NHL Insider Reveals Three Most Likely Players who Could be Traded by Oilers Next

Between this summer and the 2026 trade deadline, the Edmonton Oilers have three especially valuable trade chips, other than future draft picks, who may have a big part to play in retooling the roster.

GM Stan Bowman may be forced to dip into that pool of assets if the team wants to make another deep playoff run, writes Allan Mitchell of 'The Athletic'.

Stuart Skinner is the most intriguing trade chip. With a mere cap hit of $2.6 million, the 25-year-old is an affordable starting goalie with loads of playoff experience: 50 playoff games and two Stanley Cup Final appearances, to name a few.

While Stan Bowman has mentioned evaluating the goalie depth chart, Stuart Skinner could be moved out if the right deal comes along. Nevertheless, if Edmonton is looking for an upgrade in the crease, Skinner could be the pawn in a potential trade.

Matt Savoie will undoubtedly compete for a top-six role alongside Leon Draisaitl. The talented winger impressed with the AHL's Bakersfield Condors and has one year of pro hockey on his resume.

If he gets rolling early with Leon Draisaitl, he's unlikely to go. But if he struggles, Bowman could shop him for a veteran with a decent contract.

Vasily Podkolzin flourished on Draisaitl's flank along with Connor McDavid in his inaugural campaign, far surpassing expectations with fine five-on-five play. While he has demonstrated moments of brilliance, the quality of his attack is not certain.

With other prospects like Matt Savoie and Isaac Howard competing for minutes, Podkolzin could find himself a surplus on the roster and a valuable asset in a mid-season deal.