Darnell Nurse is officially on the trade block. The Edmonton Oilers defenseman has requested a trade away from the team, according to a report published Thursday by SportsNet's Mark Spector.
Nurse partially waived his no-move clause and asked the Oilers to move him. It is believed that he gave Edmonton a list of between three and five teams he would be willing to join.
Background on the Request
The news comes as a surprise to many fans, as Nurse has been a key part of the Oilers' defense. However, the 25-year-old appears ready for a change of scenery. More details are expected to emerge as the trade market develops.
Reaction and Next Steps
The Oilers organization has not yet commented publicly on the request. General manager Ken Holland will likely work to accommodate Nurse's wishes while securing a favorable return for the team.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story unfolds.
