The Edmonton Oilers enter the 2025-26 season with a unique circumstance for a team in their position. He also has done quite well this summer, putting his stamp on the Oilers in his first full summer at the helm. This turnover creates some uncertainty with the lineup and presents some opportunities for growth from players already on the team and coming in. There are multiple players within the organization who face pressure to perform as well as some players who could be afforded good opportunities to have bounce back years. His first year he set career highs in goals, assists and points with 27, 27, and 54, respectively.