3 Possible Trade Destinations for Brock Boeser

The Oilers were heavily linked to Boeser before he ultimately re-signed with Vancouver last summer. Edmonton’s need for another legitimate top-six scoring winger hasn’t disappeared, making the Canucks forward a logical trade target if he ever becomes available.

Boeser would give the Oilers exactly what they’re lacking: a proven right-shot scoring winger capable of finishing alongside Connor McDavid or Leon Draisaitl. He has scored 40 goals before and consistently produces offense around the net while also owning one of the league’s better releases.

The biggest obstacle would be cap space. Vancouver would almost certainly need to retain salary or take money back in any deal. Still, if the Oilers are all-in at the trade deadline, Boeser could become one of the most intriguing targets available.

Ottawa Senators

The Senators suddenly have a massive hole to fill following the loss of Brady Tkachuk.

Replacing a player of Tkachuk’s caliber isn’t realistic with one acquisition, but adding an established top-line winger like Boeser would help soften the blow. Ottawa still possesses a talented young core featuring Tim Stützle, Jake Sanderson and Dylan Cozens, making a playoff push a realistic expectation.

Boeser would immediately add scoring punch to the top six while bringing veteran experience to a group still looking to establish itself as a contender. If Vancouver is looking for younger NHL-ready talent or futures, Ottawa has the pieces to build an attractive package.

Philadelphia Flyers

Philadelphia is another team that makes plenty of sense.

Rick Tocchet knows Boeser well from their time together in Vancouver, making the Flyers an obvious club to watch if the winger ever becomes available. Familiarity with Tocchet’s system could ease the transition and allow Boeser to step into a prominent offensive role immediately.

There’s also the possibility Boeser simply prefers returning to the United States. Like many American-born players, the opportunity to play closer to home could become more appealing as his career progresses.

Whether that alone would be enough to leave Vancouver remains to be seen, but if Boeser ever waives his no-movement clause, Philadelphia could quickly emerge as one of the frontrunners thanks to its coaching connection, financial flexibility, and need for proven scoring.