Oilers Acquire Forward Josh Bloom from Canucks
EDMONTON, AB – The Edmonton Oilers announced Friday they have acquired forward Josh Bloom from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for forward Jayden Grubbe.
A New Addition to the Oilers Organization
The Oilers are adding a young forward with offensive potential. Bloom, 22, is a left-winger originally from Oakville, Ontario. He was initially selected 95th overall by the Canucks in the 2021 NHL Draft.
Bloom’s Playing History
This season, Bloom has split his time between the AHL’s Abbotsford Canucks and the ECHL’s Kalamazoo Wings. He scored one goal in 19 games with Abbotsford and an impressive 15 goals and 13 assists in 19 games with Kalamazoo.
Bloom is a 22-year-old left-winger from Oakville, Ont., who was selected 95th overall by the Canucks in the 2021 NHL Draft.EdmontonOilers.com Staff
Past Achievements
Bloom’s resume includes winning the 2024 Memorial Cup with the Saginaw Spirit. He also previously played for the North Bay Battalion in the Ontario Hockey League.
Future Plans for Bloom
The Oilers plan to assign Bloom to their ECHL affiliate, the Fort Wayne Komets.
Trade Details
The Canucks acquired Bloom in February 2023 in exchange for defenceman Riley Stillman.
NHL teams are permitted to build trades after the trade deadline, but players acquired in these deals are ineligible to participate in the remainder of the regular season or playoffs.
FAQ
Who did the Oilers trade for Josh Bloom?
The Oilers traded forward Jayden Grubbe to the Vancouver Canucks for Josh Bloom.
Where will Josh Bloom play after the trade?
Josh Bloom will report to the Fort Wayne Komets, the Oilers’ ECHL affiliate.
What draft year was Josh Bloom selected?
Josh Bloom was selected in the 2021 NHL Draft.
This move adds depth to the Oilers’ forward prospects, providing another potential scoring threat within the organization. Bloom’s performance in the ECHL will be closely monitored as he aims to develop and potentially contribute to the Oilers in the future.