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Two NHL players placed on waivers for Nov. 7

Two NHL players placed on waivers for Nov. 7

A couple of players might be heading back to the minors this weekend. On Saturday, the Edmonton Oilers placed defenseman Atro Leppanen on waivers, making him available to the other 31 teams in the NHL.

Atro Leppanen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 7
Oilers Place Atro Leppanen On Waivers

Oilers Place Atro Leppanen On Waivers

After missing the first six weeks of the season, Oilers defenseman Atro Leppanen appears to be ready to return.  The team announced today that they’ve placed the blueliner on waivers for the purpose of assignment to AHL Bakersfield.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 2
Oilers Sign Atro Leppanen To Two-Way Extension

Oilers Sign Atro Leppanen To Two-Way Extension

The Oilers announced they’ve signed defenseman Atro Leppänen to a two-way extension. The deal carries an $850K NHL salary for 2026-27 with a $360K minors salary and a $400K guarantee, per PuckPedia.

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