Matt Savoie has been loaned to the AHL's Bakersfield Condors as the Oilers prepare for the upcoming regular season.

Matt Savoie played alongside Mike Hoffman and Lane Pederson during the pre-season matchup. He is vying for a spot on the Oilers' roster as part of his professional tryout, highlighting his pursuit of a place in the competitive NHL environment.

Matt Savoie was acquired by the Edmonton Oilers from the Buffalo Sabres and could be considered a top prospect for the team.

Matt Savoie has described the opportunity to join the Edmonton Oilers as a "young player's dream."

The Sabres moved top prospect Matt Savoie to the Oilers in a bid to improve their roster and end their playoff drought. Despite Savoie's talent, the Sabres felt he was expendable due to other skilled prospects in their system. Savoie's departure opens up opportunities for other prospects to step up in the organization.