The Oilers struck their first trade of deadline week by acquiring Connor Murphy from the Balackhawks on Monday afternoon.

And general manager Stan Bowman admits the team defensive issues are a problem. “We haven’t played well defensively as a team. I think it’s a number of factors, all of them contributing,” Bowman told the media during an availability on Monday.

The Edmonton Oilers recently placed two players on waivers, and now know whether or not they have passed through unclaimed.

Connor Murphy should bring reliable, physical play to Edmonton. Michael Reaves / Edmonton Oilers get: Defenseman Connor Murphy Chicago Blackhawks get: Second-round draft pick in 2028 (and retain half of Murphy’s $4.

After a disappointing return from the Olympic break, the Oilers have opted to place two players on waivers. The team announced on Sunday afternoon that both forward Andrew Mangiapane and defenceman Alec Regula have been placed on waivers, allowing every other NHL team a chance to pick them up for free.

Monday's Edmonton Oilers trade added some much-needed depth on the blueline given the club's pursuit of a Stanley Cup.

The Edmonton Oilers were rolling near the end of January, with a record of 28-19-8 on Jan. 30 and a share of the top spot in the Pacific Division in standings points. The club was

The Oilers continue to tinker with their roster ahead of the trade deadline, adding defenceman Connor Murphy from the Chicago Blackhawks. The right shot

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