The pre-season excitement is palpable for Edmonton Oilers fans as they anticipate seeing their favorite players, including Viktor Arvidsson and Jeff Skinner, on the ice. This period also marks the announcement of professional tryouts (PTOs).

Travis Dermott is joining the Oilers for a PTO, while ex-Oilers forward Kailer Yamamoto has signed a PTO with the Utah Hockey Club, aiming to prove himself during training camp starting September 18th.

Despite a challenging previous season with the Seattle Kraken, Yamamoto brings speed and competitive spirit that could benefit any NHL lineup as he seeks a stable contract.