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It appears Philip Broberg may not be leaving the Edmonton Oilers after all. General manager Ken Holland has unequivocally stated that he has not granted permission to explore a trade involving theyoung defenseman, dispelling earlier rumors that suggested otherwise. The revelation comes amid growing tensions between the organization and the 2019 first-round draft pick.
Initially, there were murmurs in the hockey community that the Oilers had acquiesced to Philip Broberg's trade request. However, Holland has clarified the situation, asserting that no such permission has been given. This development sheds light on the complexities surrounding Broberg's tenure with the team.
In response to the trade rumors, Broberg's agent, Sean Ferris, expressed frustration, saying:
"This matter reflects both my and my client's frustration with the Oilers. I'm actively collaborating with Ken to address and resolve the issue privately."
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How has Philip Broberg fared this season?
Philip Broberg, who has played 10 games for the Oilers this season, has yet to register a point, averaging just over 10 minutes of ice time per game. His deployment on the ice has been varied, initially featuring in a six-defensemen setup during the first three games of the season. Subsequently, he saw limited minutes in his last seven appearances, often dressing as the seventh blueliner.
The young defenseman had a stint with the AHL's Bakersfield Condors, playing four games before being recalled on Nov. 15 due to an injury to Dylan Holloway. Despite being back in the NHL fold, Broberg has only been called upon for two of the eight games since his return from the minors.
The Oilers, currently in what they hope to be their Stanley Cup contention window, have been fortunate in terms of defensive health over the past two seasons. However, Broberg's limited ice time and sporadic appearances hint at a potential misalignment between the player's aspirations and the team's plans for his development.
