Edmonton Oilers prospect wins gold at World Juniors
The Edmonton Oilers prospect pool is starting to look even better as prospect Paul Fischer recently took home the gold medal for team USA at the World Juniors.
According to Oilers Nation, As for Fischer, the 19-year-old left-shot defenceman picked up an assist in the two games that he played in. However, he sat for the final four games including Team USA's 4-3 overtime victory over Team Finland.
The Oilers acquired Fisher this past summer from the St. Louis Blues, acquiring him and a pick in exchange for future considerations. This season with Notre Dame University, Fischer has nine assists in 18 games as a sophomore.
-Oilers Nation
The Edmonton Oilers will likely sign Paul Fischer
The Edmonton Oilers acquired the rights to 6'1 defenceman Paul Fischer from the St. Louis Blues over the offseason, a left hand shot regarded for his smooth skating and play making abilities.
According to Edmonton Oilers insider Bruce Curlock, GM Stan Bowman will look to sign Paul Fischer at some point in the New Year.
This player is very high on the Oilers radar. Stan Bowman has very little association with Oiler prospects caveat being Paul Fischer who he wanted. He will get signed.
-Bruce Curlock
With the recent news of Fischer winning gold with Team USA, insider Bruce Curlock guarantees GM Stan Bowman will sign him.
Although the Edmonton Oilers lost two of their best players via offer sheets, having a prospect like Paul Fischer rising to stardom definitely softens the blow for Oilers fans.
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