“Alec Regula looks pretty good” — Stan Bowman takes another swing on a 6-foot-4 puck-moving defenseman

Stan Bowman’s history of valuing puck-moving defensemen is highlighted by the Oilers’ acquisition of Alec Regula. Experts like Brian Lawton express increased confidence in Edmonton’s defense under Bowman’s influence. While Regula’s role remains uncertain, his skill set aligns with Bowman’s preference for mobile, right-shot defenders, potentially impacting the team’s defensive lineup and trade deadline strategy.