All posts tagged "Evan Bouchard"

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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 days ago

  The Oilers’ Real Issue Was Never McDavid or Draisaitl

  The stars delivered as usual, but the Oilers’ season hinged on depth, defence, and a late reset that finally steadied the...

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 days ago

  3 Oilers Land in Top 10 of TSN’s Player Rankings for 2025-26

  Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl weren’t the only Oilers to land in TSN’s top 10 players of 2025–26.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 2 weeks ago

  Evan Bouchard Joins Elite Company, Strengthens Case for Norris Trophy Recognition

  Evan Bouchard becomes the first Oilers defenseman since Paul Coffey to hit 90 points. Here’s why he deserves Norris Trophy consideration.

  By Vivek Kalia
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  Columbus Blue Jackets

  / 2 weeks ago

  Analyst Has Unique Potential Reasoning for Werenski Over Bouchard for Norris

  One analyst may lean on an unusual factor in his Norris Trophy vote.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Colorado Avalanche

  / 2 weeks ago

  Former NHLer Still Not Buying Evan Bouchard as a Top Defenseman in the League

  Is Evan Bouchard a top-three all-around defenseman in the NHL?

  By Jackson Weber
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 3 weeks ago

  Former Coach: Evan Bouchard Has Lifted McDavid and Draisaitl’s Game

  Has Evan Bouchard made Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl better players?

  By Jackson Weber
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  Anaheim Ducks

  / 3 weeks ago

  2 Positives and 2 Negatives & Oilers Beat the Ducks

  Oilers grind out a 4-2 win over the Ducks: McDavid shines, depth steps up, but defensive lapses remind Edmonton they’re not...

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 3 weeks ago

  NHL Trade Talk Recap: Matthews to Utah? Crosby Hurt, and Bouchard for Norris

  A dark horse team for Auston Matthews, Crosby injury news, and Bouchard's Norris Trophy candidacy take over the NHL news cycle...

  By Ethan Braund
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 weeks ago

  Evan Bouchard: Finally Getting the Norris Trophy Love He Deserves

  People who continue to see Evan Bouchard as a defensive liability don't value him against the best d-men in NHL. He's...

  By Jim Parsons
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 weeks ago

  Bouchard’s OT Winner Might Be a Warning Shot for Vegas

  Bouchard’s OT winner felt like more than a goal—it may have been a preview of a wild Oilers vs Golden Knights...

  By Old Prof
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  Colorado Avalanche

  / 4 weeks ago

  Evan Bouchard for Norris? Analyst Pushes Back on His Critics

  Overblown criticism of Evan Bouchard’s defense and turnover problems shouldn’t diminish his Norris Trophy bid.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 1 month ago

  Are the Oilers As Dangerous as They Want to Be?

  The Oilers sit second in the Pacific, but can they play defence when it counts? Tonight’s game in Dallas could be...

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 1 month ago

  Not Top-Five? Evan Bouchard Overlooked in Best Defenseman Talks

  Has Evan Bouchard worked his way into the NHL’s top-five defenseman discussion?

  By Jackson Weber
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 2 months ago

  Oilers Columnist Floats Shocking Evan Bouchard Trade Theory

  One columnist offered a shocking take on what the Edmonton Oilers should do with Evan Bouchard.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Colorado Avalanche

  / 2 months ago

  Leon Draisaitl Heaps Praise on Evan Bouchard, Makes Big Comparisons

  Leon Draisaitl gave Evan Bouchard the highest of praise following Tuesday’s win over Ottawa.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 2 months ago

  Undervaluing What Bouchard Means to the Oilers

  Critics question his defence. The data says Bouchard is tilting the ice in Edmonton’s favour.

  By Old Prof
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  Chicago Blackhawks

  / 2 months ago

  Interesting Names: Insider Offers Early Prediction for 2030 Team Canada Roster

  An insider has started the fun with an early 2030 Winter Olympic roster projection for Team Canada.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Colorado Avalanche

  / 2 months ago

  One Makar Play Should Change the Narrative on Evan Bouchard

  Given that Cale Makar is taking heat over one bad play in the gold medal game, should Evan Bouchard get cut...

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 3 months ago

  Kris Knoblauch Pushes Back on Criticism of Evan Bouchard’s Defense

  HC Kris Knoblauch has come to the defense of Evan Bouchard for his play on Brock Faber's goal.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 3 months ago

  TSN Scout: Team Canada Should Swap “Safe” Defenseman for Evan Bouchard

  Team Canada’s Olympic roster is officially set, and while the lineup is loaded with talent, one omission continues to spark debate...

  By Vivek Kalia