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David Desharnais

Oilers’ Most Memorable Goals of the 2010s

Eric Friesen | December 20, 2019

The Edmonton Oilers did not enjoy much success during the 2010s, but there were some great moments. They added high-end talent through the NHL Draft, but the supporting cast has…

Categories Oilers History

NHL News & Notes: Desharnais, Fiddler, Randy Lee & More

Brandon Share-Cohen | August 21, 2018

In today’s News & Notes, David Desharnais’ contract in the KHL has been terminated, veteran forward Vernon Fiddler has joined the Dallas Stars coaching staff, Randy Lee has resigned as…

Categories Dallas Stars, Flames Transactions, KHL, News, Ottawa Senators

5 UFA Depth Forwards for Maple Leafs

Peter Ferrell | May 13, 2018

  Now that the smoke has cleared surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs’ general manager situation (congratulations to Kyle Dubas), the National Hockey League’s seventh-best team from the regular season can…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Desharnais an Early Season Surprise for Rangers

Matthew Golda | October 23, 2017

David Desharnais has been one of the lone bright spots for the New York Rangers in the midst of this early season slump. In the offseason, he signed a one…

Categories Editor's Choice, New York Rangers

Rangers’ First Two Preseason Game Takeaways

Andrew Capitelli | September 22, 2017

After a long summer, the New York Rangers are back. An eventful offseason generated intrigue as the Blueshirts began camp late last week, and fans finally got their first taste…

Categories New York Rangers, Rangers Prospects

David Desharnais and the Rangers’ Center Depth

Thomas Henderson | July 23, 2017

On July 4, the New York Rangers inked veteran centerman David Desharnais to a one-year, $1 million contract. The move is an incredibly low-risk signing—if he works out, it is…

Categories Advanced Stats, New York Rangers

Euphoria in Edmonton: One Win from Advancing

Shane Sander | April 21, 2017

The Edmonton Oilers and their fan base are in a state of euphoria after a thrilling overtime win in Game 5 over the San Jose Sharks. Forget about the doubters.…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, San Jose Sharks

Oilers Chances Remain Unchanged

Rob Soria | March 2, 2017

The 2017 NHL Trade Deadline came and went with the Edmonton Oilers not being a major player. While they did add veteran centre David Desharnais in a deal with the…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Trade Deadline

Oilers’ Deadline Analysis: “Team Deserves a Chance”

Jim Parsons | March 1, 2017

The NHL trade deadline has come and gone.  With that, the Edmonton Oilers — a team pegged as buyers for the first time in a decade —  were extremely quiet.…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Trade Deadline

Desharnais for Davidson Deal a Head Scratcher

Rob Soria | March 1, 2017

Yesterday was an interesting day for the Edmonton Oilers. On the eve of the NHL Trade Deadline, they team went out and beat the St. Louis Blues 2-1 to close out…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, Trade Deadline

Canadiens Trade Desharnais to Oilers for Davidson

Brandon Share-Cohen | February 28, 2017

The Edmonton Oilers have traded defenseman Brandon Davidson to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for forward David Desharnais, the Canadiens announced Tuesday night. The Montreal Canadiens made Desharnais a healthy…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, News, Trade Deadline

Top Trade Targets for Flames as Deadline Looms

Glenn Eberth | February 12, 2017

Every year, as we head toward the NHL trade deadline, the debate begins over whether teams might be “buyers” or “sellers.”  Yet, as the league sees more and more parity…

Categories Calgary Flames, Trade Deadline
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