The offseason narrative surrounding the Edmonton Oilers has been the disastrous 2017-18 campaign, and whether they have the pieces to bounce back this season. The simple answer is yes. Anytime you have the best player in the sport, you have a chance.
Outside of Connor McDavid, is the supporting cast adequate enough? After McDavid and Leon Draisitl, there was a significant drop off in point production from the forwards. RNH has the skill set, but injuries have been to common to fully expect a big offensive season.
The decision to put Ryan Nugent-Hopkins on the wing with Mcdavid gives the Oilers the potential for a dynamic duo on the first line, but it also weakens the team down the middle.