One of the longest-active players in franchise history has hit a notable milestone. When he took the ice on Thursday night against the New Jersey Devils, Edmonton Oilers defenceman Darnell Nurse appeared in the 700th game of his NHL career.

Darnell Nurse scores and ties the game at 1-1 in the second period vs. the Sabres.

There’s a feeling in Edmonton –admittedly, after just one game — that the Oilers might have finally found a partner for Darnell Nurse on defense. Edmonton has spent many seasons trying to land and manufacture the ideal duo of players,