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DeBrusk Trade Buzz: Oilers Eyeing Canucks Winger?
5 Jul
Summary
- Oilers pursuing forward group upgrades, DeBrusk remains linked.
- DeBrusk finished last season strong with seven goals in 10 games.
- Salary cap constraints complicate any potential trade deal.
Speculation linking forward Jake DeBrusk to the Edmonton Oilers continues to circulate as Edmonton seeks to enhance its forward group. While discussions have occurred, no concrete advancements beyond initial proposals have been confirmed.
DeBrusk, Vancouver's leading scorer last season, presents an appealing option for Edmonton. He finished the recent campaign with 23 goals and 19 assists, notably scoring seven goals in his final 10 games, including six on the power play. This late-season surge highlights his scoring potential.
However, a trade faces considerable financial hurdles. DeBrusk is under a seven-year contract with a $5.5 million cap hit. Edmonton's existing salary commitments to key players leave limited flexibility, necessitating a salary-cap-conscious transaction.
Reports indicate Edmonton has revisited its interest in DeBrusk. Despite the Canucks' rebuilding phase, DeBrusk remains a valuable asset, and Vancouver is expected to demand significant value in return for the 29-year-old winger. If a deal with Vancouver falters, Edmonton is also reportedly looking at other veteran forwards like Claude Giroux and Vladimir Tarasenko.
