NHL Rumors: Oilers Trying "Defenseman for Forward" Trade Swap After Injuries Plague Forward-Depth

NHL rumors: Oilers trying "defenseman for forward" trade swap after injuries plague forward-depth

The Edmonton Oilers are exploring a lateral trade that would send a depth defenseman the other way for forward help, according to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman.

Oilers could be the perfect trade partner for the Flyers right now

While this early in the NHL season isn’t known for many trades, this past summer and the Toronto Maple Leafs’ blockbuster acquisition of Kirill Marchenko has thrown that notion completely out. Anything can really happen and we wouldn’t be shocked and the Philadelphia Flyers could get in on the action more than just their minor-league swap of forwards. It was noted last week that the Flyers are reportedly looking for defensive help, keeping an ey…

Oilers Looking To Add Forward Depth

With several injuries already up front, the Edmonton Oilers are believed to be open to moving a depth defenseman for some help up front.

Oilers Reportedly Exploring a Lateral Trade - The Hockey Writers Edmonton Oilers Latest News, Analysis & More

The Edmonton Oilers are exploring the trade market, but their next move could be a modest adjustment rather than a major acquisition. With injuries thinning their forward group and eight…