Rumor: Rumors & Proposals Thread | With Klingberg in the Mix Who Are Our 7D After the Deadline?

[Whoshattenkirkshoes]

We have an old slow forward core that really lacks scoring outside of Mcdrai.

With Klingberg taking the #4 spot I don't know why we keep talking about adding defence. (we just need a number 7 LHD)

 

[Jimmi McJenkins]

Dobson and bouchard rfa in the same year would be terrible though

Yeah that is tough, I think, and I've said this before, if the Oilers end up with Byram or Dobson after the deadline, you ride them out the season and then trade them for a significant haul at the draft.

 

[jukon]

My order of priority for the trade Deadline.

1) 1B goaltender - this is an absolute must. Someone who is hungry to steal games from Stu. Let's find our Ayden Hill.

2) Depth defender - someone who is a solid #5. It's not crucial now, but it's necessary for a long playoff run. If We have an injury in the top 4, or Klingberg doesn't cut it - Kulak can move up, and this player can confidently play with Emberson. an LD makes the most sense.

3) Physical bottom six forward - Someone who adds some jam for the playoffs, preferably with a scoring touch to their game.

4) Top 6 scoring forward - Technically, I think this is our 2nd biggest need, but I think the cost for the type of player we need here could amount to the same as acquiring all three above. Let's pray we can keep Skinner moving in the right direction and that Kane returns with a scoring touch.

Let's find our Logan Thompson.

 

[JarvisFunk]

I don't think Carson Soucy is even an uprgrade on Emberson

 

[soothsayer]

We have an old slow forward core that really lacks scoring outside of Mcdrai.

With Klingberg taking the #4 spot I don't know why we keep talking about adding defence. (we just need a number 7 LHD)

Because Klingberg being put on the second pairing doesn't mean he's a legitimate second pairing defenseman on a cup contender. In fact, I would say the best you can expect for him is to be a third pairing defenseman. If he works out better than that, then great. But right now, they don't have a real 2nd pairing RD. And they need to build the best D group possible because, and not to beat a dead horse, Skinner is a .902 goalie, and there is very little chance they get back to the final and win with a .902 sv%. They need an elite defense to overcome that.

Also, the Oilers need to look at bringing in a legitimate 2/3/4 because if one of their big 3 goes down (Ekholm, Bouchard, or Nurse), or even Kulak, they could be in trouble. On paper, the D looks thin. They have strong team defense, but right now they are also an injury away from Troy Stetcher playing 2nd pairing minutes in the playoffs.

 

[CanadasTeam99]

I think I seen today that Edmonton was the #1 revenue team in 2024 in the NHL

 

[FlameChampion]

It’s Friday. What big trade is happening?

I don't think we have what NYI is looking for with respect to Dobson, but maybe a 3-way trade.

Hes the RD type I would target. I’d ship combinations of future first, Savioie, Akey etc for him if it was similar cost (bit higher is fine) to that of Ekholm

 

[brentashton]

Dobson and bouchard rfa in the same year would be terrible though

There are other more pressing things to worry about… this sits a lot lower on the worry totem pole.

 

[oXo Cube]

There are other more pressing things to worry about… this sits a lot lower on the worry totem pole.

This one is right up there with "The Oilers will have the worst prospect pool in the NHL if they trade more prospects!!!1"

Who gives a shit

 

[VeteranPresence]

It’s Friday. What big trade is happening?



Hes the RD type I would target. I’d ship combinations of future first, Savioie, Akey etc for him if it was similar cost (bit higher is fine) to that of Ekholm

Dobson would be a terrific get. Lou loves his grinder/mucker types (see him wanting to extend Nelson over keeping a stud young D) so I'd offer 1st + O'Reilly + to make it happen. Would instantly button up the right side for years to come.

 

[NeverForget06]

This one is right up there with "The Oilers will have the worst prospect pool in the NHL if they trade more prospects!!!1"

Who gives a shit

Yup!

I'll happily endure decade of darkness 2.0 to watch McDrai win a cup or two. You'd have to be insane to think otherwise.

 

[Jarvi]

It’s Friday. What big trade is happening?



Hes the RD type I would target. I’d ship combinations of future first, Savioie, Akey etc for him if it was similar cost (bit higher is fine) to that of Ekholm

I think he costs significantly more than Ekholm. Way younger, 70pt season under his belt, and while he doesn't have term, he is an RFA so you are still guaranteed to atleast get some picks if he leaves.

Ek was what, 1st+Schaefer? Give or take as there was also some lower picks and Barrie. I think you can add basically a 1st+2nd to that. I still do it though.

 

[McShogun99]

Yup!

I'll happily endure decade of darkness 2.0 to watch McDrai win a cup or two. You'd have to be insane to think otherwise.

We probably don't have to worry about that for another 8 years. Management just needs to hit on those late picks to help support the team until then.

 

[Whoshattenkirkshoes]

Because Klingberg being put on the second pairing doesn't mean he's a legitimate second pairing defenseman on a cup contender. In fact, I would say the best you can expect for him is to be a third pairing defenseman. If he works out better than that, then great. But right now, they don't have a real 2nd pairing RD. And they need to build the best D group possible because, and not to beat a dead horse, Skinner is a .902 goalie, and there is very little chance they get back to the final and win with a .902 sv%. They need an elite defense to overcome that.

