Nurse is a pillar on Edmonton's blue line; cap space helps keep him in the mix while pursuing depth pieces to support a Cup run.

Nurse brings defensive stability and leadership, a key cog in Edmonton’s bid to maximize the McDavid-Draisaitl era within a two-year window.

Nurse found the scoresheet for Edmonton with a goal in the loss, signaling his continued role as a veteran pillar and potential source of offense from the back end. His presence anchors the Oilers’ blue line and adds veteran reliability to fantasy lineups.

Nurse is part of Edmonton’s cap-heavy core, with his $9.25M hit influencing McDavid’s potential deal and overall roster construction.

<p>Nurse added the scoring, contributing to Edmonton’s offensive momentum in the win over Winnipeg and showcasing the blueliner’s willingness to join the attack in preseason action.</p><p>The goal highlights his two-way value and potential contribution to the Oilers’ power-play and transition game as depth builds behind the top pairing.</p>