The Edmonton Oilers are taking center stage in The Hockey News' off-season rankings series. Coming off a disappointing 2022-23 campaign, the Oilers are looking to rebuild and bounce back from a season that saw them miss the playoffs for the first time in several years. As the team continues to navigate the aftermath of Connor McDavid's historic contract extension, general manager Ken Holland will face a crucial off-season in deciding how to balance the roster around their star captain. With the NHL's salary cap and a crowded free agent market looming, the Oilers' off-season will be watched closely by fans and analysts alike as they aim to return to playoff contention.
TheHockeyNews.com's series ranking the off-seasons of each NHL team continues with team No. 20, the Edmonton Oilers.
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