"We want more short summers, but this one might have come at the right time." Leon Draisaitl & his #Oilers teammate Via @EdmontonOilers on X

What happened: The Edmonton Oilers used the break to rest and recalibrate before increasing preparations for the upcoming 2026-27 regular season.

Why it matters: Draisaitl still wants shorter summers, underscoring that deeper playoff runs remain the goal.

What to watch: Watch how Edmonton translates that offseason preparation into its regular-season start.

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