The saga involving former Montreal Canadiens forward Corey Perry has been a major topic of discussion in the NHL over the past few weeks. Despite his contract with the Chicago Blackhawks being terminated due to a mysterious incident, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman has given Perry the green light to sign with a new team.
Numerous sources indicated that the Toronto Maple Leafs were favorites to acquire the 38-year-old forward, who is looking to join a team with championship aspirations. Additionally, it was rumored that Perry had already started discussions with General Manager Brad Treliving.
According to insiders Chris Johnston and Frank Seravalli, who are well-connected in the hockey world, a new Canadian team has emerged as the frontrunner to acquire Perry. They believe that the Edmonton Oilers are now the most likely team to add the veteran to their lineup.
There's no doubt that adding Corey Perry could be extremely beneficial for Kris Knoblauch's team. Perry, known for his exemplary leadership, can still make an impressive offensive contribution, even at 38 years old. During his short stint with Chicago, the 6'3", 210-pound forward accumulated nine points in just sixteen games.
Moreover, Perry has extensive playoff experience, having played nearly 200 postseason games. He won the Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks in his second NHL season. With 892 points in the NHL, Perry would undoubtedly be a significant acquisition for the Oilers.
