Join host Nick Zararis on this edition of Locked on Oilers for a deep dive into the hypothetical trade of Leon Drasaitl for Nikita Kucherov back in 2019 that was reported by Jeff Marek. Nick breaks down the basics of news literacy and why reports aren't always what they seem, why the trade made sense at the time and explores how the respective organizations would've changed with their potential new superstar. The Edmonton Oilers almost traded Leon Drasaitl for Nikita Kucherov back in 2019

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