Dom Luszczyszyn: Finally, after years of speculation between the pipes, the Oilers got their guy. Apparently, their guy is Tristan Jarry, a goalie who cleared waivers less than a year ago. That the Oilers traded their current starter, Brett Kulak and a 2029 second-round pick to make it happen is genuinely baffling.

The team announced on Friday morning that goaltender Tristan Jarry and forward Sam Poulin have been traded to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for goaltender Stuart Skinner, defenseman Brett Kulak, and a 2029 second-round pick.

Pittsburgh's surprising surge has ignited urgency, with the Penguins reportedly eyeing a trade with the Maple Leafs for defenseman Brandon Carlo. GM Kyle Dubas' former club could be a source for the defensive stability Pittsburgh needs to solidify leads late in games.

If he went to the tournament, Kindel would miss at least five Penguins games, including games against teams the Penguins are fighting for playoff positioning. They have two games against the Detroit Red Wings, one against the Columbus Blue Jackets and one against the Carolina Hurricanes. And, of course, there’s the injury risk.

The Boston Bruins, a team known for its strategic roster moves, have confirmed they will not pursue Hughes at this time. Sources indicate that the Bruins are more interested in strengthening their forward lineup rather than investing in a defenseman.

NHL trade rumors are heating up with Ryan O'Reilly and Tristan Jarry as potential targets for the New Jersey Devils and Edmonton Oilers. Nashville see

Skinner, who can become an unrestricted free agent after this season, is expected to join a tandem with Arturs Silovs, who is 4-4-5 with a 2.98 GAA and .897 save percentage after being acquired in a trade from the Vancouver Canucks on July 13.

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