Darnell Holt

Hello, my name is Darnell Holt. I am currently an employee in the finance sector, focusing on agriculture. My background includes holding two degrees from the University of Saskatchewan, a Master of Science in Agriculture Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Business. However, I am a small-town Alberta boy with a love for analytics and a massive fandom for anything sports, especially for my home province Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers

Darnell HoltAugust 12, 2025

Breaking down if Leon Draisaitl’s contract was a bargain for the Edmonton Oilers

Not many words apply to Leon Draisaitl that have not been stated since he signed his extension in September 2024.…
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Edmonton Oilers

Darnell HoltAugust 1, 2025

2024–25 Edmonton Oilers player grade: Brett Kulak

For his Edmonton Oiler career, Brett Kulak has seamlessly stepped into a variety of roles, elevating his game when times…
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Edmonton Oilers

Darnell HoltJuly 22, 2025

Edmonton Oilers candidates for goal regression

Regression can impact hockey players both in positive and negative forms. In hockey, this can affect skaters in several areas,…
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Edmonton Oilers

Darnell HoltJuly 10, 2025

2024–25 Edmonton Oilers Player Grades: Darnell Nurse

Darnell Nurse is the Edmonton Oilers’ poster child of the polarizing player among the fan base. Originally drafted seventh overall…
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Edmonton Oilers

Darnell HoltJuly 3, 2025

Offer sheet targets that the Edmonton Oilers should consider

Currently sitting with a total cap space of $180,000 after trading Viktor Arvidsson, signing Andrew Mangiapane for two years by…
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Edmonton Oilers

Darnell HoltJune 30, 2025

How the Edmonton Oilers can navigate cap compliancy with free agency looming

After a year-long hiatus, I am glad to be back writing for The Oil Rig and diving into the offseason’s…
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Edmonton Oilers

Darnell HoltJuly 31, 2024

Zach Hyman poised to replicate last year’s success with the Edmonton Oilers

Zachary Martin Hyman has been a delightful aberration for the Edmonton Oilers. Signed during the 2021–22 offseason to a seven-year…
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Edmonton Oilers

Darnell HoltJuly 26, 2024

Connor Brown looking to continue to build on a strong postseason run for the Edmonton Oilers

Regular season Connor Brown and postseason Connor Brown were two tales of a season that could only be described as…
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Edmonton Oilers

Darnell HoltJuly 17, 2024

Darnell Nurse: Controversial player review

Darnell Nurse is one of the longest-tenured Edmonton Oilers, but that is not to say it has always been smooth…
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Edmonton Oilers

Darnell HoltJune 21, 2024

Leon Draisaitl struggles: Injured, Barkoved, or still positively contributing

Leon Draisaitl has been one of the top contributors throughout the NHL this season, especially in the opening rounds of…
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