In this series, we take a look at each team and see what they’ve done over the offseason. Next up is the Edmonton Oilers.
Key additions: Andrew Mangiapane, Isaac Howard, Curtis Lazar, Riley Stillman
The Oilers have made a couple sneaky additions over the summer with Mangiapane and Howard. Isaac Howard especially is an intriguing pick up. The 2025 Hobey Baker winner in the NCAA could be a top 6 option for McDavid and Draisaitl next year. They also got the Evan Bouchard contract extension done. The big item left on the list whether that happens this summer or next is the Connor McDavid extension, he is now eligible to be resigned.
Key subtractions: Connor Brown, Jeff Skinner, Victor Arvidsson, Corey Perry, Derek Ryan, Drake Caggiula, Sam O’Reilly, John Klingberg, Travis Dermott
The Oilers lost a lot of depth throughout the lineup, but nothing that can’t be replaced. They had to make some sacrifices to save up money for some major big ticket extensions for their major core players.
Highest draft pick: Tommy Lafreniere, 83rd overall
Salary cap space: $225k
Staff: The Oilers staff will look a bit different next season as former assistant Glen Gulutzan was hired by the Stars and they fired their goalie coach. Current head coach Kris Knoblauch took over early on in the 23-24 season and has took the club to consecutive bridesmaid Cup appearances. GM Stan Bowman will be heading into his 2nd year with the team after being reinstated by the NHL last offseason.
Other: The future of Darnell Nurse with the club continues to be murky. The player recently posted a meme on instagram hinting at an Oilers exit in regards to his no trade clause.
All transactions available via puck pedia
