Overview
- After NHL GM meetings, Stan Bowman labeled the Oilers’ goaltending "average" and said a trade likely isn’t coming yet despite external pressure following a 9–1 loss.
- Insider Frank Seravalli argued a Juuse Saros move "makes no sense" for Edmonton, citing an eight-year, $7.74 million AAV contract, recent performance concerns, and playoff questions.
- Nashville has given no indication it will move Saros, who holds a full no‑movement clause, while Edmonton’s limited cap room and scarce trade assets further complicate any blockbuster.
- Analysts floated lower‑cost adjustments such as upgrading the backup over Calvin Pickard, noting Stuart Skinner’s brief rebound does not resolve longer‑term uncertainty.
- TSN’s Darren Dreger confirmed Toronto is terminating David Kampf’s contract on unconditional waivers, and separate reports tied Steven Stamkos to potential suitors as trade speculation persists.