Evan Bouchard is getting close, and Kris Knoblauch is observing a special season for the Edmonton Oilers defense.
This is real now.
Bouchard currently has 86 points with 8 games left to play.
He is 14 points away from reaching 100.
It’s a tough goal.
But it is still possible.
Bouchard is aiming for a rare achievement in Oilers history.
If he achieves this, it will change a lot. No Oilers defense player has reached 100 points since the 1984-85 season.
That’s a long time ago.
And Bouchard is right on the edge. He is already scoring at a pace of one point per game. From the defense position. That alone places him among the top players.
But this success didn’t just start in October.
It has grown over time.
Could Evan Bouchard be the first Oilers defenceman to hit 100 points since 1984-85?
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Since mid-November, Bouchard has been creating offense at an impressive level.
Whether it’s on the power play or during regular play, he’s part of everything. That’s what makes this season stand out. It’s not just a short hot streak. It’s steady.
Right now, his expected total is around 95 points.
That would already put him among the top single seasons for a defenseman. He is currently tied with Cale Makar at 86 points. That’s an important comparison. They are both elite players.
Now, there’s a simple question.
Can he reach that goal? Gaining 14 points in just 8 games means he needs to step it up.
He needs multiple-point games. He has to score on power plays. He requires a lot of game time. And Knoblauch will make sure he gets those chances.
Because this is more than just numbers. It’s about making an impact.
Bouchard has turned into one of the Oilers’ key offensive players from the defense position. This changes how other teams defend against Edmonton.
It creates open space.
It offers more choices. And it adds to an already powerful attack. Even if he doesn’t reach 100 points, this season has been impressive.
But the opportunity is there. And right now, it’s hard to bet against him. Because when a player gets this close, they sometimes find an extra boost.
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