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The Oilers’ center depth is a work in progress—McDavid and Draisaitl anchor the core, but the rest of the lineup needs careful development. Young talents like Samanski show promise, but NHL success rarely follows a straight line; players like Lander and McLeod proved that minor league time can be crucial. The team’s strategy? Healthy competition—not handouts. Even prospects like Ike Howard must earn top-six roles through camp performance. Adding a veteran center isn’t about blocking youth—it’s about depth, insurance, and readiness for injuries, while still giving young players a real shot to prove themselves.

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