Ex-GM Was Angry at Oilers Trade Offer. Who Is the Modern Version?

Former Edmonton Oilers general manager Craig MacTavish revealed on Oilers Now that he once angered then-New Jersey Devils GM Lou Lamoriello by offering Nail Yakupov in exchange for defenseman Adam Larsson. Lamoriello firmly rejected the proposal. Reflecting on the failed trade discussion, NHL Trade Talk explores whether a modern Oilers player could fit a similar mold in potential trade talks.

NHL Trade Talk suggests prospect Isaac Howard as a possible modern counterpart who frequently surfaces in trade speculation. The writer argues that while Edmonton and its fans might value Howard's upside, he remains unproven at the NHL level and is unlikely to serve as the centerpiece in any major trade for an established contributor.