NHL Star Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Faces Uncertainty Over Future with Edmonton Oilers In a shocking turn of events, Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' future with the team is hanging in the balance. The 30-year-old Canadian forward, who has been a cornerstone of the Oilers' lineup for nearly a decade, is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer. Nugent-Hopkins, a key contributor to Edmonton's 2017 Stanley Cup Finals appearance, has been a fan favorite in the city, but with the team's rebuild underway, questions are being raised about whether he will remain a part of the organization. As the NHL playoffs heat up, Nugent-Hopkins' future with the Oilers is a storyline to watch.