In June, when news broke that Jesse Puljujarvi wanted out of Edmonton we discussed the logical connection with the Rangers. The Blueshirts had just drafted Finnish phenom Kaapo Kakko and had no other players or prospects ready to suit up with him from Finland.
Deadline Looming
Now, with the December 1st deadline looming to sign him or lose the right to do so for the entire season, the Oilers are up against the proverbial wall. Last night on Sportsnet’s Saturday Headlines, reporter Chris Johnston noted the Rangers are the most interested since the summer. So will it happen?