The Edmonton Oilers are making significant roster changes following another disappointing playoff run, particularly with the departure of Evander Kane, which frees up $5.1 million in cap space. This flexibility opens the door for potential acquisitions, including Brock Boeser, a forward from the Vancouver Canucks, who is expected to enter free agency.

Boeser, who had a down year with 50 points in 75 games last season, is reportedly seeking an eight-year contract worth $8 million annually. The Canucks, however, are not willing to meet this asking price, which has led to stalled negotiations. The Oilers, who struggled with scoring depth behind stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, could target Boeser as a viable replacement for Kane, potentially strengthening their top six.