Long Time Oilers Trade Target could Soon be Joining the Team

The Edmonton Oilers are on the hunt to fortify their defensive lineup as they gear up for a serious Stanley Cup challenge. Buzz in the hockey community suggests they might be eyeing a star from the Philadelphia Flyers to fulfill this need.

Eklund, a well-known hockey pundit, recently revealed on his website that the Oilers have their sights set on star defenseman Travis Sanheim.

He's of the opinion that there's a "50/50 chance" Sanheim could be traded to Edmonton. Moreover, the Oilers' interest in Sanheim isn't recent; they've had their eyes on him for quite some time.

Integrating Sanheim into the Oilers' defensive lineup could greatly amplify their defense. However, with stalwarts like Darnell Nurse and Mattias Ekholm already occupying positions on the left side of the defense, fitting in Sanheim might lead to a conundrum.

To make this configuration effective, one among the trio might need to transition to the right side.

Ken Holland and the Oilers' managerial team would need to strategize efficiently to capitalize on Sanheim's strengths.

Given that the Flyers are likely to face a downturn before they rise again, and Sanheim's consistent two-way defensive skills, it seems logical for the Oilers to seriously consider this move.

A glimpse into the archives of Twitter, specifically around March 2022, reveals that Oilers' fans have been vocal about their admiration for Sanheim.

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