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The Edmonton Oilers are stuck in a trade logjam over defenseman Darnell Nurse, whose market value has dropped as other top defensemen emerge as priorities. Anaheim shows interest but Nurse remains a fallback option, forcing the Oilers to wait — possibly until July — as teams scramble for cap space and elite talent. Nurse’s no-move clause and lower cap hit give him leverage, but his eagerness to leave might not align with teams’ timelines. Meanwhile, goaltending uncertainty looms after a recent trade, with fans divided on re-signing Connor Ingram. The Oilers’ draft strategy leans on gritty, defensive prospects, but recent drafts — including the 2021 class — are looking weak, with few players expected to crack the NHL roster.

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