NHL Trade Rumors: Cody Franson to Edmonton Oilers

Unrestricted free agent Cody Franson is going to be signed by the Edmonton Oilers, according to multiple sources. The 30-year-old defenseman wants to sign before the start of the preseason.

The injury to Andrej Sekera created a hole in Oilers top four next to Kris Russell. Darnell Nurse and Matt Benning could get a chance to play next to Russell, but it's uncertain whether these young defensemen will be ready for more minutes.