The Edmonton Oilers are facing a crucial decision this offseason as two of their top prospects, Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg, are eligible to receive offer sheets from other teams. Offer sheets are a tool used by NHL teams to try and acquire restricted free agents from other teams by making them a contract offer that their current team may not be able to match.

In the case of Holloway and Broberg, both players have shown immense potential and are highly valued by the Oilers organization. Holloway, a forward, was the 14th overall pick in the 2020 NHL Draft and has impressed with his speed, skill, and hockey IQ. Broberg, a defenseman, was the 8th overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft and has shown great promise with his size, skating ability, and defensive prowess.

With the potential for offer sheets looming, the Oilers must have a plan in place to protect their investment in these young players. One option is to sign both players to contract extensions before they become eligible for offer sheets. This would ensure that they remain with the team and give the Oilers more control over their future.

Another option is to match any offer sheets that may come in for Holloway and Broberg. This would require the Oilers to have enough salary cap space available to match the offer, which could be a challenge depending on the terms of the offer sheet.

Ultimately, the Oilers will need to weigh the risks and rewards of each option and make a decision that is in the best interest of the team’s long-term success. Managing offer sheets for Holloway and Broberg will be a key test for the Oilers’ front office this offseason, and their handling of the situation could have a significant impact on the team’s future.