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What shocking reason sent Evander Kane from Edmonton Oilers straight into Vancouver Canucks spotlight (Image via Getty)

Fans awoke to unexpected news. Edmonton’s most discussed player was no longer on the team. Reactions from all directions started filling social media instantly. Some were sad; others startled; many bewildered. Evander Kane and the Edmonton Oilers’ affair was about what? And why did the team cut a player who brought intensity and heart to the ice?

Evander Kane confirms trade to Vancouver Canucks and clears space for Edmonton Oilers

Evander Kane revealed on June 25, 2025, that he had been traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Vancouver Canucks. No salary was kept back; the transaction included only a 2025 fourth-round draft selection from Vancouver, originally from Ottawa. The Oilers currently have $5. 125 million of salary cap space.Stan Bowman, Edmonton’s general manager, made the decision official after Kane’s post. This move now gives the Oilers nearly $17 million in cap space, opening the door for more changes during the off-season. Some fans think it’s just the start of a much bigger plan.Hockey expert Frank Seravalli also posted the details, calling it a “pure cap dump” deal, as Edmonton didn’t receive a player in return. Others called it smart business, as Kane’s role with the team had started to fade. Some fans thanked Kane for bringing energy and grit, while others were upset to see him leave without getting more in return.

Oilers fans and hockey insiders react to sudden Evander Kane trade

Fan responses spanning X (formerly Twitter) revealed a great spectrum of feelings. Many fans expressed gratitude and grief, referring to Kane as a “beast,” a “warrior,” and one who gave everything on the ice. One fan wrote“You brought swagger to this team that won’t be replaced. Thank you for everything.”Others questioned the move. “How does Kane do what he did in the playoffs and not have trade value?” asked one fan. Another simply wrote,“I’m shocked. You’re going to be missed.”Even Canucks fans started reacting, with one joking,“Will you toughen up Pettersson?”Also Read: Evander Kane Points Fingers At Officiating After Edmonton Oilers’ Brutal Game 3 Loss To PanthersEvander Kane had been rather involved in the Oilers’ recent playoff runs. With his transfer to Vancouver, all eyes will be on how he fits on the Canucks’ lineup and what the Oilers do next.

In a world where basketball nicknames carry weight, being dubbed “Baby Jokic” is no small compliment. That label now belongs to Derik Queen, the Maryland standout whose passing skills and court feel have drawn early comparisons to Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic. But what makes this nickname even more intriguing is who gave it to him—Angel Reese, the WNBA’s rising star and former Maryland and LSU sensation. Their connection, while not by blood, runs deep through the shared hardwood of College Park.

Angel Reese’s “Baby Jokic” nickname throws Derik Queen into the NBA draft spotlight

While some fans have wondered if Derik Queen and Angel Reese are related, they’re not, however, their bond was born through Maryland basketball. Reese, now a forward for the Chicago Sky, remains a proud alum of the Terrapins program—and for good reason. Her younger brother, Julian Reese, was Queen’s teammate during Maryland’s latest NCAA campaign.It was during that season that Queen began making noise, especially after a highlight-worthy buzzer-beater in the NCAA Tournament. That play, and others like it, earned praise from Reese, who dubbed him “Baby Jokic” for his skill set and poise on the court. She commented earlier this year during an interview in Chicago, saying Queen’s playmaking “reminded her of Jokic” and that he “sees the game two steps ahead.”But as promising as the nickname is, Queen’s leap to the NBA isn’t without questions. His passing ability is elite, and his decision-making on the floor mirrors that of top-tier pros. But the one swing skill? Shooting.If Queen can develop a consistent range, he could carve out a unique role in the league. Without it, scouts believe he may still thrive as a player similar to Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun—a solid big with high IQ, but with limitations in today’s pace-and-space game.Also Read: Angel Reese gives emotional shoutout to Lisa Leslie after win and breaks silence on their bondThe nickname may be playful, but it carries the weight of expectation. As Derik Queen steps into the next chapter of his basketball journey, his roots at Maryland and the confidence of someone like Angel Reese offer a strong foundation. If he delivers, “Baby Jokic” could become more than a nickname—it might be a preview.

(Image via X: Travis Kelce, Kane Brown, and Taylor Swift)

These three just redefined what it means to stun on and off the stage. Pure fire – wrote @SportsAnalyst43 on watching Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, Country Music singer Kane Brown, and global superstar Taylor Swift in one frame of an X post. The frame looked too unreal. As if photoshopped! Because having – Country, pop, and football royalty in one frame – as commented by @ALPICAP – just seemed unimaginable. To top it, Brown displayed utter humility when he shared this picture on his Instagram account and captioned it: When you think you’re the special guest BUT you’re not 😂

Kane Brown and Taylor Swift perform on Shake It Off at Travis Kelce’s fifth annual event in Nashville

On June 25, Nick Brinkerhoff of USA Today reported that Taylor Swift attended her NFL boyfriend Travis Kelce’s fifth annual event in Nashville. When special guest Brown introduced Taylor Swift in the Tight Ends & Friends Concert at the Brooklyn Bowl, Swift came out of the shadows and performed “Shake It Off” along with the CMT Music Awards winner Kane Brown.At the end of their performance, as a parting note, Travis Kelce’s belle Taylor Swift said that she’s dedicating her blockbuster hit song ‘Shake It Off’ to “our favorite players who are going to play, the tight ends.”

Fans react to a star-studded X post featuring Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and Kane Brown

“You could be brothers,” a fan mistook Kane Brown for Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes

Among the many comments on the X post featuring Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift, and Kane Brown, there was one that stood out from the rest. Looked at this quickly and thought it was Taylor, Patrick, and Travis, wrote @MrJoeMcBob – looks like a die-hard fan of Kansas City Chiefs’ star quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Well, indeed, the resemblance is uncanny!In September 2021, Kane Brown shared an Instagram post featuring Patrick Mahomes and himself. Kane captioned it: Kansas City was litty tonight! Thank you @patrickmahomes for coming out and happy birthday my brother from another mother.Fans flooded that Instagram post with comments calling Kane Brown and Patrick Mahomes brothers:

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