Why Did The Oilers Sign Alex Formenton? + 97 Speaks - September 9th, 2026 - Hour 1

The Edmonton Oilers make another controversial move, signing forward Alex Formenton to a one-year contract with an AAV of $850,000. Why did the Oilers go down this path again? Where does Formenton fit into the lineup, and does the signing reek of desperation? Formenton brings speed and youth, but his addition comes with plenty of questions. The Captain's Skate is underway in downtown Edmonton, and Connor McDavid speaks with the media about the Formenton signing, new head coach Mike Babcock and getting some extra time off this summer. Plus, in Hernan's World, the boys discuss Sportsnet's new NHL broadcast plans, including 150 regional blackouts being lifted, more than 550 games on the schedule and the return of Elliotte Friedman and Kevin Bieksa. Is Sportsnet finally giving hockey fans what they've been asking for?