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Edmonton Oilers add top-four d-man Jake Walman in trade with Sharks -- report

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The Oilers have reportedly completed a trade with San Jose Sharks that will deliver left shot defenceman Jake Walman to Edmonton in exchange for a first round draft choice, presumably in 2026 .

Walman, just turned 29 , has enjoyed a breakout season in San Jose after being acquired from the Red Wings with another asset just last summer .

In 50 games this season , he’s scored 6-26-32 with a respectable -1 on what is a net -65 team.

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