Leon Draisaitl reportedly on his way out of Edmonton to join this team
Reports surfaced today indicating that Edmonton Oilers' superstar Leon Draisaitl might be eyeing a move to the Boston Bruins.
Former Edmonton Oilers enforcer George Laraque revealed on BPM Sports that Draisaitl is intrigued by the idea of joining the Bruins if contract negotiations with the Oilers fall through.
According to Laraque, an insider within the Oilers organization suggested that if the team fails to make a deep playoff run, Draisaitl may opt not to re-sign with Edmonton and instead pursue a first-line center role in Boston.
''Someone well placed within the Oilers organization said that if the Oilers don't go deep in the playoffs, he doesn't see Draisaitl re-signing at the end of his deal and that he'd prefer to be a first-line center in Boston.''
This rumor isn't entirely new, as Oilers reporter Jim Matheson previously hinted at Draisaitl's potential interest in joining the Bruins.
''Jim Matheson believes that the Boston Bruins would «move heaven and earth» to bring in Leon Draisaitl if he becomes available by any means. Matheson also makes it clear though, that he believes Draisaitl wants to remain in Edmonton and will sign a contract extension.''
If Draisaitl were to depart for Boston, it would undoubtedly be a significant loss for the Oilers. Drafted in 2014, Draisaitl has been a key player to the organization, and ultimately it could lead Connor McDavid out of the organization if his best buddy, Leon Draisaitl, exits the team.
Source: Multiple insiders report Leon Draisaitl wants to leave Edmonton Oilers
| POLL |
Do you think McDavid would leave Edmonton if Draisaitl did? |
| Yes | 61 | 50.8 % |
| No | 59 | 49.2 % |
| List of polls |
|
1 hour ago | By Ryan Hall Bad news delivered to ex-Chicago Blackhawk Patrick Kane |
|
2 hours ago | By Sam Walker Preview: Blackhawks reveal new streaming platform to fans as they take on Nashville Predators Thursday |
|
14 hours ago | By Sam Walker Elliotte Friedman drops bombshell report and reveals a trade and what's next for the Blackhawks |
|
14 hours ago | By Sam Walker Brad Marchand responds to head coach Jim Montgomery after viral physical altercation |
|
14 hours ago | By Sam Walker Red Wings' Alex DeBrincat makes the New Jersey Devils pay after brutal turnover |
|
16 hours ago | By Sam Walker Rangers place 34-year old veteran on waivers and it's an opportunity for the Chicago Blackhawks |
|
16 hours ago | By Joshua Deeds Will Connor Bedard Make The 4 Nation's Faceoff roster? |
|
17 hours ago | By Joshua Deeds Luke Richardson Provides an update on goalie Laurent Brossoit |
Previously on HawksInsider
