NHL insider confirms the Edmonton Oilers two biggest targets at the upcoming trade deadline
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Tyler Ball
Feb 7, 2026 (11:10 PM)
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With the 2026 Olympic Games underway the NHL is on pause but the Edmonton Oilers reportedly remain busy looking to upgrade their roster.
Edmonton Oilers stars Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid have made their way to Italy for the 2026 Olympic Games temporarily shifting their focus away from the Stanley Cup Playoff chase.
With the break commencing the Oilers’ front office now have time to sit back and focus on what needs to improve to get this group back to Stanley Cup contender level.
The trade deadline is now less than a month away and according to NHL insider David Pagnotta, the Oilers have narrowed their target list to include two specific needs at the deadline.
Edmonton Oilers will reportedly look to fill two specific needs at the trade deadline
In a recent appearance on Inside Sports, Pagnotta gave an inside look at the Edmonton Oilers’ trade deadline plans.
According to Pagnotta, the Oilers will be targeting a mid to bottom-six player up front as well as a defenseman to add size and toughness as well.
David Pagnotta: Re Oilers trade deadline targets: It sounds like it's still mid to bottom 6 two way type of player, and somebody big on that backend who can help play a shutdown type role - Inside Sports (2/5)
Stan Bowman and the Oilers have already been aggressive on the trade market this season acquiring Tristan Jarry from the Penguins and are expected to continue adding around superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.
After the Olympic Games conclude, it will be fascinating to see how quickly the Oilers will make a move to solidify their roster for the stretch run of the season.
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