Alex Formenton Rejoins Former Senators Head Coach D.J. Smith In Edmonton

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Smith In EdmontonSteve WarneWed, September 9, 2026 at 7:19 PM UTC·4 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesEdmonton Oilers Sign Alex Formenton To One-Year ContractAlex Formenton is making his return to the NHL after spending the past three seasons in Switzerland, joining the Edmonton Oilers on a one-year contract.The Hockey NewsAlex Formenton Opens Up on Oilers Opportunity as GM Explains Signing DecisionSpeedy forward Alex Formenton joins Edmonton following a crucial Hockey Canada reinstatement, as GM Stan Bowman defends the controversial signing aimed at boosting the team’s veteran depth.The Hockey News - Edmonton OilersAlex Formenton signs with Oilers, the third acquitted Hockey Canada player back in the NHLAlex Formenton is the third player acquitted in the Hockey Canada sexual assault case to receive an NHL contract since the trial ended in July 2025, joining with the Edmonton Oilers. Formenton signed with Edmonton for the league-minimum $850,000 for this season. The 26-year-old joins fellow forward Dillon Dube with St. Louis and goaltender Carter Hart in Vegas after they signed their respective deals in July and October.Associated PressAdvertisementAdvertisementOilers shock NHL with controversial Alex Formenton signing!The move comes after much speculation and is already generating a strong reaction from Edmonton fans.HockeyFeedOilers Announce the Signing of Controversial Four-Year NHLerThe Edmonton Oilers have had a busy off-season, and after ending the 2025/26 campaign on a very sour note, this was a fanbase calling for plenty of change, with the front office seemingly happy to oblige.Those changes this summer include a new goaltender in Frederik Andersen, a trade of Darnell Nurse and even a coaching […] The post Oilers Announce the Signing of Controversial Four-Year NHLer appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYOilers Urged to Target Dallas Stars Forward to Fix Key IssueThe Edmonton Oilers are being urged to target a trade for a Dallas Stars forward to help boost a key area of need. The post Oilers Urged to Target Dallas Stars Forward to Fix Key Issue appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYSidney Crosby Reveals Thoughts on New Oilers Coach Mike BabcockThe Edmonton Oilers had some massive decisions to make coming into the 2026/27 season, and after crashing out in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the team knew they needed to make some moves to take a leap back into Stanley Cup contention.The biggest decision of all for the Oilers was their Head […] The post Sidney Crosby Reveals Thoughts on New Oilers Coach Mike Babcock appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYSidney Crosby sparks controversy with surprising take on Mike BabcockThe Penguins captain's surprising assessment comes as Edmonton faces fierce backlash over its decision to hire the veteran coach.HockeyFeedAfter Alfredsson's Exit, Senators Decide On Their New Power Play CoachAfter the Senators' power play finished eighth in the NHL last season, Ben Sexton will be the man in charge of the unit this year.The Hockey News - Ottawa SenatorsThomas Chabot Fires Back at Brady Tkachuk's Decision to Leave OttawaChabot admits he wasn't happy when Tkachuk requested a trade and makes his feelings crystal clear.HockeyFeedSerious accusations against the Maple Leafs over 2026 Draft pick after front-office shakeupA WHL GM is publicly calling out Toronto after claiming the Leafs changed their plans following a major front-office overhaul.HockeyFeedSenators Hoping New Addition Can Fill the Brady Tkachuk VoidThe Ottawa Senators are one of many NHL teams that had a more complicated offseason than expected in this new era of star players dictating their destination of choice. Former captain Brady Tkachuk joins his brother Matthew with the Florida Panthers after requesting a trade from the organization. General manager Steve Staios has been aggressive […] The post Senators Hoping New Addition Can Fill the Brady Tkachuk Void appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYSenators’ Tim Stutzle Fires Right Back At Brad MarchandAfter the Ottawa Senators traded captain Brady Tkachuk to the divisional rival Florida Panthers, it meant that Ottawa suddenly had a void not only in leadership, but in their top-six forward units.Tkachuk, whom the Senators took in the 2018 NHL Draft, had been with the club for his entire career and had served as captain […] The post Senators’ Tim Stutzle Fires Right Back At Brad Marchand appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYAlex DeBrincat Sends Clear Message About Detroit FutureAlex DeBrincat says he wants to remain with the Detroit Red Wings as he enters the final season of his contract amid front-office uncertainty.Detroit Sports NationSimon Edvinsson Makes Decision With Red Wings Contract UnresolvedSimon Edvinsson plans to attend Red Wings training camp without a new contract as Detroit's ongoing GM search continues to delay negotiations.Detroit Sports NationSimon Edvinsson intends to report to Red Wings training camp: reportOne of the bigger question marks entering Detroit Red Wings training camp is seemingly answered − for now, at least.Detroit Free PressBatherson On Contract Talks In Ottawa: 'It's The Place I Want To Spend The Rest Of My Career'As the club's annual golf tournament at Rideau View Golf Club in Manotick on Tuesday, the Senators star winger said it would be nice to get a deal done before the season begins.The Hockey News - Ottawa SenatorsSenators Stars React To Brad Marchand's Social Media Dig At Tim StutzleDrake Batherson and Tim Stützle both laughed off Brad Marchand's viral social media taunts last week.The Hockey News - Ottawa SenatorsBrady Tkachuk Is Ready For New Chapter With Panthers And Return To Ottawa: 'It wasn't an easy decision'Florida Panthers forward Brady Tkachuk and a few of his former Ottawa Senators teammates spoke at the NHL-NHLPA North American Player Media Tour to discuss their whirlwind off-season.The Hockey NewsSenators news: Thomas Chabot pulls no punches on Brady Tkachuk's decision to leaveIn late June, the Ottawa Senators traded captain Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers in exchange for three first-round draft picks and one second-round pick. Senators fans won’t have to wait long to see Tkachuk for the first time this season, as he and the Panthers will visit Canadian Tire Centre on Oct. 21. There will undoubtedly be a rowdy […] The post Senators news: Thomas Chabot pulls no punches on Brady Tkachuk's decision to leave appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPoints