For the Oilers, this season boils down to winning the Stanley Cup.
McDavid's Cup drought amplifies the urgency. To follow the Golden Knights' blueprint, they must embrace a ruthless mindset. Analyst Allan Mitchell suggests trading Evander Kane if a slow start occurs.
Kane's off-ice troubles complicate matters, but his goal-scoring ability remains an asset. The Oilers are Western Conference favorites amid an open field.
Allan Mitchell of The Athletic lists F Evander Kane as a potential trade piece for the Edmonton Oilers if he and the team struggle out of the gate this upcoming season.