The countdown is almost over. We’re about a week away from the start of the 2025–26 NHL season, and for the Edmonton Oilers, the focus is clear: they need new players to step up and make an impact if they want to return to the Stanley Cup Final — and win it this time.
The Oilers have been one of the NHL’s most dangerous teams over the past two years, but cracks in their offensive armor have started to show. With roster turnover, injuries, and declining numbers from some of their stars, the team’s offensive identity is at risk.