(assuming no Ekblad) I think the Oilers really have no choice...
Reinhart is too similar to RNH in size and in style. Yes Reinhart is a more complete player, but they are still too similar.
Bennett has more grit and feistiness - and lord knows, the Oilers need that - but size is a huge issue for them down the middle. Especially with the rest of the Pacific being full of large, dominant #1 Cs.
In the end, the difference between Reinhart, Bennett and Draisaitl is very marginal. As a result, I see them sticking with their need for size, as well as NHL-readiness (which I personally think is the stupidest reason ever for choosing one player over another).
The Edmonton Oilers are proud to select: Leon Draisaitl
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