A likely Nick Robertson trade scenario between the Leafs and Oilers

Everyone in the hockey world seems to know that Nick Robertson wants out of Toronto. Could the Oilers swoop in and acquire the disgruntled forward?

It should be an important 2024-25 NHL season for both the Edmonton Oilers and the Toronto Maple Leafs, each seeking to end ultra-long Stanley Cup droughts. The Oilers last took home the Cup in 1990, while the Maple Leafs did it way back in 1967. An interesting storyline might be whether these teams could work out a trade involving skilled but underutilized forward Nick Robertson, who has asked to be moved out of Toronto. Robertson has voiced frustration over how limited his role is with the Leafs, and he could fit a need in Edmonton, with the Oilers looking to round out their bottom-six forwards.

Nick Robertson's two-way capabilities would go a long way in rounding out the Oilers lineup, providing them with a bit more depth and flexibility up front. It would be a fresh start for Robertson as well, who could finally show what he's truly capable of. Though a trade that satisfies both teams may be tough to find, Edmonton should certainly explore the possibility of taking him in, as his situation in Toronto suggests he would be had relatively cheaply.

The bottom line is that maybe Nick Robertson's injury history, combined with being a restricted free agent, didn't help his trade value but perhaps it does for the Oilers. It may only take a small investment, such as a mid-round draft pick and a prospect, to get a deal done. For the Oilers, it's a low-risk move. With very little cap space but some flexibility, the Oilers can make a very savvy addition that helps them in both the short and long term on their quest for a deep playoff run.

Source: The Hockey WritersOilers & Maple Leafs: Exploring Odds of a Nicholas Robertson Trade

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