Edmonton Oilers trade for Darnell Nurse falls apart before NHL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:22 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Edmonton Oilers' proposed trade involving Darnell Nurse did not materialize just before the NHL Draft on June 26. Despite significant interest from teams like the Anaheim Ducks and Pittsburgh Penguins, complications related to Nurse's no-trade clause prevented a deal. Edmonton GM Stan Bowman opted not to rush into a transaction that did not meet their demands. Nurse, who has expressed his desire to be moved from the Oilers, remains on the roster as trade discussions continue ahead of free agency.
- •Darnell Nurse's trade talks included interest from multiple NHL teams.
- •Anaheim and Pittsburgh were noted as potential suitors.
- •Nurse's no-trade clause complicated negotiations.
- •Edmonton chose to hold off on a deal not meeting their asking price.
- •Nurse's contract status remains unresolved as free agency nears.
- 2:22 AMYahoo Sports — Blockbuster trade for Darnell Nurse falls apart minutes before the Draft
"Edmonton had serious momentum on a deal, but a key detail derailed everything.
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