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Ducks Eye Expensive Oilers Defenseman Darnell Nurse
27 Jun
Summary
- Darnell Nurse contract worth $9.25 million annually for four seasons.
- Anaheim Ducks show increased interest in acquiring Nurse.
- Oilers likely need to retain salary to facilitate Nurse trade.

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly looking to move defenseman Darnell Nurse, who has four seasons remaining on a significant contract. Despite being owed $9.25 million per year, Nurse has maintained productivity since the 2018-19 season. The Oilers may need to retain salary on his contract to facilitate a trade.
Interest in Nurse has surfaced, with recent speculation linking the Anaheim Ducks to the veteran defenseman. The Ducks, potentially losing key players on their blue line after the 2025-26 season, could see Nurse as an addition. Acquiring Nurse might be feasible for Anaheim if the Oilers retain salary, given the defenseman's high annual cost.