Lucic, 31, is coming off a career worst season with the Edmonton Oilers. He sported only 6 goals and 14 assists in 79 games. Lucic signed a big 7 year, $42 million contract with the Oilers back in July 2016. Lucic’s contract hasn’t helped the Edmonton Oilers’ cap issues.
So I pose the question, would a fresh start be good for Milan Lucic?
In recent weeks, rumours have been planted about a potential swap. It appears that the Vancouver Canucks have been talking to the Edmonton Oilers about a one for one trade. The rumoured trade is:
To Edmonton Oilers:
Loui Eriksson (3 yr/$6 million AAV)
To Vancouver Canucks:
Milan Lucic (4 yr/ 6 Million AAV)
Now I know what many may be thinking, why do this?