Leon Draisaitl finally breaks silence to Oilers fans in midst of trade rumours
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Amid trade rumors swirling around him, Leon Draisaitl has finally addressed Edmonton Oilers fans regarding their playoff run last season.
The Edmonton Oilers enjoyed one of their strongest seasons recently, making a significant playoff push. Despite their best efforts, they fell short against the Florida Panthers in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals, extending the drought for Canadian hockey fans.
"Canadian teams in the Stanley Cup Finals, last 30 years:
1994: Canucks lose 4-3
2004: Flames lose 4-3
2006: Oilers lose 4-3
2007: Senators lose 4-1
2011: Canucks lose 4-3
2021: Canadiens lose 4-1
2024: Oilers lose 4-3"
1994: Canucks lose 4-3
2004: Flames lose 4-3
2006: Oilers lose 4-3
2007: Senators lose 4-1
2011: Canucks lose 4-3
2021: Canadiens lose 4-1
2024: Oilers lose 4-3"
However, the discussion surrounding last season hasn't solely focused on the players' performance. Leon Draisaitl, one of Edmonton's standout forwards, delivered a strong playoff performance despite battling injuries. Yet, much of the post-Game 7 discourse has centered on speculation about his potential trade from the team.
However, Draisaitl has now redirected attention to Edmonton's playoff run. In a recent social media post, the Oilers forward voiced optimism about the team's future while expressing gratitude to fans for their unwavering support.
"A bitter end to a tremendous season. I am confident the growth our group experienced will propel us to the top. Thank you #OilCountry for your unwavering support all season long."
While this doesn't completely rule out the chance of him moving to another team in the league, it does show that Leon Draisaitl remains committed to continuing with the Edmonton Oilers. However, his future with the team beyond the upcoming season will ultimately depend on his performance.
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