Former Ottawa Senators winger Alex Formenton has signed a one-year, $850,000 contract with the Edmonton Oilers, marking his return to the NHL after a tumultuous period. Known for his speed and penalty-killing skills, Formenton scored 18 goals in his last NHL season but faced controversy due to charges stemming from a Hockey Canada event, from which he was acquitted. The Oilers have a history of giving second chances, having previously hired figures like Stan Bowman and Mike Babcock despite public scrutiny. This signing continues the Oilers’ trend of providing opportunities to players with complicated pasts.
