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The Edmonton Oilers are heading into the “Big 3” era with Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Evan Bouchard likely commanding over $40 million in cap space combined. On today’s Locked On Oilers, Nick Zararis breaks down what it will take to keep this core intact, build around them, and still remain a Stanley Cup contender over the next three seasons.From long-term cap projections to depth archetypes, defensive needs, and goaltending dilemmas, this is the full roadmap to Edmonton’s competitive future.0:00 Intro: Breaking down Oilers' contract math4:44 Stable cores of Stanley Cup contenders10:55 McDavid and Bouchard contract projections15:30 Challenges of filling out the roster21:43 Finding complementary players for the core27:48 Outro: Subscribe and review the showHow the Edmonton Oilers can afford Connor McDavid, Evan Bouchard and Leon Draisaitl going into the future Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rugiet150,000 men have made the switch →Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONNHLUse code LOCKEDONNHL to get 15% off your order!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.Wonderful PistachiosGet snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more!FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins!FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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