Huge Trade Scenario Surfaces Between The Bruins And Oilers
As the 2023-24 season kicked off, the Edmonton Oilers were touted as Stanley Cup favorites.
Fast forward to the midpoint, and they hold a 19-15-1 record, placing them 21st in league standings, just a point shy of the last Wild Card playoff spot.
Amidst speculations of pursuing Jake Guentzel from the Pittsburgh Penguins, doubts arise given Guentzel's contract situation. Another trade scenario surfaces, potentially addressing the Oilers' goaltending struggles. With Montreal Canadiens and Detroit Red Wings as options, rumors connect the Oilers to Jordan Binnington and Carter Hart, though logistical challenges abound.
Enter a proposal from Hooked On Hockey Magazine: Send Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and a second-round pick to the Boston Bruins for Linus Ullmark. Ullmark, previously sought by the Oilers, presents a goaltending solution. The question looms: Is this the winning formula for Edmonton's playoff ambitions and the coveted Stanley Cup for McDavid and Draisaitl?
However, Ullmark's no-trade list adds complexity, potentially limiting this dream scenario. Oilers fans, brace yourselves; this may stay a suggestion and dream for now. The saga continues.
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| Yes | 777 | 37.3 % |
| No | 1308 | 62.7 % |
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