May 8, 2021; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid (97) celebrates his 100th point of the season on a goal by forward Leon Draisaitl (29) against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports
Ken Holland is leading the Edmonton Oilers into an absolutely pivotal offseason this summer. After having to penny-pinch due to the mistakes and bloated contracts of the past regime, he finally has the opportunity to put his stamp on the team. With the core of McDavid, Draisaitl, Nurse, and the recently extended Nuge in place, Holland now faces the task of converting that excess cap space to buffer that core’s supporting cast.