarry lead Edmonton Oilers to 4-0 win over Calgary Flames
Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • The Edmonton Oilers' Colton Dach (34) battles the Calgary Flames' Matt Coronato (27) and Jacob Middleton (55) during first period NHL action at Rogers Place, in Edmonton Wednesday Oct. 28, 2026. Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Connor McDavid, Tristan Jarry and Kasperi Kapanen all stood out for their strong play as the Edmonton Oilers trounced the Caglary Flames 4-0. Don't have an account?
Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock reads the riot act to high-priced d-man Original
The Edmonton Oilers' Jake Walman (96) battles the Anaheim Ducks' Ian Moore (3) during second period NHL playoff hockey action at Rogers Place, in Edmonton Wednesday April 22, 2026. Photo by David Bloom Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia This in from Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock, his talk to today with local media about his decision to scratch high-priced veteran d-man Jake Walman, who is in the first year of a sever-year contract that pays him $7 million per year.
Babcock reads the riot act and benches high-priced Edmonton Oilers d-man
The Edmonton Oilers' Jake Walman (96) battles the Anaheim Ducks' Ian Moore (3) during second period NHL playoff hockey action at Rogers Place, in Edmonton Wednesday April 22, 2026. Photo by David Bloom Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Article content This in from Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock, his talk to today with local media about his decision to scratch high-priced veteran d-man Jake Walman for tonight’s game against Calgary.
Babcock reads the riot act and benches high-priced Edmonton Oilers d-man
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • The Edmonton Oilers' Jake Walman (96) battles the Anaheim Ducks' Ian Moore (3) during second period NHL playoff hockey action at Rogers Place, in Edmonton Wednesday April 22, 2026. Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia This in from Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock, his talk to today with local media about his decision to scratch high-priced veteran d-man Jake Walman for tonight’s game against Calgary.
Babcock reads the riot act and benches high-priced Edmonton Oilers d-man
Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • The Edmonton Oilers' Jake Walman (96) battles the Anaheim Ducks' Ian Moore (3) during second period NHL playoff hockey action at Rogers Place, in Edmonton Wednesday April 22, 2026. Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia This in from Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock, his talk to today with local media about his decision to scratch high-priced veteran d-man Jake Walman for tonight’s game against Calgary.
Massive Edmonton Oilers' shake-up, high-priced veteran demoted, failing line broken up
This in from Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now, major moves from Edmonton coach Mike Babcock, as seen with the new lines and pairings from the Edmonton Oilers practice. Mattias Ekholm is back from injury on the top pair with Evan Bouchard, high-priced veteran Jake Walman has been demoted off his pairing with Ty Emberson and replaced with newcomer Shakir Mukhamadullin, and the failing checking line of Owen Michaels, Alex Formenton and Mathieu Joseph has been broken up.
Massive shake-up Edmonton Oilers as Babcock demotes high-priced veteran, breaks up failing line
Massive shake-up Edmonton Oilers as Babcock demotes high-priced veteran, breaks up failing line Jake Walman was made available on the eve of the Edmonton Oilers training camp on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Photos by Shaughn Butts - Postmedia Photo by Shaughn Butts /10112685A This in from Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now, major moves from Edmonton coach Mike Babcock, as seen with the new lines and pairings from the Edmonton Oilers practice.
Massive Edmonton Oilers' shake-up, high-priced veteran demoted, failing line broken up
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Author of the article: • Edmonton Journal • • Jake Walman was made available on the eve of the Edmonton Oilers training camp on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Photos by Shaughn Butts - Postmedia /10112685A This in from Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now, major moves from Edmonton coach Mike Babcock, as seen with the new lines and pairings from the Edmonton Oilers practice.
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