Benoit Pouliot’s time in Edmonton has come to an end.
The 30-year-old forward has been placed on unconditional waivers for the purposes of being bought out.
A buyout will mean a $1.33 million cap hit the next four seasons, as opposed to a $4 million cap hit the next two years if Pouliot remained on the roster.
The Oilers could use the cap space, what with Connor McDavid on the verge of signing a massive extension that will start in 2018-19, and Leon Draisaitl requiring an extension for next season.
Pouliot had just eight goals and six assists in 67 games last season.
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