At the last trade deadline, rumors involving Erik Karlsson were everywhere. Now that he's traded, some new informations are starting to surface.
Instead of going big on Karlsson, the Oilers chose Mattias Ekholm. He quickly proved his worth, racking up 32 points and boasting a plus 28 last season.
It looks like the Oilers made a smart move. Karlsson's price was too high for other teams too, and the Sharks ended up trading him for less. They took several players and one first-round pick in a deal with Pittsburgh and Montreal.
Now, Karlsson has to prove himself with the Penguins. But for the Oilers, it appears they made the right choice. They found value without breaking the bank, and it seems to have set them up well for the future. Only time will tell, but the decision not to chase Karlsson looks wise for now.
