EDMONTON — Amid the Edmonton Oilers’ strong playoff run, whispers about Leon Draisaitl’s rumored inclination towards the Boston Bruins continue to circulate.
Draisaitl, who has dazzled with at least one point in his last 13 playoff appearances, scored his ninth postseason goal, kicking off the scoring in a riveting match.
Speculation began earlier this month suggesting that should the Oilers not advance far in the playoffs, Draisaitl might eye the Bruins for future play. Definitions of “far” vary, but reaching the conference finals would presumably quash such rumors.
Yet, new insights shared with Boston Hockey Now reignite the conversation. A source revealed Draisaitl and Bruins’ David Pastrnak, who spend off-seasons training together and maintain a friendship, might influence Draisaitl’s interest. This camaraderie, especially amid the Bruins’ lackluster off-season, keeps the rumor mill churning.
Further fueling speculation, Oilers’ stars Draisaitl and Connor McDavid selected Pastrnak as their second pick at this year’s NHL All-Star game, hinting at a special bond among the trio.
The thought of Draisaitl donning another team’s jersey might seem far-fetched to Oilers fans, who likely reminisce about the shock of Wayne Gretzky’s move to the Los Angeles Kings. Yet, with Edmonton securing a spot among the NHL’s last four standing, it appears Draisaitl will stick with the Oilers for now.
For the moment, consider this chatter just that—gossip and an intriguing anecdote.
