The Edmonton Oilers are set to change the face of the team this summer

Bowman showed how the rise in the salary cap which is projected to hit $97 million next season and potentially $113.5 million by 2027 will significantly impact contract negotiations, buyouts, and trade structures.

Bowman highlighted how the rise in the salary cap-projected to hit $97 million next season and potentially $113.5 million by 2027-will significantly impact contract negotiations, buyouts, and trade structures. With more financial flexibility, cap-strapped teams will have room to maneuver, while big-market teams could build star-studded rosters.

Bowman humorously noted that agents would be eager to secure higher salaries for their clients, reflecting how player contracts are expected to rise alongside the cap. This marks a stark contrast to the flat cap era post-COVID, where teams had little room for roster improvements.

For the Edmonton Oilers, this increase is a game-changer. With stars like Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard needing new contracts in the coming years, a rising cap makes it easier for the franchise to keep its core intact. Some fans have even speculated that a free-agent splash, such as targeting Mikko Rantanen, could be feasible under the new cap structure.

However, not all teams are thrilled. Smaller-market franchises worry about meeting the rising cap floor, which could exceed $80 million. Some owners may be reluctant to spend at such high levels, potentially widening the gap between top-spending teams and those with tighter budgets.

As the league transitions into this new financial landscape, super teams could become a reality, with wealthy owners willing to spend aggressively. The NHL's economic evolution is set to bring both excitement and challenges, with fans eager to see how teams adjust to the newfound flexibility.

With more financial flexibility, the teams with no place on the salary cap will have room to maneuver and Bowman humorously noted that agents would be eager to secure higher salaries for their clients and is reflecting how player contracts are expected to rise alongside the cap.

This marks a big contrast to the flat cap era post-COVID where teams had little room for roster improvements.

For the Edmonton Oilers, this increase is a game-changer since stars like Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard need new contracts in the coming years and a rising cap makes it easier for the franchise to keep its core intact.

Some fans have even speculated that the free-agent will make more than the last years and that will make player like Mikko Rantanen, a target for the Edmonton Oilers.

However, not all teams are thrilled since smaller-market franchises worry about meeting the rising cap floor which could exceed $80 million next year.

Some owners may not want to spend at such high levels and potentially widening the gap between top-spending teams and those with tighter budgets.

The NHL's economic evolution is set to bring both excitement and challenges, with fans happy to see how teams adjust to the new flexibility that offers the salary cap.