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Evan Bouchard’s rising star status is undeniable—he’s now ranked 18th on the Oilers’ Top 100 list, a leap from his original omission. While some fans crave the old-school shutdown defenseman, Bouchard thrives as an offensive catalyst, moving the puck, creating chances, and driving possession. His playoff dominance is legendary: four straight years averaging more points per game than any other defenseman, including setting a postseason assists record in 2024—breaking Paul Coffey’s mark while Coffey was coaching him. Last season, he became the first Oilers defenseman since Coffey in ’86 to score over 90 points. His junior success, top-10 draft pick status, mentorship under Duncan Keith, and trade-acquired partnership with Mattias Ekholm all fueled his ascent. Ekholm calls him the team’s best offensive defenseman—and it’s clear: when Bouchard plays his game, he’s unstoppable.

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