BLOG: Hemsky traded to Ottawa

The Edmonton Oilers announced today they have acquired a 5th round draft selection in 2014 NHL Draft as well as a 3rd round draft selection in the 2015 NHL Draft from the Ottawa Senators, in exchange for winger Ales Hemsky.

Hemsky, 30, has recorded 477 points (142G, 335A) in 652 career NHL games. The Pardubice, Czech Republic native also registered 17 points (6G, 11A) in 30 career playoff games with the Oilers.

We streamed Hemsky's interview with the media live. Watch the archive right here: