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Oilers Get Unlucky, Losing Another Forward As Dickinson Returns

Just as the Edmonton Oilers get Jason Dickinson back, it was learned they are losing another key forward from their lineup due to an injury.

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 11:45 PM
Oilers Get Unlucky, Losing Another Forward As Dickinson Returns
Key Things to Know
  • The Edmonton Oilers activated Jason Dickinson from injured reserve while losing forward Colton Dach to injury.
  • Colton Dach was placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss at least three games.
  • Head coach Mike Babcock stated that Dickinson's return will provide a different complexion to the Oilers' lineup.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Edmonton Oilers have activated forward Jason Dickinson off injured reserve while placing forward Colton Dach on injured reserve due to an injury. Dach is expected to miss at least three games and Edmonton's entire California road trip, keeping him sidelined for at least a week. The specific details and timing of Dach's injury have not been confirmed.

To make room on the 23-man active roster for Dickinson, the team moved Dach to injured reserve. Head coach Mike Babcock praised Dickinson's intelligence and utility, noting that he will provide a natural fit in Edmonton's top-nine forward group following the recent acquisition of Filip Hallander.

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