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"Not the Most Fun to Play Against": Oilers GM Reveals Reason Behind Signing $7.2 Million Forward Andrew Mangiapane
- In early July 2025, the Edmonton Oilers acquired 29-year-old forward Andrew Mangiapane by signing him to a contract spanning two years with a total value of $7.2 million following his entry into free agency.
- Mangiapane became available after spending the previous season with the Washington Capitals, following a seven-year tenure with the Calgary Flames where he had a standout 35-goal season in 2021-22.
- Oilers GM Stan Bowman praised Mangiapane’s versatility to play either wing and potentially line up with Connor McDavid or Leon Draisaitl while also highlighting his strong penalty-killing ability and competitive style that frustrates opponents.
- Mangiapane explained that his success comes from being disruptive and persistent on the ice, constantly challenging opponents and making it difficult for them to play comfortably. He also expressed enthusiasm about returning to Alberta and competing in a variety of game situations.
- The Oilers expect Mangiapane to compete for a top-six role this season with significant ice time, though pressure to deliver offensively remains given recent team needs in that group.
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Edmonton Oilers free-agent signing Andrew Mangiapane looks to fill top-six spot
It used to be that the twain never met in the hated Battle of Alberta, where the motto was Once an Oiler, Always an Oiler and Go Flames Go, but now it’s pretty routine that players wear both jerseys at some time in their career.
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