DRAFT: Münzenberger draws connections to Edmonton
The Oilers third-round pick is familiar with the city from Leon Draisaitl and the World Juniors; compares game to Darnell Nurse by Jamie Umbach / EdmontonOilers.com
EDMONTON, AB - Luca Münzenberger is in the early days of his tenure as an Oilers prospect, but the German defender already has a comfortable familiarity with his new NHL organization and the city of Edmonton.
As an up-and-coming German talent in the era of Leon Draisaitl, how can you not? Leon just texted me probably 10 minutes ago, and he s a great guy, Münzenberger said via Zoom following his selection. If you re German and you re a hockey player, you ve got to love the Oilers because of him.
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The Edmonton-born left-winger just wants to play in the NHL, and if a fresh start with the Seattle Kraken increases those chances, fine by him.
“(Not being protected) is something I didn’t really know was going to happen,” said Benson. “In talking with my agent, I knew everything was kind of up in the air. Now, seeing the list, I’m still not too sure what’s going to happen. I’m just looking forward to whatever opportunity comes to me.
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