Defensive D-men aren’t sexy, but the Oilers are among a few teams targeting one

By Jim Matheson, Special to the Sun

Oilers’ coach Woodcroft confirms Kailer Yamamoto

Mixed messages from Edmonton Oilers’ camp on Thursday, although the first part of this one is plain enough:

NHL trade deadline approaches: Sitting on the fence, Dorion says he won’t move DeBrincat

Pierre Dorion is ready for whatever scenario presents itself.

NHL Star Power Index: Artemi Panarin scoring at absurd pace, Nathan MacKinnon starting to heat up

Sharks defenseman Erik Karlsson also continues to showcase his trade value

Time off energizes surging Canadiens

“If the Canadiens want to make some noise at the trade deadline, they need stretches like this.”

What the Puck: Tanks, but no tanks — Canadiens refuse to roll over

Under head coach Martin St. Louis, the feisty Habs show they’re in no mood to fold their tents for a better shot at the No. 1 draft pick.

PHF semifinal to be held at Mattamy Athletic Centre in Toronto

The league announced that its semifinals will be played by its top four teams in Boston and Toronto, giving the Six a chance to play at home.

Canadiens at Hurricanes, Feb. 16, 2023: Five things you should know

While Montreal has won its last three games, no team in the NHL has been hotter than the Hurricanes over the past three weeks.

The NHL’s best defensemen: Players, coaches, execs vote for the top 10

Where do Cale Makar, Roman Josi and Erik Karlsson land on the list? Here’s what those inside the game think.

Panarin, Zibanejad score twice as Rangers extend streak with 6-4 win over Canucks