Bowman's Edmonton gamble: When a major trade becomes a problem

Stan Bowman made a significant trade to bolster the Edmonton Oilers, but early warning signs suggest the deal might not age well. The Edmonton Journal's investigation into the trade reveals cracks in the logic that could haunt the Oilers' cap situation and roster construction for years to come. When a GM's marquee move starts generating smoke signals this quickly, it's worth asking whether Bowman's boldness might cost the Oilers their championship window with McDavid.