Connor McDavid, Oilers catch a break as NHL shuts down investigation on former teammate after suspicious designation

With the NHL finalizing its investigation into the Edmonton Oilers for a long-term injured reserve (LTIR) designation, Connor McDavid and company can finally turn the page on last season. Now, all efforts can be put into the upcoming campaign, where the goal remains the same in Alberta.

The Oilers won’t stop chasing their first Stanley Cup since 1990. Despite how many times McDavid and company stumble, the fans won’t ever lose hope. Still, there’s only so many times the fanbase will be willing to take heartbreak. The last two NHL seasons will forever sting in Edmonton, but it’s time to move on.

On that note, even the NHL is reportedly letting go of last campaign’s events. The league had launched an investigation into Evander Kane’s designation on LTIR prior to his return for the Stanley