Oilers Trade for Murphy, Eyeing Center, McDavid's Future

0:00The latest scores, headlines and storylines, right here on NHL News today. Subscribe and stay game ready. The Edmonds and Oilers made a key move on Monday by trading for defensemen Conor Murphy. They added a steady defense first player to their blue line, with the other team retaining half his salary to help fit under the cap. This deal might kick off more action for the Oilers in the next day or two. They're now eyeing a right shot center and names like Nicolas Roy from the Toronto Maple Leafs are floating around. Meanwhile, insiders like Pierre LeBroon say the pressure is on in Edmonton. LeBroon hinted that if the Oilers falter early in the playoffs, it could affect Conor McDavid's future there. Even after his two-year extension last fall, McDavid seems to have put the team on notice to keep pushing for a deep run. Over on the rumor mill, former player Jeff O'Neill wouldn't be shocked if stars like Austin Matthews in Toronto or Brady Ticacac in Ottawa ask for. Trades this off season. Both have long ten years with their clubs amid plenty of drama. Other buzz includes the Carolina Hurricanes chatting with

1:05Vancouver about Elias Petterson again. And in Toronto, no one knows yet if the general manager or coach will return next year. This story is made possible by our sponsor. Do not just listen to podcasts. Get lost in them comfortably. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.