From the Detroit Red Wings to the San Jose Sharks and now, finally, to the Edmonton Oilers—this has been the map for NHL defenseman Jake Walman so far. Well, Walman was first traded by the Red Wings to the San Jose Sharks for future considerations—a term that often means little to no immediate return. But a year later, he is on the move AGAIN?
David Pagnotta, the host and analyst at the NHL Network, spilled some fresh tea on his X handle. He reported, “Walman is indeed going to Edmonton. The return is not yet confirmed, but chatter of a 1st round pick going to SJ.” Well, to say that it has been a quick flip for the Sharks and a solid defense addition for the Oilers as they gear up for a playoff push.
Walman is indeed going to Edmonton. The return is not yet confirmed, but chatter of a 1st round pick going to SJ.
— David Pagnotta (@TheFourthPeriod) March 7, 2025
Walman, in his first and only season with the struggling Sharks, recorded six goals and 26 assists in 50 games. Over his NHL career, spanning stints with St. Louis, Detroit, and San Jose, he has scored 31 goals and 52 assists across 252 games! And for a fact, he’s also under contract through next season at a $3.4 million AAV now, which is a part of a deal originally signed with the Red Wings. But will it be a good enough deal for the Oilers?
For the Oilers, this addition is more of a boost to their blue line. It was a completely rough patch for the Oilers last year. And it’s the same this year since they won just one in six games since returning from the 4 Nations Face-Off break. Now with Walman joining the roster that has recently welcomed forwards like Trent Frederic and Max Jones from Boston, the Oilers can look upwards to a good start while continuing to reshape their squad ahead of a crucial stretch. Well, here’s what fans and spectators see.
Detroit Red Wings fans aren’t surprised with Walman’s trade Oilers
Elliotte Friedman was quick to react when Pagnotta posted on X. He summed up the trade with a simple yet effective, “This one is moving along: the Pride of Armour Heights to Edmonton.” And he’s not wrong! Walman, a Toronto native, is heading to Edmonton, and it’s all happening pretty fast. As for the Red Wings fans, they haven’t forgotten how Detroit gave Walman away to San Jose for future considerations.
And that’s exactly why reactions like, “WINGS GAVE THIS DUDE AWAY FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATIONS. YZERPLAN.” and “Didn’t Detroit pay to get rid of him?” are making the rounds. Wow, some are even pointing out that Detroit paid to move him! Now this raises the question: did they misjudge his value, or did they just really want him off the team?
Then came the New York Rangers’ fans when one of them wrote, “OK Rangers dodged one.” Reflecting on the relief after the news broke about Walman potentially heading to Edmonton instead of New York! This was funny! And let’s be real for the next one who wrote, “A 1st rounder for Walman is insane, no?” made an opinion that is not entirely false, right? After all, Wallman is a solid defense guy. And, now that he is on the move, this trade has already made itself as one of the most talked-about deals of the season. What are your thoughts? Let us know!
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