[fieldset=TRADE:BOSTON - EDMONTON]
Sam Gagner
Linus Omark
EDM 6th in 2012
Dougie Hamilton
BOS 3rd, 5th, 7th in 2012
[/fieldset]
/kayfabe
Honestly, as an Oiler fan, Im pretty stocked about this trade. I see Hamilton as a top pairing defenseman. He's tall, has a great frame, skates incredibly well, and has offensive flare to his games. He's ruthless along the boards and in the corners, but not a good open ice hitter and needs to continue elevating his defensive game.
When you have 5 of your 6 Top-6 positions filled, you can afford to deal from a position of strength.