Another summer, another key Edmonton Oilers forward being shipped out of town in a one-for-one swap. Last year it was Taylor Hall, this year it’s Jordan Eberle.
Eberle was sent to the New York Islanders in exchange for Ryan Strome on Thursday. Eberle, 27, has played in Edmonton since being drafted by the Oilers in the first round back in 2008.
The veteran winger, who has scored at least 20 goals in each of the last four seasons, will bring scoring help to the Isles. New York has been looking to add a big name presence up front for a while, as they’re hoping to make big strides over the coming year to maximize their chances of keeping star captain John Tavares, who is entering the final year of his current deal.