As dominant as Leon Draisaitl looked during the Edmonton Oilers rookie camp, his performance during the big club's exhibition games was always going to be the sole determining factor as to whether or not he would start the 2015-16 season in the Alberta capital. In order for him to make the cut, the 19-year old was going to need to send a very clear message to Todd McLellan and his coaching staff that he was ready to contribute at this level.
