The Edmonton Oilers have made significant moves in the offseason, re-signing standout defenseman Evan Bouchard to a lucrative four-year, $42 million contract. Known for his powerful shot referred to as the 'Bouch Bomb,' Bouchard's impressive performance, including 18 goals and 64 assists last season, made him a key player as the Oilers reached the Stanley Cup Finals twice. His new contract secures his status as the fourth-highest paid defenseman in the NHL.

Additionally, the Oilers have re-signed winger Kasperi Kapanen for one year at $1.3 million and center Noah Philp for $775,000. With a solid roster building around their star players like Connor McDavid, the Oilers are positioning themselves as strong contenders for the upcoming season.