Oilers GM faces pressure as trade talks surround Jordan Kyrou
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The Edmonton Oilers are entering a key offseason after a first-round playoff exit to the Anaheim Ducks. General manager Stan Bowman is under pressure to make significant roster changes before the 2026-27 season. Trade speculation is growing around St. Louis Blues forward Jordan Kyrou, who has four years left on his $65 million contract. After a decline in performance, his future in St. Louis appears uncertain. Acquiring Kyrou may be challenging due to his contract and no-trade clause, and Edmonton would need to offer substantial assets for a deal to be feasible.
- •Oilers exited playoffs against the Ducks in the first round.
- •Jordan Kyrou posted 18 goals and 46 points last season.
- •Kyrou has a no-trade clause and a cap hit of $8.125 million.
- •Speculation suggests Kyrou could be traded this summer.
- •Oilers would need to trade significant assets to acquire him.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — ‘There’s No Chance’ — Noise Grows Around $65,000,000 Oilers Trade Target’s Future
"The Edmonton Oilers are heading into a pivotal offseason after a shocking first-round playoff exit against the Anaheim Ducks. With expectations higher than ever and the Stanley Cup window still open, pressure is mounting on general manager Stan Bowman to make meaningful changes to the roster ahead of the 2026-27 season.
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