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Photo credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images<\/p>\n
Hockey analyst Nick Kypreos has just floated an intriguing rumour regarding the immediate future of Patrik Laine, directly linking him to the Edmonton Oilers.<\/p>\n
The name targeted in this proposal is Andrew Mangiapane.<\/p>\n
The Oilers forward appears on the insider\u2019s list as a piece that could move in the near future.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s an interesting read of the current situation considering the needs of both teams.<\/p>\n
Edmonton is still looking to maximize its competitive window with Connor McDavid.<\/p>\n
For the Canadiens, the objective remains to resolve the Laine situation, as he carries a 8.7 million salary.<\/p>\n
His contract, which runs through 2026, remains a heavy burden on the salary cap.<\/p>\n
You have to admit that the idea of a near “player-for-player” swap would simplify the financial math.<\/p>\n
Kypreos seems to believe a Montreal\u2013Edmonton “match” is plausible.<\/p>\n
“Nick Kypreos guessing on a Laine for Mangiapane swap”<\/p>\n
A creative solution for Kent Hughes: trading Patrik Laine for Andrew Mangiapane<\/p>\n
This type of transaction would allow the organization to quickly turn the page on a file that has dragged on.<\/p>\n
Mangiapane is an established player who could slot into Martin St-Louis\u2019 lineup.<\/p>\n
It remains to be seen whether discussions between the two general managers will lead to a formal offer.<\/p>\n
Often, these ideas floated by experts are rooted in very real behind-the-scenes chatter.<\/p>\n
A situation to monitor in the coming hours.<\/p>\n
One thing is certain: the market is heating up.<\/p>\n
Previously on Montreal Hockey Fanatics<\/p>\n
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Nick Kypreos floats creative Patrik Laine trade idea involving the Edmonton Oilers<\/p>\n
Would Andrew Mangiapane be a good return for Patrik Laine?<\/p>\n
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