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Oilers trade Cody Ceci to free up cap space after Blues' offer sheets
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The Edmonton Oilers made a decisive move late Sunday night in response to the St. Louis Blues' offer sheets for Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway.
With a deadline looming, the Oilers traded veteran defenseman Cody Ceci and a third-round pick to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for Ty Emberson. This trade frees up cap space, giving Edmonton the flexibility to match the Blues' offers if they choose.
Ceci, who carried a $3.25 million cap hit, adds experience to the Sharks' blue line, but his stay in San Jose might be brief. Many, including Edmonton Journal's Jim Matheson, speculate that Ceci could be moved again before the trade deadline to a playoff contender, potentially earning the Sharks another valuable draft pick. Ceci was a reliable presence for the Oilers last season, contributing five goals and 25 points while averaging 20 minutes of ice time per game. This move not only helps Edmonton navigate a tricky cap situation but also sets up the Sharks for future gains.
Source: Nhltraderumors
Report: Ceci's Stay in San Jose Likely to be Short-Lived
Report: Ceci's Stay in San Jose Likely to be Short-Lived
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AOUT 19 | 39 ANSWERS Oilers trade Cody Ceci to free up cap space after Blues' offer sheets Should the Oilers match the offer sheets for Broberg and Holloway? | ||
| Yes, match both. | 12 | 30.8 % |
| Only match one | 14 | 35.9 % |
| Don't match either. | 10 | 25.6 % |
| Not sure | 3 | 7.7 % |
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