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Leon Draisaitl Eyes Stanley Cup Glory After Record Contract

Following a challenging season finale and a summer of personal milestones, Draisaitl is ready to lead the Edmonton Oilers in pursuit of the NHL title.

  • Leon Draisaitl is determined to win the Stanley Cup with the Edmonton Oilers after a narrow loss in last season's final against the Florida Panthers.
  • The Oilers staged a dramatic comeback in the finals, winning three consecutive games before losing the decisive seventh match.
  • Draisaitl signed a record-breaking contract extension, making him the highest-paid player in the NHL starting in the 2025-2026 season.
  • The star forward is adapting to new teammates, including Jeff Skinner and Viktor Arvidsson, as the Oilers undergo a team transformation.
  • Draisaitl's personal life also saw significant changes, with his engagement to actress Celeste Desjardins over the summer.
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