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April 29, 2026 - Edmonton, Alta. - Edmonton Oil Kings Defenceman Blake Fiddler has announced his commitment the University of Denver in NCAA Division I for the 2026/2027 Season.
"The Oil Kings would like to thank Blake for his contributions both on and off the ice over the last three seasons," said Oil Kings President and General Manager Kirt Hill. "Blake grew as a person and a player within our organization due to his commitment to development and persistent work ethic. We wish him all the best moving forward."
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April 21, 2026 - Edmonton, Alta. - Two Edmonton Oil Kings prospects have been honoured by the Canadian Sport School Hockey League for their excellent seasons.
2010-born defenceman Holden Wouters, and 2010-born forward Cole Landreville have been named to the Top Freshman teams in the U18 Prep league. Wouters is named to the BC/USA Team, while Landreville is part of the Prairie team.
Wouters played this season with St. Georges U18 Prep squad where he played 28 games, scoring seven goals and adding 15 assists for 22 points. He also added ... Full Story
April 20, 2026 - Edmonton, Alta. - Edmonton Oil Kings Captain Gavin Hodnett has committed to play NCAA hockey next season with the University of Nebraska-Omaha.
Hodnett played parts of five seasons with the Oil Kings, and was recently Captain of the team for the last two seasons and had a major impact with the club during his time with the organization.
"I'm extremely proud and excited to announce my commitment to the University of Nebraska Omaha to continue my academic and hockey career at the NCAA Division I level," said Hodnett. "I ... Full Story
April 16, 2026 - Edmonton, Alta. - Six Edmonton Oil Kings have been named in NHL Central Scouting's Final Rankings ahead of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft.
Five skaters make the list for North American Skaters with Ethan MacKenzie (62nd), Dylan Dean (88th), Noa Ta'amu (109th), Andrew O'Neill (150th), and Lukas Sawchyn (151st) all seeing their names on the list. On the goaltending side, Parker Snell is ranked 19th among North American Goalies.
MacKenzie slides up 12 spots from his mid-term ranking after a career year with the Oil Kings. MacKe... Full Story
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Fiddler Commits to University of Denver for 26/27 Season
April 29, 2026 - Edmonton, Alta. - Edmonton Oil Kings Defenceman Blake Fiddler has announced his commitment the University of Denver in NCAA Division I for the 2026/2027 Season.
"The Oil Kings would like to thank Blake for his contributions both on and off the ice over the last three seasons," said Oil Kings President and General Manager Kirt Hill. "Blake grew as a person and a player within our organization due to his commitment to development and persistent work ethic. We wish him all the best moving forward."
Originally the first-ov... Full StoryMore Edmonton Oil Kings stories below
Wouters, Landreville Named to CSSHL Top Freshman Teams
April 21, 2026 - Edmonton, Alta. - Two Edmonton Oil Kings prospects have been honoured by the Canadian Sport School Hockey League for their excellent seasons.
2010-born defenceman Holden Wouters, and 2010-born forward Cole Landreville have been named to the Top Freshman teams in the U18 Prep league. Wouters is named to the BC/USA Team, while Landreville is part of the Prairie team.
Wouters played this season with St. Georges U18 Prep squad where he played 28 games, scoring seven goals and adding 15 assists for 22 points. He also added ... Full StoryHodnett Commits to University of Nebraska-Omaha for 26/27 Season
April 20, 2026 - Edmonton, Alta. - Edmonton Oil Kings Captain Gavin Hodnett has committed to play NCAA hockey next season with the University of Nebraska-Omaha.
Hodnett played parts of five seasons with the Oil Kings, and was recently Captain of the team for the last two seasons and had a major impact with the club during his time with the organization.
"I'm extremely proud and excited to announce my commitment to the University of Nebraska Omaha to continue my academic and hockey career at the NCAA Division I level," said Hodnett. "I ... Full StorySix Oil Kings Listed in NHL Central Scouting's Final Rankings
April 16, 2026 - Edmonton, Alta. - Six Edmonton Oil Kings have been named in NHL Central Scouting's Final Rankings ahead of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft.
Five skaters make the list for North American Skaters with Ethan MacKenzie (62nd), Dylan Dean (88th), Noa Ta'amu (109th), Andrew O'Neill (150th), and Lukas Sawchyn (151st) all seeing their names on the list. On the goaltending side, Parker Snell is ranked 19th among North American Goalies.
MacKenzie slides up 12 spots from his mid-term ranking after a career year with the Oil Kings. MacKe... Full StoryEdmonton Oil Kings News
- Fiddler Commits to University of Denver for 26/27 Season - April 29, 2026
- Wouters, Landreville Named to CSSHL Top Freshman Teams - April 21, 2026
- Hodnett Commits to University of Nebraska-Omaha for 26/27 Season - April 20, 2026
- Six Oil Kings Listed in NHL Central Scouting's Final Rankings - April 16, 2026
- Oil Kings Graduate Zemlak Commits to Ferris State University for 26/27 Season - April 14, 2026
- Oil Kings Season Comes to End in Game 7 Overtime against Blades - April 7, 2026
- Holinka Named WHL Player of the Week - April 6, 2026
- Oil Kings and Blades Play in Decisive Game Seven in Edmonton - April 6, 2026
- Holinka's Double Overtime Winner Sends Oil Kings to Game Seven - April 5, 2026
- Oil Kings Down to Final Strike against Blades in Game 6 - April 5, 2026
- Oil Kings Fall to Blades in Game Five - April 3, 2026
- Oil Kings and Blades Now Involved in Best-Of-Three Series - April 3, 2026
- Holinkas Hat-Trick Helps Oil Kings Tie Series with Blades - April 2, 2026
- Oil Kings Looking to Tie Series with Blades Back Up - April 1, 2026
- Oil Kings Drop First Game in Saskatoon to Blades - April 1, 2026
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- Oil Kings to lose more than a third of their roster coming off first-round playoff ouster - WHL Edmonton Journal (April 10)
- Leafs prospect rankings: Dennis Hildeby's spot in jeopardy? - WHL Edmonton Journal (April 8)
- Edmonton Oil Kings suffer crushing Game 7 OT loss to Saskatoon Blades - WHL Edmonton Sun (April 7)
- Saskatoon Blades win Game 7 OT thriller to oust Edmonton Oil Kings - WHL Saskatoon Star Phoenix (April 7)
- Loss puts Oil Kings in danger of elimination in Round 1 of WHL playoffs - WHL Edmonton Journal (April 4)
- Loss puts Oil Kings in danger of elimination in Round 1 of WHL playoffs - WHL Edmonton Sun (April 4)
- Oil Kings get 'er done Sunday in Edmonton, beating Saskatoon 4-3 in OT - WHL Edmonton Journal (March 30)
- Blades, Oil Kings clash in WHL playoffs for the first time since 1971 - WHL Edmonton Journal (March 27)
- Lukas Sawchyn leads the Edmonton Oil Kings into the WHL playoffs - WHL Edmonton Sun (March 26)
- Edmonton Oilers' Tristan Jarry looks to get back on track in Utah - WHL Edmonton Journal (March 23)
- Oil Kings top tired Wheat Kings 3-1 - WHL Brandon Sun (March 15)
- Oil Kings goalie Snell on a roll as WHL playoffs approach - WHL Edmonton Journal (March 12)
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