Oilers Sign Defenseman Mattias Ekholm to a 3-Year, $12M Contract Extension
Ekholm's three-year extension starting in 2026 reflects the Oilers' focus on defensive stability and cap flexibility after recent key signings, with a $4 million average annual value.
- The Edmonton Oilers signed defenseman Mattias Ekholm to a three-year, $12 million contract extension, effective in the 2026-27 season.
- Ekholm is a key player, averaging 22:11 minutes of ice time and contributing 33 points last season.
- The signing follows Connor McDavid's two-year contract extension, providing flexibility for player acquisitions.
- Nine players are now signed through the end of McDavid's contract in 2028, indicating the Oilers' intent to build a strong team around him.
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Edmonton Oilers sign Ekholm to three-year extension, add Roslovic on one-year deal
EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers signed defenceman Mattias Ekholm to a three-year, US$12-million contract extension and added free agent forward Jack Roslovic on a one-year, $1.5-million deal Wednesday.

Edmonton Oilers sign defenceman Ekholm to three-year, $12-million extension
Edmonton Oilers sign Mattias Ekholm to three-year contract extension
After locking down their captain for two years and ramping up the urgency to win a Stanley Cup, the Edmonton Oilers took care of another piece of business on Wednesday. The Oilers signed defenceman Mattias Ekholm to a three-year, $12 million contract extension set to take effect in the 2026-27 season, the team announced. Ekholm […]
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