When one door closes, another one usually opens up. Even if it’s in opposite coasts in the NHL. That might be the case as Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers look destined to trade for one Chicago Blackhawks teammate of Connor Bedard.

Things haven’t exactly panned out for Lukas Reichel and the Blackhawks. The former first-round selection in 2020 has been far too inconsistent to start his NHL career. Reports suggest Bedard and the Hawks are enjoying the final days with Reichel in town, as a trade seems imminent.

On that note, McDavid and the Oilers may emerge as the perfect landing spot for the 23-year-old forward. Not only could the German hit it right off with fellow countryman Leon Draisaitl, but there’s familiar faces on and off the ice in the Gateway to the North.

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