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Four things you NEED to know

CONDORSTOWN, Calif. – The Bakersfield Condors, owned by the Edmonton Oilers, are set for the American Hockey League (AHL) in 2015-16. Every week in the offseason, the team will give you a “What you need to know” synopsis around the world of hockey. 1. AHL DIVISIONS ANNOUNCED; CONDORS IN 7-TEAM PACIFIC DIVISION As announced by the AHL […]

Oilers sign G Eetu Laurikainen

The Edmonton Oilers announced today, they have agreed to terms with goaltender Eetu Laurikainen on a two-year entry level contract. Laurikainen, 22, appeared in 37 games this season with the Espoo Blues of Finland’s SM-liiga, posting a 17-10-9 record, 2.10 goals against average, .933 save percentage and four shutouts. The 6’0”, 185-pound netminder also spent […]

HOLTY’S BLOG – Rivalries and Birthdays

In my best Jim Gaffigan voice, “I can’t believe I’m writing a blog on my birthday.” Last year’s birthday was spent “up the 99,” so naturally, this birthday is already off to a better start. It’s true, I’m getting old folks. Friend of the blog @KevinBartl hates most things associated with birthdays, including his own. […]

Six things you NEED to know

CONDORSTOWN, Calif. – The Bakersfield Condors, owned by the Edmonton Oilers, are set for the American Hockey League (AHL) in 2015-16. Every week in the offseason, the team will give you a “What you need to know” synopsis around the world of hockey. 1. BARONS ADVANCE; AHL UPDATE The Oklahoma City Barons pulled the only “upset” of […]

Barons force Game 7 on Wednesday

Western Conference Semifinals – Series “K” (best-of-7) 1-Utica Comets vs. 6-Oklahoma City Barons Game 1 – Thu., May 7 – Oklahoma City at Utica, W 2-1 (4OT, 6th longest game in AHL history) Barons lead series, 1-0 Game 2 – Fri., May 8 – Oklahoma City at Utica, L 2-1 (OT), Series tied, 1-1 Game 3 […]