As the March 3rd NHL trade deadline approaches, the rumors and the background noise have become deafening. And reports recently have said a deal is in place for the Oilers and the 24-year-old forward.
Several teams have been mentioned as potential suitors for him, including the Montreal Canadiens, Carolina Hurricanes, and the Minnesota Wild.
Time will tell, but this player will move on before March 4th. The Oilers will be on the road and playing the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday, February 7th. Game time will be at 7:30 PM.