Oilers Looking To Add Forward Depth

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly exploring options to acquire forward depth by trading one of their extra defensemen, according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. General manager Stan Bowman faces significant offensive absences early in the season, with five forwards sidelined including Matthew Savoie, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Jason Dickinson, Mattias Janmark, and Zach Hyman.

With Edmonton currently operating in long-term injured reserve, potential defensive trade chips include Shakir Mukhamadullin, Ty Emberson, and Spencer Stastney. Mukhamadullin earns $1.75 million through next season, while Emberson and Stastney are on cheaper expiring contracts that could facilitate a lateral move for an affordable forward.