Former Edmonton Oilers Fan Favourite Set to Return Back to Oil Country?
Edmonton Oilers GM Ken Holland seeks affordable forward options, given limited cap space.
Sam Gagner, a seasoned player with over 1,000 NHL games, may fit the bill. After undergoing surgery that shortened his last season, Gagner, 33, intends to continue playing.
«Yeah, that's the intent,» Gagner said of getting the surgery with an eye to playing next season. «I mean, I actually want to keep playing and I understand that it's going to take a lot of work to get back to where I was, but I think that being pain-free and having more mobility in my hips will be really helpful for me.»
While nostalgia isn't a priority, he aims to contribute and believes he has more to offer. Gagner returned to the Oilers in recent years and hopes to be ready for training camp, bringing his experience and determination to the team.
«I still have a lot of game left,» Gagner told Winnipeg scribe Ken Wiebe. «When you look at it, I've been around a long time, but I'm only 33 years old and I still feel like I can contribute. That's the intent. Get this done and hopefully be ready for training camp next year and continue my career.»
| POLL | ||
Should Ken Holland take in Sam Ganger? | ||
| Yes | 106 | 38.7 % |
| Meh | 66 | 24.1 % |
| No | 102 | 37.2 % |
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