Craig Button floats Evan Bouchard as Norris Trophy favorite

Analyst asks if Oilers are grasping Mike Babcock's system.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 46m1 min read

From @CraigJButton - Should Evan Bouchard be a favourite for the Norris Trophy? Are the Oilers starting to figure out ho Via @TSNHockey on X

What happened: Craig Button questioned whether Evan Bouchard should be considered a favorite for the Norris Trophy. He also asked if the Edmonton Oilers are starting to figure out how Mike Babcock wants them to play.

Why it matters: Bouchard has put together a strong preseason, recently scoring his sixth goal in a 5-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks. The team is implementing new systemic expectations ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

By the numbers: Edmonton holds a 13-6 record this preseason, riding a three-game winning streak while averaging 3.8 goals per game.

What to watch: The Oilers will finalize their roster and system adjustments as the regular season approaches.

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@TSNHockey 2026-10-08T15:21:50.450868+00:00

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