If the Oilers Had Drafted Matthew Tkachuk, Not Jesse Puljujärvi
What if the Oilers drafted Matthew Tkachuk in 2016? One pick might have changed Edmonton’s identity, rivalry, and playoff history.
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What if the Edmonton Oilers had drafted Matthew Tkachuk instead of Puljujärvi? Beyond points, it might’ve changed the team’s identity—and their edge.