The Edmonton Oilers have shipped veteran defenseman Cody Ceci and a 2025 third-round draft pick to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for prospect Ty Emberson. This comes days after the St. Louis Blues signed offer sheets for both Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway. Ceci has one year remaining on this $3.25 million dollar contract. Now let’s examine this Oilers trade and how it works for both teams.

Edmonton has added $2.3 million dollars of cap savings by trading Ceci away. The Oilers currently sit $5.9 million over the cap and are likely looking to make another move to be able to retain either Holloway or Broberg. Ceci played most of last season on Edmonton’s second pair, alongside Darnell Nurse. However, during the Oilers Stanley Cup run, he was passed on the depth chart by Broberg. Moving Ceci out shouldn’t hurt the Oilers much especially if they are able to retain Broberg.

Emberson made his NHL debut last season in San Jose. The 23-year-old played in 30 games scoring 10 points. He should be expected to start season in the AHL, and likely won’t factor in much for the Oilers this season.

San Jose is in the midst of a rebuild and they have plenty of cap space. Using that space to take a contract from Edmonton in exchange for a third-round pick makes a lot of sense. Adding more assets is a top priority as they wait for their young draft picks to develop.  Expect San Jose to be open to doing more of this type of deal for the next few seasons.

The Oilers have just two days to either match the offer sheets to their two RFAs or let them go. Edmonton is likely looking to make at least one additional move to be able to retain either Broberg or Holloway. It will be interesting to see if they can find another trade partner, and what the conclusion to this week’s offer sheet saga will be.

The Oilers' Difficult Decision

The Oilers' trade of Cody Ceci to the San Jose Sharks is the latest move in a busy off-season for the team. The Oilers are facing a difficult decision in the next couple of days: whether to match the offer sheets tendered to them by the St. Louis Blues for Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway. The Oilers have been in a salary cap crunch, and they have been looking to make trades in order to clear space. The trade of Ceci to the Sharks will save the Oilers roughly $2.3 million in cap space. They are hoping that will allow them to retain one or both of the players.

The Future of the Oilers' Defense

If the Oilers are able to retain both Broberg and Holloway, they will be in a good position to compete for the Stanley Cup again next season. However, if they are unable to do so, they will need to find other ways to fill the void on their roster. The Oilers will be looking to make another move or two before the start of the season. It will be interesting to see what direction the team goes.

The Sharks' Future

The Sharks are in a rebuild and they are looking to add young players and draft picks. They have plenty of cap space and they are willing to take on contracts in order to acquire assets. This trade for Ceci is a good example of that. The Sharks will be looking to flip Ceci at the trade deadline next season. In the meantime, they are happy to have a veteran player on their roster who can help the team.

The Sharks' Young Core

The Sharks are hoping that their young core of players will develop into stars. They have a number of talented prospects, and they are excited about the future. The Sharks are hoping to be back in contention for the Stanley Cup in the next few years. This trade is a step in the right direction for the Sharks.

The Future of the NHL

The NHL is a very competitive league, and teams are always looking for ways to improve their rosters. The Oilers and Sharks are just two examples of teams who are making moves in an effort to achieve their goals. The NHL is a league that is always in flux, and it will be interesting to see what happens next.

A League of Stars

The NHL is home to some of the best players in the world, and teams are always looking for ways to add to their rosters. The Oilers and Sharks are two teams who are making moves to improve their chances of winning the Stanley Cup. The NHL is a league that is always in flux, and it will be interesting to see what happens next.

Conclusion: A Risky Move for Both Teams

The trade of Cody Ceci from the Oilers to the Sharks is a risky move for both teams. The Oilers are hoping that the trade will help them retain Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway. However, the Sharks are hoping that they will be able to flip Ceci at the trade deadline next season for a better return. This is a move that could benefit both teams, but it is also a move that could backfire on them. Only time will tell how this trade will play out.

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