Also, the Oilers need to look at bringing in a legitimate 2/3/4 because if one of their big 3 goes down (Ekholm, Bouchard, or Nurse), or even Kulak, they could be in trouble. On paper, the D looks thin. They have strong team defense, but right now they are also an injury away from Troy Stetcher playing 2nd pairing minutes in the playoffs.

Yup the D is thin, we need a depth #7.
If we bring in a top 4 Klingberg or Emberson doesn't play. Is this really likely?

 

[VeteranPresence]

I think he costs significantly more than Ekholm. Way younger, 70pt season under his belt, and while he doesn't have term, he is an RFA so you are still guaranteed to atleast get some picks if he leaves.

Ek was what, 1st+Schaefer? Give or take as there was also some lower picks and Barrie. I think you can add basically a 1st+2nd to that. I still do it though.

2026 1st (better draft allegedly) + 2027 3rd + Sam O'Reilly + Max Wanner + Klingberg (for cap).

Nurse-Dobson has the potential to be a very strong unit. Kulak-Emberson full time would then be one of the best third pairs in the league.

 

[McTonyBrar]

Kypreos wrote an interesting article about Rantanen and about how he may be traded by the deadline if they don't resign him. Maybe that Stauffer thing has legs

 

[soothsayer]

Yup the D is thin, we need a depth #7.
If we bring in a top 4 Klingberg or Emberson doesn't play. Is this really likely?

I mean, just looking at the rumours in the last few pages, who wouldn't trade a package including Emberson for Pulock or Dobson? If the Oilers are bringing in a 2/3/4, there's a good chance Emberson is going the other way.

 

[MuzzaFuzza]

Lebrun’s new article interviewing Bowman will surely have some people upset, he seems to be VERY content with running our back end as is, including Skinner/Pickard… can’t say I agree but they better be planning a big move up front then. Even that seems to be contingent on where Nuge plays..

 

[SupremeTeam16]

I think trading for another top 6 fwd would yield the same kind of results all the other ones have. Skinner, Arvidsson, Henrique have all scored at top 6 levels basically their entire careers including last year. They didn’t all just forget how to score in the same year, on the opposite end, Holloway just didn’t learn how to score this year as soon as he left, it’s all a matter of opportunity.

If you’re not playing in the top 6 in Edmonton, you’re not getting much of anything in terms of PP time, not getting the plush o-zone starts and you’re not playing against other offensive players who give up more opportunities because they’re trying to score as well. You’re main job is to not get scored on and you’re playing against lines that are trying to do the same, not a lot of scoring chances being traded.

On the flip side when you are playing with McDavid and Draisaitl, don’t expect to be touching the puck much. Everything runs through those two, they carry the puck, they distribute, they make the plays and dictate pace. RNH is the only guy who’s every been able to maintain any sort of sustained success with those two because he’s a very intelligent and skilled player, which he really doesn’t get enough credit for how he’s been able to adapt to playing with two guys not many can play with. Other then that the two guys with the most success playing next to 97 and 29 were Hyman and Maroon who basically employed a strategy of stand next to the net, have decent hands in tight and let them bank pucks in off you.

 

[Whoshattenkirkshoes]

I mean, just looking at the rumours in the last few pages, who wouldn't trade a package including Emberson for Pulock or Dobson? If the Oilers are bringing in a 2/3/4, there's a good chance Emberson is going the other way.

I think there is something to be said about not blowing up a roster.

It never works well when you make a ton of changes. Our Defence has been great this year. No need to trade Emberson.

 

[Jimmi McJenkins]

So they have decided to do this, I think it's a very good idea. Well done from the organization.

Not even for a conditioning stint?

You absolutely called it. Well played.


Edit: In fact, I am wrong lol.

 

[Bobieque]

Lebrun’s new article interviewing Bowman will surely have some people upset, he seems to be VERY content with running our back end as is, including Skinner/Pickard… can’t say I agree but they better be planning a big move up front then. Even that seems to be contingent on where Nuge plays..

I still think, regardless of what he's saying, he'll want to make his mark on the team with a splash trade at the deadline. A "WOWY" type trade (rational or not)

I also think with Cap limitations, LTIR, etc he'll know he only has one big shot. I'm thinking a big name.

I just can't see him, now being back in the league after a few years, just tinkering. I think Bowman will want to show his "value" to the org.

I could be wrong (just ask my wife) but it wouldn't surprise me to see a deadline Rantanen, Karlsson, shocking name happen. In my opinion he's been too quiet up till now, and will take a BIG shot at the deadline.

 

[Arpeggio]

So they have decided to do this, I think it's a very good idea. Well done from the organization.


You absolutely called it. Well played.

Doesn't that tweet say he's not going down for a conditioning stint?

 

[McTonyBrar]

Lebrun’s new article interviewing Bowman will surely have some people upset, he seems to be VERY content with running our back end as is, including Skinner/Pickard… can’t say I agree but they better be planning a big move up front then. Even that seems to be contingent on where Nuge plays..

I'm honestly fine with our defence. One more depth defender is fine. Bowman didn't say anything about improving the front?

 

[McShogun99]

Kypreos wrote an interesting article about Rantanen and about how he may be traded by the deadline if they don't resign him. Maybe that Stauffer thing has legs

Carolina needs to stop trading for rentals if they're expecting them to stay long term. The whole point of trading for players like Guentzal or Rantanen is to get that playoff push. It also doesn't help that Carolina's owner is known for being cheap when giving out contracts. Why would a player settle on their offer when they're about to go UFA and potentially make more and pick their spot.