With the Oilers entering the 2017-18 campaign with little depth on the right wing, some believe that Strome should take on the role of a top-six winger. However, with his skill-set, comfort level and development, it may be wise to keep him at centre. In addition, he shouldn’t start off on the top-six right away.
First off, thinking of the Oilers depth chart, it would be wise to start him off as a third line centre.
While Leon Draisaitl definitely has what it takes to carry his own line, he has worked wonders on the wing with Connor McDavid.