Ken Daneyko shares advice for Oilers’ Evan Bouchard after new contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 12:14 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Evan Bouchard signed a four-year contract with the Edmonton Oilers, which runs through the 2028-29 season, carrying a $10.5 million salary cap hit. Bouchard has faced scrutiny over defensive errors, despite being ranked 10th among defensemen by NHL.com. Former Stanley Cup champion Ken Daneyko suggests Bouchard needs to improve his defensive focus to elevate his game. Oilers general manager Stan Bowman emphasized Bouchard's importance to the team, noting a longer contract was not feasible at this time.
- •Bouchard's contract will last through the 2028-29 season.
- •He has been a key player for the Oilers in past seasons.
- •Daneyko highlighted Bouchard's need to correct defensive mistakes.
- •Bowman called Bouchard's signing critical for the team's future.
- 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — 3x Stanley Cup Champion Has Blunt Message For Oilers’ Evan Bouchard
"The Edmonton Oilers are tied to defenseman Evan Bouchard for the next several seasons, as he agreed to sign a four-year contract that carries through the 2028-29 NHL Season with a $10.5 million salary cap hit.Bouchard has been patrolling Edmonton’s blue line for the past several seasons, and was a key part of helping the […] The post 3x Stanley Cup Champion Has Blunt Message For Oilers’ Evan Bouchard appeared first on HEAVY.
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