Insider Reveals Jack Campbell's Time With The Edmonton Oilers Is Officially Over

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Hunter Bowman
December 11, 2023 (9:52 PM)

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Jack Campbell's five-year, $5M per year contract with the Oilers has turned into a significant disappointment. Struggling on the ice and directly affecting the team's wins, Campbell was sent to the AHL to regain his form as the Oilers faced a challenging start to the season.

Unfortunately, Campbell's woes persisted in the AHL, raising concerns about his potential return to the NHL lineup. With the Oilers currently on a seven-game winning streak, maintaining momentum for a playoff spot is crucial, and poor goaltending from Campbell could jeopardize this streak.

An Oilers insider now suggests that Campbell's time in Edmonton might end sooner than initially thought. While there were initial plans to call him up before making a final decision, his ongoing struggles in the AHL have expedited the need to part ways with his contract.

According to Tom Gazzola of the Oil Stream podcast, the Oilers are actively exploring options to move Campbell and his contract. Given the team's tight cap space, a trade is expected rather than a buyout.

The Oilers might need to pay a substantial price to unload Campbell's contract, potentially involving multiple top prospects or draft picks. However, with Campbell posting a 3.37 GAA and .887 save percentage in the AHL, the urgency to move him is clear, aiming to make the most of his salary to contribute to a potential Stanley Cup run in Edmonton.

Source: Oilersdaily