Daniel-Nugent Bowman of The Athletic: A few candidates present themselves including Milan Lucic, Kris Russell, and Andrej Sekera — among others.
The problem with most of Edmonton’s candidates is long-term pain. There is little market for these players, honestly.
Unfortunately, players like Lucic, Brandon Manning, and Andrej Sekera are not worth the headaches of a buyout. Holding onto these players for a year would not be any worse.
Kris Russell could find a small niche in the trade market even. Edmonton would retain salary but it is better than the alternative.