Major NHL rule changes are here and the Edmonton Oilers could be the biggest losers. The league has officially banned double salary retention in trades and will now enforce a salary cap during the playoffs, sending shockwaves across the NHL.

Host Nick Zararis breaks down:

•Why the Oilers’ 2025 Stanley Cup window is under pressure

•How the playoff salary cap changes trade deadline strategy

• What the double retention ban means for McDavid, Draisaitl & Edmonton’s roster

3:07 Historical context of playoff salary cap

6:41 Impact on roster management and trades

10:51 No more double salary retention in trades

15:28 NHL's motives behind rule changes

19:32 How new rules affect Oilers' strategy

24:06 Changes to trade deadline scouting process

28:11 Outro: Looking ahead to next season The Oilers have lived at the salary cap ceiling for years — but with new CBA rules, can GM Stan Bowman keep Edmonton competitive?

How NHL’s New CBA Rules Impact the Oilers’ Championship Window | Potential Trade Deadline Fallout

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The Edmonton Oilers’ goaltending situation is under the spotlight as the new NHL season approaches. Can Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard get the job done, or will GM Stan Bowman fulfill Oiler fan dream's?

Host Nick Zararis breaks down the Oilers’ goaltending options—from dream targets like Igor Shesterkin and Andrei Vasilevskiy to realistic replacements who could actually be available. The episode dives into trade rumors, contract realities, and what a new net minder could mean for Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Oilers’ Stanley Cup window.

5:13 Goalies the Oilers absolutely cannot acquire

15:24 Analyzing Jeremy Swayman as potential target

20:32 Exploring more attainable goalie options

25:36 Juuse Saros: A high-risk, high-reward option

30:12 Outro: Thank you to listeners and subscribers

How the Edmonton Oilers could improve their goalie room | Ranking trade candidates

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The Connor McDavid contract drama is heating up and the Edmonton Oilers could be on the verge of a major crisis. With no extension in place, could the NHL’s top superstar actually leave Edmonton? Host Nick Zararis breaks down the high-stakes negotiations, what it means for the Oilers heading into the season, and how McDavid’s uncertain future is affecting team morale, front office strategy, and media pressure. This episode dives into the "doomsday scenario" McDavid walking and what that means for Leon Draisaitl, the fanbase, and the long-term future of the franchise.

5:50 McDavid's leverage and Oilers' efforts

11:27 Implications of no extension before season

17:34 Potential distractions during contract year

23:41 Catastrophic impact if McDavid leaves

28:46 Outro: Hope for long-term McDavid deal

DEFCON 1: Edmonton Oilers Face CRISIS as Connor McDavid Contract Talks lack clarity

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EDMONTON OILERS face goaltending dilemma as dissatisfaction grows around Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard tandem. Host NICK Zararis analyzes the challenges of acquiring goalies via trade and evaluates potential candidates to bolster the OILERS' crease.

The discussion covers the value of elite net minders, the impact of team environment on goalie performance, and whether reducing SKINNER's workload could improve results. Zararis explores how the OILERS' goaltending situation affects their championship aspirations during the prime years of CONNOR MCDAVID and LEON DRAISAITL.

Tune in for an in-depth look at the OILERS' goaltending options and their implications for the team's future. Will Holland make a move, or stick with the current tandem?

0:00 Intro: Oilers' goaltending situation

4:50 Why it's difficult to evaluate goalies

9:29 FanDuel sponsorship and betting offer

11:31 Different approaches to goalie spending

17:36 Potential goalie trade candidates for Oilers

22:42 Balancing goalie investment vs other positions

27:18 Oilers need major goalie upgrade to contend

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The Edmonton Oilers confront a pivotal "all in" decision in their Stanley Cup quest. Can the Oilers sustain championship hopes despite recent roster shifts?

Host Nick Zararis examines the Edmonton Oilers' win-now philosophy, analyzing their competitive standing in the National Hockey League. He explores the Oilers' unique edge with superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, while scrutinizing roster-building hurdles under NHL salary cap limits. The episode weighs the risks of regressing and stresses the importance of maximizing the Edmonton Oilers' championship window with elite talent.

Listen for a comprehensive analysis of the Edmonton Oilers' strategy to balance star power and depth. Will the Oilers' aggressive approach culminate in Stanley Cup success for Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the team?

0:00 Intro: Oilers must maintain all-in mentality

5:18 McDavid and Draisaitl's impact on roster decisions

10:55 Importance of capitalizing on star players' primes

21:37 Analyzing Oilers' current roster construction

26:45 Oilers' win-now mode and future outlook

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It’s often said comparison is the enemy of joy—but for the Edmonton Oilers, comparing them to recent Stanley Cup winners could reveal the truth about their Cup chances.

On today’s Locked On Oilers:

How Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl stack up against superstar cores of past champions

Why Evan Bouchard is key to Edmonton’s blue line puzzle

The depth question: do the Oilers have enough “Colemans and Gourdes” to win?

Goaltending reality check: can Stuart Skinner be good enough in net?

Are the Oilers finally built like a Cup winner—or are key pieces still missing?

0:00 Intro: Comparing Oilers to recent Cup champions

5:09 Historical context of NHL contenders since 2010

10:48 Request for listeners to complete survey

13:25 Two superstar forwards crucial for Cup contention

18:00 Importance of elite defensemen and depth

21:35 Oilers' need for quality depth players

26:42 Goaltending requirements to win the Cup

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Earlier this summer, I was skeptical of the Edmonton Oilers extending forward Trent Frederic. After a deeper dive into his pedigree, underlying numbers, and potential role, my perspective has shifted.

On today’s episode of Locked On Oilers:

Why Frederic’s usage in Boston limited his production

What the stats actually say about his impact

How he could fit alongside Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl in Edmonton

Why GM Stan Bowman believes this deal could pay off

Is there more upside here than we first thought? Let’s break it down.

5:10 Frederick's limited role and ice time in Boston

10:14 Game Time app sponsorship and ticket deals

15:20 Frederic's shot metrics and defensive value

20:05 FanDuel Futures Day for NFL predictions

24:13 Frederic's potential for offensive production

28:49 Conclusion: Frederic could be useful player

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The All Connor McDavid Teammates fantasy roster challenge reaches its final chapter—goaltending. In this episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis builds the ultimate Edmonton Oilers goalie tandem from players who have shared the ice with Connor McDavid, while staying under a strict $71.5 million salary cap and using only one rookie contract (already spent on McDavid).

We break down the best netminders of the McDavid era and land on two standouts:

Cam Talbot (2016-17 season) — A workhorse starter with 73 games played, a .919 save percentage, and second-best goals saved above expected in the NHL.

Stuart Skinner (2022-23 season) — A stellar rookie campaign with 29 wins, .913 save percentage, and top-15 goals saved above expected.

From Talbot’s marathon season to Skinner’s poised rookie year, we discuss their fit in this hypothetical roster, why the Edmonton Oilers have struggled to find consistent goaltending for over 15 years, and what it really takes to win a Stanley Cup with “good enough” netminding.

0:00 Intro: Connor McDavid roster building challenge

4:06 Why drafting goalies every year is crucial

8:41 Cam Talbot as starting goalie for Team McDavid

13:46 Talbot's career journey and workload challenges

18:21 Stuart Skinner as backup goalie choice

22:56 Oilers' goaltending needs and expectations

All Connor McDavid Teammates Edmonton Oilers Team – Goalie Edition | Cam Talbot & Stuart Skinner

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