There is no secret that the Edmonton Oilers have had struggles to produce offence throughout the first month of the 2025-26 National Hockey League season.
Their depth has been slow to start the year and with captain Connor McDavid only just potting his first goal of the season last game against the Ottawa Senators, it is indicative of a larger issue.
It seems that in an effort to light a spark under the team and certain players and of course while navigating the tireless injury bug that is plaguing Edmonton.