Trade speculation surrounding goaltending always seems to follow the trend Edmonton Oil Companiesand the latest name attached to it is one of the biggest on the market: Jordan Binnington. However, a new report could throw meaningful cold water on these rumors. According to comments shared by Andy Strickland on The Cam and Strick PodcastEdmonton is believed to be on Binnington’s no-trade list — a revelation that immediately complicates what many thought was an obvious potential fit.
The tweet, shared by The Chirp, states that “As far as I know, the Edmonton Oilers are on Jordan Binnington’s do-not-trade list.” If it is correct, the conversation immediately changes again. A goaltending upgrade has been one of the loudest talking points surrounding the Oilers this season, especially with their Cup window firmly open and expectations for the playoffs rising every year. On paper, Binnington checks many of the boxes: championship pedigree, proven mentality and the ability to steal games in high-pressure environments.
But a no-trade clause exists for a reason: control. If Edmonton really is on that list, it means any deal would require Binnington’s personal approval, turning the Oilers from an aggressive pursuer to a waiting party.
Why the Oilers made sense at all
Okay, so from a hockey perspective it always made sense. The St. Louis Blues are turning things around and trying to stay competitive while rebuilding for the future. Binnington, who still has time left on his contract and a solid track record, is clearly one of their most valuable players to trade. At the same time, Edmonton’s star players put a lot of pressure on their goalkeeper in the playoffs. They have clearly been looking for a reliable goalkeeper for years.
That’s why the rumors seemed legitimate when guys like Nick Kypreos started saying the Oilers might be a top candidate. The latest report complicates things a bit, but it doesn’t kill the idea entirely.
Why Kypreos reporting still matters
Finding a good mix of doubt and confidence is essential. Kypreos is known for reporting information from sources, not guessing. It’s hard to imagine him saying Edmonton is a viable option without checking contract terms like no-trade lists. It doesn’t mean the Oilers are endorsed, but it suggests the speech was based on actual buzz around the league, not just what fans want.
Insiders are constantly dealing with changing situations. One source may say there is interest, while another raises a problem. Both things can be true together.
Perhaps the most important context here is that no-trade lists are not stone walls – they are living documents. Players routinely revise them as conditions change. A shift in team direction, competitive time frame, lifestyle preferences or even trust in the front office could lead to reconsideration.
If Edmonton becomes more aggressive, shows a long-term belief in Binnington as their true No. 1, and aligns itself contractually in a way that benefits its future, the Oilers can absolutely be removed from that list. Contenders have a way of changing their minds, especially when the Stanley Cup is realistically in the picture.
Where this now leaves the oil companies behind
This report absolutely throws a spanner in the works of the entire Binnington-Edmonton discussion. The deal is not dead, but there is a big change. Now the Oilers wouldn’t just be talking to the Blues; they would have to convince Binnington too.
This changes things tremendously. It could increase the price, slow things down or even make Edmonton look at other goalies.
Still, the Oilers are really going for it at the deadline when they think they’ve almost won it all. If they think Binnington is the answer, they will try anything, even with his no-trade clause.
Right now the rumor is a bit on hold. It’s not off the table yet, but it’s not happening yet either. As always in the NHL, the truth lies somewhere between what the insiders say, what the players want and what the teams are trying to do.
And since the deadline is still far away, this story is probably not over yet.
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