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Zach Hyman's Legacy and Oilers' Future | NHL News
Zach Hyman’s prime is fading fast — at 34 and with a contract through 2028, the Oilers can’t rely on him forever. His gritty, physical game delivers goals but also wears down his body, leading to injuries and a looming decline. While he still scores (31 goals, 52 points last season), Edmonton’s future hinges on developing young replacements: Savoie’s speed and shot, Podkolzin’s relentless forecheck, Dach’s net-front presence, and Howard’s scoring touch. The plan? A gradual transition — not one superstar swap, but a collective rise of these rising talents to fill Hyman’s void. Listen in…
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