What shocking reason sent Evander Kane from Edmonton Oilers straight into Vancouver Canucks spotlight | NHL News
Fans awoke to unexpected news. Edmonton’s most discussed player was no longer on the team. Reactions from all directions started filling social media instantly. Some were sad; others startled; many bewildered. Evander Kane and the Edmonton Oilers’ affair was about what? And why did the team cut a player who brought intensity and heart to the ice?
Evander Kane confirms trade to Vancouver Canucks and clears space for Edmonton Oilers
Evander Kane revealed on June 25, 2025, that he had been traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Vancouver Canucks. No salary was kept back; the transaction included only a 2025 fourth-round draft selection from Vancouver, originally from Ottawa. The Oilers currently have $5. 125 million of salary cap space.Stan Bowman, Edmonton’s general manager, made the decision official after Kane’s post. This move now gives the Oilers nearly $17 million in cap space, opening the door for more changes during the off-season. Some fans think it’s just the start of a much bigger plan.Hockey expert Frank Seravalli also posted the details, calling it a “pure cap dump” deal, as Edmonton didn’t receive a player in return. Others called it smart business, as Kane’s role with the team had started to fade. Some fans thanked Kane for bringing energy and grit, while others were upset to see him leave without getting more in return.
Oilers fans and hockey insiders react to sudden Evander Kane trade
Fan responses spanning X (formerly Twitter) revealed a great spectrum of feelings. Many fans expressed gratitude and grief, referring to Kane as a “beast,” a “warrior,” and one who gave everything on the ice. One fan wrote“You brought swagger to this team that won’t be replaced. Thank you for everything.”Others questioned the move. “How does Kane do what he did in the playoffs and not have trade value?” asked one fan. Another simply wrote,“I’m shocked. You’re going to be missed.”Even Canucks fans started reacting, with one joking,“Will you toughen up Pettersson?”Also Read: Evander Kane Points Fingers At Officiating After Edmonton Oilers’ Brutal Game 3 Loss To PanthersEvander Kane had been rather involved in the Oilers’ recent playoff runs. With his transfer to Vancouver, all eyes will be on how he fits on the Canucks’ lineup and what the Oilers do next.
