Edmonton Oilers goaltender is now the father of two boys after he and his Chloe welcomed their second child earlier this week.

Shoppers have just under a month to enjoy a Chapters location in south Edmonton, as its Southpoint location is set to close in February.

A convicted sex offender with more than three decades of criminal history is being released from custody prompting police to issue a warning to the public. The man, who has been convicted of child pornography and indecent acts,

2. Edmonton has become a home to big name signings mid-season for free. The Oilers made such a move in 2022, signing Evander Kane when San Jose had had enough of him, with Kane becoming a key Oilers performer, especially in the playoffs.

Evan Bouchard is set to become a restricted free agent after this season, and the expected amount of salary he is expecting from the Oilers has been revealed.

The city wants to sell surplus school sites at below market value in order to build affordable housing. Residents of Wedgewood Heights are worried they'll lose their park. Leah Widynowski heads the Save Wedgewood Community Park group.

Political parties will officially be a part of Edmonton’s 2025 municipal election with the first party confirmed this week, although its roster won’t include a mayoral candidate.

Detroit Red Wings right wing Alex DeBrincat (93), left, celebrate after his goal against Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers (57) and goaltender Kevin Lankinen, second from right, during the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) AP

Connor McDavid scored in his return from a three-game suspension, Mattias Janmark scored for the first time in 38 games, and Mattias Ekholm scored into an empty net.

The improvement in scoring at five-on-five (by far the largest game state) represents a major positive shift for the Oilers in 2024-25. The coaching staff is trying to suppress opposition offence while making certain the elite talent on the Oilers can wheel.

BOTTOM LINE: The Edmonton Oilers are looking to keep a three-game win streak alive when they host the Detroit Red Wings. Edmonton is 32-15-3 overall and 18-8-1 at home. The Oilers have a 17-5-2 record when they commit fewer penalties than their opponent.

In the pursuit of smaller, measured deals, these players could help the Oilers organization now and into the future.