Undersized overachiever Derek Ryan placed on waivers by Edmonton Oilers

"Probably the last time we see DR": NHL fans react as Edmonton Oilers place Derek Ryan on waivers

The Edmonton Oilers placed forward Derek Ryan on waivers on Sunday. Ryan, a 5-foot-10, 170-pound veteran, has had a remarkable career, going from undrafted to playing over 600 NHL games.

Undersized overachiever Derek Ryan placed on waivers by Edmonton Oilers

The writing has been on the wall for awhile, leading to the sad but not unexpected news from Edmonton Oilers on Sunday that the club has waived veteran forward Derek Ryan.

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The Edmonton Oilers have had to make some strategic roster adjustments to stay under the salary cap, thanks to the new addition of defenseman John Klingberg. In a move that stirs up a mix of strategy and sentiment, they’ve placed Derek Ryan on waivers with the intention of reassigning him to their AHL team, the Bakersfield Condors. Defenseman Josh Brown is also headed to Bakersfield, but he’s making the trip directly, without the waiver process.…

Oilers risk losing forward to waivers on Sunday.

The Edmonton Oilers have taken a risk on Sunday.According to a report from National Hockey League insider Elliotte Friedman just moment ago, the Oilers have placed veteran forward Derek Ryan on waivers today. This means that the 38 year old centerman will now be eligible to be claimed by any other team in the NHL that wishes to submit a claim for him.Ryan will be an interesting option on waivers given his wealth of NHL experience, experience tha…

Edmonton Oilers Place Derek Ryan On Waivers, Reassign Josh Brown

The Edmonton Oilers needed to make a few roster moves to stay cap-compliant thanks to newly-signed defenseman John Klingberg’s contract hitting the books today. According to a team announcement, the Oilers organization has placed depth forward Derek Ryan on waivers for reassignment to their AHL affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors, and have additionally reassigned defenseman Josh Brown. It’s an unfortunate transaction for Ryan as he’s entered the …

Oilers place forward Derek Ryan on waivers, Brown loaned to AHL

The Edmonton Oilers have placed forward Derek Ryan and loaned defenceman Josh Brown to the AHL. Ryan had been a healthy scratch in 11 of Edmonton’s last 15 games. In 33 games this season, Ryan has a goal and five points. In eight games this season Brown has one assist. The 30-year-old has played in five of the last seven games.