00:00 – Why the Oilers Should Wait on a Mattias Ekholm Extension | Contract Analysis 2025
03:14 – Why the Edmonton Oilers Must Extend Mattias Ekholm
1. Why the Oilers Should Wait on a Mattias Ekholm Extension | Contract Analysis 2025
Mattias Ekholm has been a stabilizing force for the Edmonton Oilers’ blue line since arriving in 2023—but is now the right time to lock him up long-term?
In this video we break down:
• Ekholm’s age, recent injuries, and declining minutes
• Edmonton’s pending free agents: Connor McDavid, Stuart Skinner, Jake Walman & Vasily Podkolzin
• Cap-space math with a rising salary cap and Bouchard’s looming mega-deal
• Risk vs. reward of signing a 35-year-old defenceman before training camp
• Smart alternatives for GM Stan Bowman if Ekholm’s play drops off in 2025-26
Whether you’re Team Extend or Team Wait-and-See, join the debate and drop your thoughts below!
👍 Like the video if you enjoy deep-dive Oilers content
🔔 Subscribe for weekly NHL analysis and roster breakdowns
🗣️ Comment: Should Edmonton give Ekholm a short-term deal or let him hit free agency?
#LetsGoOilers #NHL #trump
2. Why the Edmonton Oilers Must Extend Mattias Ekholm
In this video, we explore the critical reasons why the Edmonton Oilers should prioritize signing defenceman Mattias Ekholm to an extension. We analyze his performance since joining the team, the impact of injuries, and the potential consequences of letting him walk. With insights into his statistics and the Oilers’ defensive lineup, this video is a must-watch for fans and analysts alike. Join us as we break down the importance of retaining Ekholm for the team’s championship aspirations.
