Ranking the Edmonton Oilers’ Top Six Winger Options for 2025–26

The Edmonton Oilers are entering the 2025–2026 NHL season with a lot of uncertainty and potential on the wings. Who earns a spot in the top six? In this episode of Locked On Oilers, host Nick Zararis ranks Andrew Mangiapane, Ike Howard, Matthew Savoie, Trent Frederic, and David Tomasek based on their chances of sticking alongside Connor McDavid or Leon Draisaitl.Will Andrew Mangiapane rebound and win Knoblauch’s trust? Can Ike Howard step in immediately and produce? Is Matthew Savoie ready for an NHL breakout? What about the wildcard David Tomasek? Nick analyzes their roles, expectations, and what could make or break their season.0:00 Intro: Oilers' top six winger candidates16:32 Matthew Savoie's path to NHL success19:35 Trent Frederick's role and expectations24:42 David Tomasek: European free agent potentialRanking the Edmonton Oilers’ Top Six Winger Options for 2025–26Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedNow, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to Indeed.com/LOCKEDON right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins!FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOOilers?sid=YouTubeLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL #NHL #Oilers #EdmontonOilers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.