The Edmonton Oilers announced troubling injury news before the start of training camp. Four players, including free agent signing Frederik Andersen , would miss training camp this season. All four players are dealing with various injuries and are unable to take the ice before the regular season. It’s certainly a concerning development, especially […] The post Oilers news: Stan Bowman not concerned about early injury wave appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Edmonton Oilers spent much of the summer putting together a roster with enough options to withstand the injuries that inevitably show up over an 82-game season. Of course, they're now dealing with it right now.

Lingering injuries and offseason setbacks sideline four Oilers, forcing Edmonton to navigate goaltending uncertainty and depth concerns.

Kasperi Kapanen has traditionally slotted in on Leon Draisaitl's right wing in Edmonton, but heading into this season, that role might not be his.

The 2025-26 season featured several players who broke out, emerging as either faces of the NHL or stars for contending teams. The question those players now face is whether they can repeat their success and prove it wasn't a fluke.

Matt Savoie enters an important season as his contract expires at the end of the 2026-27 season, and he becomes an RFA. By this time next summer, his team will be talking with the Oilers about the first long-term contract of his NHL career, and recent deals around the league suggest the price of young forwards is climbing faster than it has in years.

Panic signings and premature extensions could derail Edmonton's game plan this season. From goaltending battles to Savoie’s contract, the Oilers must avoid these three rush decisions.

Matt Savoie’s agent, Gerry Johannson of The Sports Corporation, joined Oilers Now with Bob Stauffer and explained, “Matt really likes it here.." so why isn't a deal done?