When I was writing “On the Clock” the toughest group to make interesting were college defensemen who did not contribute heavily on offense. The NCAA lists plus/minus, but not “even-strength goals-for ...

The current Edmonton Oilers feature Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Darnell Nurse, Evan Bouchard and Stuart Skinner as homegrown talents. That’s six men, about one-half of the ...

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Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl had assists and skated miles, even on a night when they don’t go supernova their presence is key. McDavid’s pass on the Arvidsson goal was pure witchcraft, ...

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The Edmonton Oilers have played games like last night many times, losing far more than they’ve won. Why did they win last night? Two generational talents made plays that resulted in late goals, and ...

The Athletic article is all about Ty Emberson’s utility and value. Article is here.

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I don’t think there’s much in the way of credible pushback on that statement. The Lowdown hits at noon and we’ll have Daniel Nugent-Bowman from The Athletic help guide us through the aftermath of last ...

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The Edmonton Oilers entered December on an impressive November run and looking to solidify a playoff spot in the Pacific Division. This morning, the club ranks No. 3 in the division, with Vegas and ...