Oilers explore potential trade involving defenseman Darnell Nurse soon
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly considering trading defenseman Darnell Nurse after a disappointing 2025-26 season. General manager Stan Bowman is expected to meet with Nurse to discuss his future, as the team aims to maximize its salary cap efficiency around stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. During this critical offseason, Nurse's full no-movement clause gives him significant control over any potential deal, which could involve teams like the San Jose Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs, or Detroit Red Wings if he waives it. Reactions from the fanbase and analysts indicate a shift in opinions about Nurse's value following last season's struggles.
- •Darnell Nurse is in the fifth year of an eight-year, $74 million contract.
- •The Oilers' management considers a trade due to Nurse's inconsistent performances.
- •Bowman will discuss Nurse's future and potential trade options in the coming days.
- •Nurse's no-movement clause gives him control over trade destinations.
- •Teams interested in Nurse may include the Sharks, Maple Leafs, and Red Wings.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — ’Darnell Nurse Was Really Upset About That’ — Insider Reveals $74M Trade Candidate’s Issue With Edmonton
- 1:25 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Oh My God, It’s Happening’ — NHL World Takes Notice as Oilers’ $74M D-Man Darnell Nurse Inches Closer to Being Traded
"Trade rumors are in full swing this week as insiders dig deep for some info on what NHL teams might pull off this summer. As we inch closer to the offseason, Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse finds himself hogging the headlines for all the wrong reasons.
"The long-running speculation surrounding Darnell Nurse’s future in Edmonton may finally be reaching its conclusion. For years, Oilers fans have debated Nurse’s large contract and inconsistent performances.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 11:15 AM’Darnell Nurse Was Really Upset About That’ — Insider Reveals $74M Trade Candidate’s Issue With Edmonton
Trade rumors are in full swing this week as insiders dig deep for some info on what NHL teams might pull off this summer. As we inch closer to the offseason, Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse finds himself hogging the headlines for all the wrong reasons.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 1:25 PM‘Oh My God, It’s Happening’ — NHL World Takes Notice as Oilers’ $74M D-Man Darnell Nurse Inches Closer to Being Traded
The long-running speculation surrounding Darnell Nurse’s future in Edmonton may finally be reaching its conclusion. For years, Oilers fans have debated Nurse’s large contract and inconsistent performances.
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