This August, Oilersnation will ask one question about every Edmonton Oilers player projected to be on the 2026-27 roster in preparation for the upcoming season. From Connor McDavid to Mattias Janmark, let’s ask some questions.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ career has flown by, and the longest-tenured Edmonton Oilers player is about to enter his 16th season in the National Hockey League.

Drafted first overall in 2011, the Burnaby product hasn’t produced like a first-overall player is expected to, but he’s still had some productive seasons. Who could forget his 2022-23 season, where he scored a career-best 37 goals and 104 points in 82 games?

He was still a productive player in 2025-26, but at the age of 33, what is the longest-tenured player’s role in 2026-27? That’s what we’ll look to answer in today’s edition of 31 Oilers Questions.

What will Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ role be in 2026-27?

On face value, Nugent-Hopkins had a strong 2025-26 season, scoring 20 goals and 56 points in 72 games. If he were to stay at the same pace and play........

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