Crazy rumors swirling that Oilers could trade for Brad Marchand and Trent Frederic

We're just a few days away from the NHL's trade deadline on Friday afternoon and the rumor mill is working overtime this week.

There are daily reports that the Edmonton Oilers are trying to secure some depth scoring for their lineup and that GM Stan Bowman is approaching teams with his best offers in hand. The latest rumor today is that the Oilers GM could approach the Boston Bruins and inquire about captain and pending unrestricted free agent Brad Marchand. Additionally, there's a proposed trade out there that could see the Bruins land both Marchand and Bruins tough guy Trent Frederic.

Oilers insider Daniel Nugent-Bowman and Bruins insider Fluto Shinzawa broke it all down today for The Athletic:

To Edmonton: Brad Marchand, Trent Frederic
To Boston: Viktor Arvidsson, Beau Akey, first-round pick

Allan Mitchell, Oilers writer: There are two NMC clauses (Arvidsson, Marchand) in this deal so it’s unlikely to happen. However, Frederic may well be a target for Edmonton. If the Bruins decide to trade him, the Oilers need to be all over it. Oilers fans would love Frederic. He’s a rugged, determined player with some skill.

Fluto Shinzawa, Bruins writer: This starts the conversation. If the Bruins move Marchand, the current market price is a first, a high-level prospect and a young roster player. So, if Frederic is involved, the Bruins would want at least a second-round pick to complete the deal.

Nugent-Bowman, Oilers writer: I’m with Allan. It would be a nice get if the Oilers can find a way to get Frederic at a lower cost.

The key in this deal is getting both Marchand and Arvidsson to waive their no-trade clause(s). While Marchand has stated that he plans on retiring as a member of the Bruins, he still could re-sign with the team as a free agent this upcoming offseason. I could see him waiving his no-trade for a rental deal with the Oilers. Arvidsson though... he's in year one of a two year deal and given the state of the Bruins I'm not sure he's interested in languishing in Boston for an entire season. I think convincing Arvidsson to waive his deal is the key to this proposed deal.