Insider Reveals That A Trade Between the Oilers and the Canadiens For Goaltender Jake Allen Nearly Happened

This NHL insider just revealed that the Montreal Canadiens nearly sent Jake Allen to the Edmonton Oilers, but it fell through for this interesting reason.

Elliotte Friedman Reveals that This Trade Nearly Happened Between the Oilers and the Canadiens

The Edmonton Oilers were in serious goaltending troubles earlier this season, and it was no question that they were looking for a goaltender after sending Jack Campbell down to the minors. It was well-reported that the Oilers were canvassing the goalie market.

Now, Elliotte Friedman has revealed that the Oilers nearly acquired Jake Allen from the Montreal Canadiens in a trade.




Friedman goes on to reveal that he thinks the deal fell though because of the cost. At the time, it was clear the Oilers were desperate. Now, though, they can afford to wait. Friedman thinks that the Canadiens were asking a high price in the order of a draft pick, and even more to retain some of Allen's salary.

Oilers Fans Happy That They Didn't Panic During Goaltending Dibacle

Oilers fans can actually be happy that they didn't panic buy a goaltender during their struggles at the beginning of the year. While they have yet to see Jack Campbell return to his former self, Stuart Skinner has been able to perform well as the number one in Edmonton and has helped the team crawl back up the standings in historic fashion.


We will see if Edmonton still thinks a goaltender is a priority as the deadline comes up in March.

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