Oilers Trade Yamamoto and Kostin to Red Wings, Impact on Salary Cap

The Edmonton Oilers have traded forwards Kailer Yamamoto and Klim Kostin to the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for future considerations. The Oilers shed Yamamoto's contract, freeing up approximately $8 million in cap space for upcoming negotiations with pending restricted free agents Evan Bouchard and Ryan McLeod. Both 24-year-old players can immediately contribute to the Red Wings' lineup, providing a boost without Detroit having to give up any current assets.