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The Oilers’ rising star, who lit up last season with 18 goals, is poised to make waves in the 2026-27 Pacific Division — but the team’s patience is running thin. A two-way force and elite penalty killer, he’s a perfect fit for Edmonton’s system, yet they’re holding off on big-money deals until they see if his breakout was a fluke or the start of something bigger. If he explodes alongside McDavid — maybe even hitting 30 — his price tag could soar. But the Oilers are playing it smart, avoiding past contract traps while waiting to see if he can sustain his pace. The clock’s ticking — and so is the pressure.

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