Connor McDavid reportedly doesn't want a certain teammate traded
Connor McDavid is unquestionably the best hockey player in the entire world. His speed and puck handling are at such elite levels like we've never seen in the NHL before. Now with 7 seasons under his belt it appears McDavid is poised to get a bit more vocal when it comes to team ownership.
Rumors have circulated all summer that the Oilers and General Manager, Ken Holland want to trade Jesse Puljujarvi. Moving JP would be the easiest way for the Oilers to clear out cap space and become cap compliant ahead of next season. According to Anthony Stewart of Sportsnet, McDavid wants Puljujarvi on the team.
Our colleagues have been trying to run him out of town in Edmonton. But I'm going to go with Jesse Puljujarvi I think he's poised for a breakout season. He's there because Connor McDavid wants him there.
Earlier this summer the Oilers signed Puljujarvi to a 1 year deal worth $3,000,000. Last season JP scored 14 goals and 36 points in 65 games. The Oilers will still be looking to clear some cap space to ensure they're cap compliant, but a strong came by Puljujarvi could to a very long way towards his success this year.
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