Oilers place David Tomasek on waivers for purpose of contract termintation
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The Edmonton Oilers have placed David Tomášek on waivers with the intention of terminating his contract. The 23-year-old forward has spent the majority of his time in the AHL, playing with the Bakersfield Condors. Tomášek, a native of the Czech Republic, began his professional career in the 2021-2022 season and has shown glimpses of his potential but has struggled to find consistent playtime in the NHL.
This move is part of the Oilers' ongoing effort to streamline their roster amidst a competitive Western Conference landscape. Head coach Jay Woodcroft has indicated that the team is looking to make adjustments to strengthen their lineup. While Tomášek’s tenure with the Oilers has not yielded the desired results, this decision may allow him to pursue opportunities elsewhere.
The organization believes that making such moves now can enable better roster flexibility as they head deeper into the season. With key players like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl spearheading the team's efforts, the Oilers hope to solidify their playoff positioning as the regular season progresses. The ability to move on from certain contracts is seen as crucial in optimizing their chances to compete for the Stanley Cup.
This move is part of the Oilers' ongoing effort to streamline their roster amidst a competitive Western Conference landscape. Head coach Jay Woodcroft has indicated that the team is looking to make adjustments to strengthen their lineup. While Tomášek’s tenure with the Oilers has not yielded the desired results, this decision may allow him to pursue opportunities elsewhere.
The organization believes that making such moves now can enable better roster flexibility as they head deeper into the season. With key players like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl spearheading the team's efforts, the Oilers hope to solidify their playoff positioning as the regular season progresses. The ability to move on from certain contracts is seen as crucial in optimizing their chances to compete for the Stanley Cup.