Edmonton Oilers Trade Assets To Improve Roster Have Been Revealed By Insider
Today a new report has indicated that the Edmonton Oilers could be open for business when it comes to a trade.
Few Assets Off Limits In Oilers Trade Discussions
Today an NHL insider was able to provide major updates on the Edmonton Oilers' future.
The Oilers are willing to make major moves. Beyond trading McDavid, Draisaitl, or a first-round pick this season the Oilers are listening. Rishaug also indicated the Oilers could be buyers or sellers on the market.
He says that the team is looking for a specific type of player to help stabilize the team on and off the ice.
Insider Provides Potential Options For Oilers Trades
Rishaug also went on to talk about the type of player the Oilers would want to bring in if they were going to be buyers. For those who know the type of player Ken Holland generally enjoys it will not be a surprise.
-Cup experience
-Physicality/Toughness
-Positive locker room presence/energy..
Rishaug had a player in mind with a history in Edmonton that could check every box listed above.
Rishaug ends his thoughts with a prediction on goalie Jack Campbell. He believes we have not seen the end of Campbell in an Oilers uniform.
Finally, if the core players don't find their collective game - and fast - none of this will matter much in the end (end)
With a lot of factors in play including the job security of Ken Holland, a move is not likely imminent. They will likely wait to see if they can bounce back or if they will sell off pieces.
As the weeks go by the heat will continue to be turned up on Holland to do something.
| POLL | ||
24 NOVEMBRE | 165 ANSWERS Edmonton Oilers Trade Assets To Improve Roster Have Been Revealed By Insider Should the Edmonton Oilers try to get back in the playoff race or sell? | ||
| Get Back In | 100 | 60.6 % |
| Sell Off Pieces | 65 | 39.4 % |
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