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The Edmonton Oilers are in the market for a trade, and the rumours are heating up as the franchise looks for ways to solve long-standing goaltending issues before the NHL playoffs. Jordan Binnington, St. Louis Blues Goalie Jordan Binnington has the experience and championship pedigree to be a target. The talk is all about whether the Edmonton Oilers can realistically make a trade to strengthen their stanley cup contention window.

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman has been raving about Lane Hutson’s playoff play with the Montreal Canadiens. Friedman thinks Hutson could win multiple Norris Trophies in his career after a dominant performance against the Buffalo Sabres. The rookie defenseman’s emergence is quickly becoming one of the biggest stories of the 2026 stanley cup playoffs.

NHL star Leon Draisaitl and his wife Celeste Desjardins recently got the league talking after posting glamorous throwback moments from their French wedding on Instagram. The post followed just days after the Edmonton Oilers were eliminated from the playoffs by the Anaheim Ducks. Fans took to social media quickly with the stylish celebration photos and talked about Leon Draisaitl’s offseason future, injuries and the Edmonton Oilers’ title aspirations heating up around the NHL.

Connor McDavid ripped the Edmonton Oilers roster following their NHL playoff elimination at the hands of the Anaheim Ducks in Game 6. The Oilers captain said he was frustrated by the team’s inconsistent performances throughout the season, putting additional pressure on general manager Stan Bowman. The loss has also fuelled trade rumours in the NHL and speculation about Edmonton's offseason plans and Connor McDavid's long-term future.

Two-time stanley cup champion Trevor Lewis has retired after a distinguished 17-year NHL career, primarily with the Los Angeles Kings. Lewis, a key contributor to the Kings' 2012 and 2014 championship teams, expressed gratitude for his journey, highlighting over 1,000 games played and his deep love for the sport. His dedication and defensive prowess were hallmarks of his impactful tenure.

Garnet Hathaway of the Philadelphia Flyers slammed into an open bench door in Game 4 against the Carolina Hurricanes, and it hurt. The veteran winger was clearly upset following the bizarre incident with Carolina Hurricanes forward Nik Ehlers. That strange moment was quickly seized upon by NHL news coverage, adding yet another dramatic, physical chapter to the ongoing stanley cup playoff series.

Before the 2026 NHL offseason, the Edmonton Oilers are reported to be considering trade opportunities regarding defenseman Darnell Nurse. NHL trade rumors have been worsened by his high-priced long-term contract and the situation that the team had a salary cap. Stan Bowman, the general manager of the Edmonton Oilers, might have to walk the fine line of improving the team roster and financial freedom.

Dan Vladek, Philadelphia Flyers goaltender, gained significant headlines when he confronted Carolina Hurricanes forward Logan Stankoven at NHL playoff Game 2. The anomaly of the crease incident soon went viral among hockey debates on Internet platforms. The emotional scene was a revelation of the buildup between both teams in the ongoing stanley cup Playoffs series of games between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Carolina Hurricanes.

Joel Quenneville was highly outspoken when the Anaheim Ducks lost in a very controversial way to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 1 of the NHL playoffs. A non-icing call that was disputed toward the end of the third period allowed Vegas to make the game-winning scoring opportunity. The play right away caused a controversy among the fans, analysts, and insiders in the NHL after the highly dramatic opener to the stanley cup Playoffs.

Toronto Maple Leafs' coaching future, including Craig Berube's tenure, hinges on captain Auston Matthews' long-term commitment. New management, led by Mats Sundin and John Chayka, awaits Matthews' confidence in the team's stanley cup contention. Berube accepted accountability for the playoff failure, while Matthews expressed uncertainty about his future amidst leadership changes.

Toronto Maple Leafs have appointed Mats Sundin as Senior Executive Advisor and John Chayka as General Manager to spearhead a new era. The duo will soon meet with Head Coach Craig Berube to discuss the team's direction. Despite a disappointing season, Chayka expressed optimism about the roster's potential and vowed to implement systemic changes for improved performance.

Uncertainty is growing for the Toronto Maple Leafs and Auston Matthews’ NHL future. Latest reports suggest the franchise may not get quick answers from its captain, with new NHL trade rumors and speculation. Matthews’ future is one of the biggest offseason stories in hockey as new management shapes the roster and injuries pile up.

Brady Tkachuk and the Ottawa Senators are back in the middle of NHL trade rumours after being swept in the playoffs by the Carolina Hurricanes. The Boston Bruins could be a potential landing spot for Ottawa if the Senators make major changes to their roster this offseason. But Tkachuk has publicly reiterated his commitment to the Senators despite growing speculation throughout the league.

Bruins veteran Viktor Arvidsson has come out and said that he even played with a serious rib injury and a punctured lung at the time of the Buffalo Sabres playoff series. The most recent update about the NHL injury reasons as to why the forward did not play in the last games of this postseason match. This has caused the absence to become a critical aspect in the playoff loss of the team, and since then, has resulted in controversy over his future with the team.

Edmonton Oilers superstar Leon Draisaitl and wife Celeste Desjardins are building a new home in Edmonton, and interior design help is coming from Lauren Kyle, wife of Connor McDavid, according to reports. The move has generated some discussion amongst NHL fans, especially after the recent speculation surrounding Draisaitl’s future with the Edmonton Oilers after the team’s disappointing stanley cup Playoffs exit earlier this season.

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly looking at signing unrestricted free agent Bobby McMann after Connor McDavid expressed concern with the team’s recent play. McMann’s breakout season and skating ability have sparked NHL trade rumours linking him to Edmonton as the franchise seeks to reshape its roster and increase its stanley cup contention hopes heading into next season.

The Pittsburgh Penguins face a defining offseason after a first-round playoff exit against the Philadelphia Flyers ended the "Big Three's" 2025-26 campaign. Evgeni Malkin, set to become an unrestricted free agent, will turn 40 before next season. Sidney Crosby has publicly voiced his desire for the trio to continue, but president of hockey operations Kyle Dubas faces a more complicated decision. With the Penguins having won just one playoff series since 2018 and missing the postseason three straight years before this season, the Malkin question is only the beginning of a longer rebuild conversation in Pittsburgh.

Following a disappointing playoff loss to the Anaheim Ducks, the Edmonton Oilers are reviewing head coach Kris Knoblauch. General manager Stan Bowman announced that a total organization overhaul is going on. The Oilers are in trouble; their line usage is still a bit of a mess, and their expectations have gone up, so now they have decisions to make, and it could make all the difference in how they choose to coach in the upcoming season.

Ridly Greig’s suspension is one of the top NHL news stories. That too, since the Ottawa Senators and Carolina Hurricanes playoff titles. NHL Player Safety will review the incident involving Sean Walker and will determine supplemental discipline for Game 4 next season. The move has brought observers’ and fans’ attention to the intensity of the playoffs, the safety standards of those who play in the playoffs and how the NHL deals with unsafe playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl expressed deep concern following their shocking first-round playoff exit, admitting the team has taken "big steps backwards." He highlighted a lack of consistent winning habits and insufficient depth scoring as key issues. Draisaitl emphasized the need for the team to regain its winning direction after a disappointing season.