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Writer for The Athletic, host Lowdown with Lowetide on sports 1440, employee of Ziggy, Dad, hope is a wonderful thing.
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Edmonton Oilers prospect Ike Howard lighting up AHL on a powerhouse line

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Lowetide: Oilers prospect Ike Howard lighting up AHL on a powerhouse line
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November 30, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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Oilers seamless in Seattle and the Condors erupt for seven goals.
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Seamless in Seattle
The Edmonton Oilers played a strong, repeatable game on Saturday afternoon in Seattle, Washington. I have been expecting that game for some time, and a winning streak to follow. Now, the Minnesota Wil...
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November 30, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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Oilers v Kraken, and a look at what the 2017-20 Oilers drafts produced.
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Oilers at Kraken, G26 2025-26
-from the book On The Clock by Allan Mitchell Among the things I wrote about in the Oilers draft book was the idea that drafting skill at every turn is the play. Since we're talking about the Oilers i...
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November 29, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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If the Oilers do make a coaching change, there are several impressive candidates. Names include a former Edmonton coach who is helping the Anaheim Ducks rock the casbah offensively this season.

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If Edmonton Oilers make a coaching change, is there a perfect fit candidate?
Knoblauch just signed an extension in October, and there's plenty of time for him to turn the Oilers around.
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November 29, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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If Edmonton Oilers make a coaching change, is there a perfect fit candidate?
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November 28, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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What does Connor Clattenburg have in common with Miro Satan and Andy Moog? You're seconds from knowing!!!

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The Distant Bells
The Edmonton Oilers have attended 47 drafts by my count, 1979 through 2025. In that time, the team's scouting staffs have selected 20 players after the No. 99 overall pick who turned into NHL regulars...
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November 28, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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Oilers appear poised to make a desperation deal. Oh good.

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Rumours
This photo was taken about 30 miles from the place I lived on April 5, 1972. I remember that day very well, because the sports report on CKSA Lloydminster told me that Rusty Staub, my favourite basebl...
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November 27, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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Since the start of 2023-24, Evan Bouchard-Connor McDavid own a 61 pct goal share at five-on-five. McDavid solo? 49 pct. Just one of many reasons math loves Bouchard more than the eye test. So do we believe the numbers or our lying eyes?

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Lowetide: Why do Evan Bouchard's issues always crop up early for the Oilers?
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November 27, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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Why do Evan Bouchard’s issues always crop up early for the Edmonton Oilers?

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Why do Evan Bouchard’s issues always crop up early for the Edmonton Oilers?
Bouchard's ghastly October has given way to a substantially better November, but he still has off games.
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November 26, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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Oh, those Oilers.

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Copperhead Road
The good thing about this season is the Edmonton Oilers are a long way from being a true Stanley Cup contender. I doubt anyone truly believes the club is one goalie (Craig Binnington) away from the pr...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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Oilers v Stars, the 'stretch pass' dilemma could deepen and Jesper Wallstedt reckoning.

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Stars at Oilers, G25 2025-26
Stars at Oilers, G25 2025-26
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November 25, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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f the Oilers plan to use the stretch pass to dump and chase, Stan Bowman needs to trade for Alex Tuch or similar. Here are four for the Oilers.

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Which Edmonton Oilers trade targets best fit the team’s new offensive style?
The style of game being used now by Edmonton requires good speed and aggressive play.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Which Edmonton Oilers trade targets best fit the team’s new offensive style?

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Lowetide: Which trade targets best fit the Oilers' new offensive style?
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November 24, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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In Bakersfield, Colin Chaulk is chalk. Pretty sure.

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Calling Bakersfield
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November 24, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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The Oilers are not getting a full share of offence at five-on-five this season. It's a big damn deal.

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Why Edmonton Oilers’ 5-on-5 game has struggled so much this season
Oilers fans can point to any number of issues. What, exactly, is going on? And how does this get better?
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November 24, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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The Oilers are morphing into a "place and chase" team, and that may require some tweaks to personnel on the wings. Connor Clattenburg may be the tip of the iceberg.

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Lowetide: Why Oilers' 5-on-5 game has struggled so much this season
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November 23, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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Why Edmonton Oilers’ 5-on-5 game has struggled so much this season

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Lowetide: Why Oilers' 5-on-5 game has struggled so much this season
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November 23, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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Oilers win 6-3 while also trying to win 36-3, nuance, Bouchard, that kid Savoie sure can play the rock and roll.

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Let’s Do It Again
The Edmonton Oilers ended the long road trip with a victory over the Florida Panthers last night. The stars of the show were Jack Roslovic, Evan Bouchard, Matt Savoie and Stuart Skinner to my eye, you...
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November 23, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Oilers v Panthers and many words on the recall of Connor Clattenburg.

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Oilers at Panthers, G24 2025-26
WHAT TO EXPECT IN NOVEMBER At home to: Chicago (Expected 1-0) Actual 1-0 Road: Blues, Stars (Expected 1-1-0) Actual 0-1-1 At home to: Avalanche, Blue Jackets (1-0-1) Actual 1-1-0 On the road to: Flyer...
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November 22, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Yesterday I wrote "Connor Clattenburg is as close as Condors fans are likely to get to observing the classic movie “Slap Shot” in real life." He is now a member of the Edmonton Oilers.

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Which Edmonton Oilers AHL players could earn a call-up?
These four players might be able to deliver in the NHL for the Oilers later this season.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Howard, Hutson, Clattenburg, Ingram. Which of these Bakersfield Condors (or another) gets the recall first?

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Lowetide: Which AHL players could earn a call-up to the Oilers?
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November 22, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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The Oilers, a sliver of daylight and a little advice about how to change minds.
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A Sliver of Daylight
The Oilers fan base is once again a house divided and that's about right after last night's game. For me, I've seen encouraging signs in two games now that indicate this year's model is ready to roar....
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November 21, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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Which Edmonton Oilers AHL players could earn a call-up? - The Athletic

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November 21, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Oilers did some good things last night. Can they win tonight? What will tomorrow bring. Some thoughts.

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Oilers at Lightning, G23 2025-26
As much as a fan might want to rage against the Edmonton Oilers loss against the Washington Capitals last night, there was far more effort given and some signs of adjustments in breakouts. Far from pe...
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November 20, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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Oilers Zach Hyman has had an immediate impact. A refreshing player to watch because his effort is never in doubt and fans can always count on an intelligent game.

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Zach Hyman's return gives Oilers a lift, but can he deliver in all areas?
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November 20, 2025 at 1:55 PM