Oilers Get Reality Check on 45-Point Forward Pursuit

Edmonton's been circling a 45-point forward, but insiders are warning the Oilers to pump the brakes before they get caught in a bidding war they can't win. The Canadiens and Maple Leafs are also sniffing around the same player, and both have assets and cap flexibility that might give them the edge. This is the kind of situation where getting cute in the market can cost you dearly, and the Oilers need to know when to walk away.