Defensemen Exposes a Blockbuster Trade That Failed Last Year in Edmonton
Former Edmonton Oilers defenseman Tyson Barrie recently shared an eye-opening story about his NHL career during a candid chat on the Mitts Off Podcast with Luke Gazdic. This intriguing anecdote offers a window into the unpredictable world of NHL trades.
Barrie disclosed that last year, he thought he was on the cusp of a major trade that could have reshaped his career. The twist in the tale came when he thought he might be part of discussions for a high-profile player, Erik Karlsson. He even had talks with Oilers' GM Ken Holland, who hinted at Barrie's involvement in a deal to acquire Erik Karlsson.
However, the actual trade didn't involve Barrie and took a different direction, involving Mattias Ekholm instead. This surprising turn of events led to Barrie's departure from Edmonton.
This story highlights the ever-changing nature of NHL trade negotiations and the uncertainties faced by players during these discussions. It leaves fans and analysts contemplating the alternate paths teams might have taken and how potential deals could have reshaped rosters and the league itself.
| POLL | ||
Which defensemen would you rather have on your team? | ||
| Karlsson | 48 | 22.6 % |
| Ekholm | 164 | 77.4 % |
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