Jeff Skinner, NHL and Oilers

Oilers to scratch Jeff Skinner for third straight game
Oilers forward Jeff Skinner appears headed to be made a healthy scratch for a third straight game on Wednesday when Edmonton pays a visit to the Minnesota Wild, Sportsnet’s Mark Spector reported.
Jeff Skinner connected to four NHL teams in trade after multiple healthy scratches
After being healthy scratched for three games this season, NHL insiders are now connecting multiple teams to a trade for Oilers forward Jeff Skinner. The Oilers scratched Skinner in last night's playoff preview game against the Los Angeles Kings,
If The Edmonton Oilers Won't Use Jeff Skinner, Another NHL Team Will: Four Fits
The Edmonton Oilers' Jeff Skinner is once again a healthy scratch. Adam Proteau thinks four other NHL teams could give Skinner a bigger role than what he's getting currently.
Oilers’ Jeff Skinner faces challenge of adapting to unfamiliar role
It has become uncomfortable, this whole Jeff Skinner thing here in Edmonton. He’s being asked to make a mid-season adjustment to a role that, frankly, he may not be equipped to execute.
Insider reveals Oilers reasons for scratching Jeff Skinner in two straight games
The Oilers are playing an important playoff preview game against the Los Angeles Kings tonight, and will be without two players who likely won't make Edmonton's playoff lineup: Jeff Skinner and Derek Ryan.
Oilers vs Kings + Thoughts on Jeff Skinner
Tonight is another key Pacific Division matchup with the Edmonton Oilers taking on the LA Kings. The Oilers sit 2 points up on the Kings for 2nd in the division but LA has two games in hand. A regulation win tonight for the Oilers helps to widen the gap between two teams that once again seem destined for a first round matchup.
Jeff Skinner makes his feelings known after being healthy scratched by Edmonton Oilers
Jeff Skinner is having a tough season with the Edmonton Oilers. His performance has not lived up to expectations for a former 40-goal scorer.
Oilers' Jeff Skinner: Finds twine in win
Skinner scored a goal on two shots in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Kraken. Skinner scored at the 5:18 mark of the first period to give the Oilers a 2-0 lead and snapped his seven-game goal drought. The 32-year-old winger has been on the fourth line recently,
Oilers’ Jeff Skinner to be scratched Saturday versus Blackhawks
Edmonton Oilers forward Jeff Skinner will be designated as a healthy scratch Saturday versus the Chicago Blackhawks, head coach Kris Knoblauch confirmed to team reporter Tony Brar.
Opportunity Cost as Jeff Skinner Scratched Again Stinging Oilers
A healthy scratch again, Jeff Skinner‘s signing with the Edmonton Oilers is starting to be questioned as one of the worst of the season. The veteran forward, brought in this offseason on a “can’t miss” contract,
Screen Shots: Oilers' Jeff Skinner Experiment, Blackhawks' Frustration And 'Expert' Predictions
Adam Proteau writes on the souring Jeff Skinner experiment with the Oilers, the Blackhawks' Winter Classic letdown and Nazem ...
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Jeff Skinner's No Movement Clause: A Potential Deadline Dilemma for the Edmonton Oilers
Jeff Skinner's No Movement Clause gives him control over his future, creating a potential trade deadline challenge for the ...
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What's going on with struggling Edmonton Oilers winger Jeff Skinner?
When Ralph Krueger was the Buffalo Sabres’ head coach four years ago, the ex-Edmonton Oilers’ bench boss scratched his $9 million winger Jeff Skinner four straight games, steadfastly saying he ...
Oilers player who must be traded soon
The Oilers signed Jeff Skinner in NHL Free Agency to bolster their offense, but they should trade him at the deadline.
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Oilers' Coaching Staff Opt for 7 Defensemen, Scratch Jeff Skinner in Favor of Josh Brown
Oilers opt for 7 defensemen, scratching Jeff Skinner for Josh Brown. Aiming for defense but risking offensive depth.