Oilers discussed as primary suitor for blockbuster trade with Boston Bruins

The Oilers have been linked to acquiring a tough, versatile forward in trade this season, and may have extra cap space with Evander Kane out for the season.

According to a recent article from Daniel Nugent-Bowman and referencing reports from Boston, the Bruins may consider trading the UFA Marchand if they fall out of the playoff race this season - and Edmonton would be a prime destination.

Elliotte Friedman has added more to the rumour, suggesting there is credibility to the idea that Boston could trade their captain.

It'd be unreal for the Bruins to deal their captain at 36 years old after playing 16 seasons in Boston. However, the Bruins are falling out of a playoff spot, and have always been known to make ruthless decision in pursuit of getting better. A Marchand trade could jump start a quick re-tool for their aging team.

Acquiring Brad Marchand would be an incredible blockbuster move from the Edmonton Oilers. There's a hole in the lineup next to Leon Draisaitl that could be easily filled by an elite two way veteran like Marchand.

Even in his age 36 season on a declining team, Marchand is finding ways to be productive. In 54 games this season, Marchand has 19 goals and 42 points, while still being a great two way player and pest. At $6.125M for only this season, he's on a reasonable contract too.

The Oilers may have to pay a major price to acquire Marchand, a package beginning with their several of their top prospects - but it could be a move that secures bringing the Stanley Cup back to Edmonton.

Oilers fans will have a reason to closely track the Bruins for the rest of the season, perhaps hoping they can fall out of the playoff race, putting a blockbuster scenario on the line.