This potential trade talk seems to be tied to the Oilers' efforts to retain their pending free agents. It appears they might need to move Kane's $5.125 million cap hit to free up space.
Jeff Jackson said they are trying to sign all of their UFAs and they are working at it.
Kane had a rough Stanley Cup playoff run, hampered by injuries, which might make other teams hesitant to take on his significant cap hit, especially considering his off-ice history.
There's been chatter that the @EdmontonOilers will be shopping Evander Kane this summer. He's had some bad injuries and has not been able to have the same impact he was having in 2021/2021.
2021/2022 Playoffs: 15 Games played 13 Goals 4 Assists 73 Hits
2022/2023 Playoffs: 12 Games Played 3 Goals 2 Assists 52 Hits
2023/2024 Playoffs: 20 Games Played 4 Goals 4 Assists 64 Hits
With two years and $5.125 million left on his current contract, trading Kane could be a challenge for the Oilers.
