Darnell Nurse limits trade options amid Oilers' roster overhaul efforts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:07 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Darnell Nurse's refusal to expand his trade list complicates the Edmonton Oilers' offseason plans. As the team seeks to address significant roster gaps, including on defense and goaltending, Nurse is reportedly interested in potential trades to only the Boston Bruins, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Philadelphia Flyers. This situation has hindered negotiations since acquiring Nurse's contract will require substantial compensation. With the NHL Draft completed, the front office hopes for increased trade discussions, but the market is reportedly quiet, and Nurse's limited trade options remain a key obstacle.
- •Darnell Nurse's contract is $9.125 million per season.
- •Nurse reportedly refuses to expand his list of trade destinations.
- •The Oilers are entertaining trades for Nurse following the NHL Draft.
- •Pittsburgh, Boston, and Philadelphia are the only teams on Nurse's list.
- •The current trade market for Nurse is described as not robust.
- 3:07 AMYahoo Sports — Veteran Darnell Nurse Hinders Oilers With Latest Refusal
"The Edmonton Oilers have long been on the cusp of greatness behind superstar captain Connor McDavid, but unfortunately, due to the plethora of holes on their roster, they’ve failed to take the next step towards their Stanley Cup goal.Arguably their biggest hole is the lack of a consistent, top-tier goaltender, but the blue line has […] The post Veteran Darnell Nurse Hinders Oilers With Latest Refusal appeared first on HEAVY.
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