NHL Rumor Roundup: Oilers' Goalie Trade Targets, Sharks Open To Trading No. 2 Pick

As the Edmonton Oilers head into the off-season, pundits are examining what led to their early departure from the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Goaltending was a critical factor behind the Oilers' inability to stage another run to the Stanley Cup final. They shipped struggling starter Stuart Skinner to the Pittsburgh Penguins last December for Tristan Jarry, but he was scarcely an improvement.

Two months earlier, the Oilers acquired Connor Ingram from the Utah Mammoth. Ingram did his best, but he's better-suited for a backup role.

Oilers Unlikely To Move On From Polarizing Goaltender

Despite a disappointing debut, Edmonton may double down on Tristan Jarry rather than paying a premium to dump his contract, banking on the netminder's ability to rebound.

Turning to the San Jose Sharks, Curtis Pashelka of The Mercury Newsexplored the options they have with the second overall pick in this year's draft.

Sharks GM Mike Grier could retain the pick and add another promising youngster to his deep prospect pool. However, Pashelka speculated that he could also peddle that pick for more immediate roster help.

Grier has indicated he's open to moving the pick, but Pashelka believes he'll set a high asking price. He also suggested the Sharks GM could retain that pick, select a winger such as Ivan Stenberg of Frolunda HC, and trade young left winger William Eklund, who lacks no-trade protection.

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This story was originally published May 8, 2026 at 8:01 AM.