Is there a shakeup the Edmonton Oilers can pull off?
Allan Mitchell from The Athletic: Mitchell writes about the Edmonton Oilers’ woes since their loss to the Colorado Avalanche just over a week ago. Now the Oilers have turned things around, but the question mark still remains between the pipes.
However, as Mitchell points out, it’s difficult for Oilers GM Stan Bowman to make a major shake-up to get things going since so many players have some trade protection and even the player who doesn’t, Evan Bouchardis not moved.
And for those who are looking Her in Saros How does Edmonton go about solving the Oilers goalie issues that will free up space to fit Saros’ $7.74 million AAV on the roster? Do they want to sacrifice more depth? As Mitchell notes, the Oilers could try to find their version of that Spencer Knightbut Knight was a highly touted prospect. Not to mention the options are out there, not the pedigree that Knight has.
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NHL Rumors.com Note: The Edmonton Oil Companies to have Connor Ingram in their system, but he is currently struggling in the AHL. Edmonton has seen the return of Zach Hymanwhat helped their setup; however, they still need to play better defense for their goaltenders. Their depth has diminished in recent years, and more losses could set the team back further, especially in a trade for someone like Saros. Plus, trading for a goalie is risky, as we saw in Detroit. Red Wings GM is 0-for-3 so far.
What will the Philadelphia Flyers do with it? Trevor Zegras?
Kevin Kurz of The Athletic: Kurz writes that Trevor Zegras is a great fit for the Philadelphia Flyers and came over in a trade with the Anaheim Ducks this summer. He fits in well Rik Tocchet’s system. In 18 games with the Flyers this season, Zegras has 19 points (six goals and 13 assists).
With this hot start, contract extension talks have heated up for Zegras, a pending restricted free agent in the final year of the three-year deal he signed before the trade with the Anaheim Ducks. there is nothing close or threatening between the two sides yet. But as Kurz writes, things can change in an instant.
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It will be interesting to see what the Flyers do as there has been hesitancy to sign players early. Zegras will receive a pay increase from his current rate. While the market values him on a long-term contract at $6.5 million AAV, with a rising salary cap, Zegras is valued at $7.8 million AAV on a long-term contract. But nothing is close; at some point the two sides will have to sit down and discuss the next step.
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