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In a surprising trade, the Tampa Bay Lightning sent promising defenseman Roman Hamrlík to the Edmonton Oilers in 1997. Hamrlík instantly bolstered the Oilers blue line, scoring 6 goals and 26 points in 41 games, helping them secure a playoff spot. He remained with the Oilers for three more seasons before being traded to the Islanders, where he was part of a package that eventually led to the acquisition of Chris Pronger. This trade showcases how a single move can have lasting impacts on a teams history.

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