Defenceman Adam Larsson, the fourth overall pick in the 2011 NHL draft, has just "scratched the surface," Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli said following the trade. 1 overall pick Taylor Hall to New Jersey. Like Edmonton, New Jersey was desperately searching for a “cornerstone” defenceman when they picked Larsson with the No. He notes Larsson led the defence with 17 even-strength points, a glowing positive given the responsibilities he was tasked with in New Jersey. ( Matt Slocum / The Associated Press file photo )Oilers general manager Peter Chiarelli came pretty close to apologizing for the widely expected, but still surprising trade that sent former No.

Source: thestar June 30, 2016 17:01 UTC