Oilers consider signing Luke Glendening to professional tryout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 11:36 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

The Edmonton Oilers are contemplating a professional tryout for 13-year NHL veteran Luke Glendening as they prepare for the 2026-27 season. After acquiring several new players, including Frederik Anderson and Devon Levi, the Oilers may seek additional forward depth. Glendening, who previously played for the New Jersey Devils and Philadelphia Flyers, has shown strong defensive capability and leadership skills. The Oilers would like to evaluate his potential fit for their fourth-line center position before the season begins.
- •Oilers have signed new players for the upcoming season.
- •Glendening had a productive stint with the Flyers last season.
- •He is known for strong defensive play and leadership.
- •The Oilers need a fourth-line center as training camp approaches.
- •A PTO could be a low-risk opportunity for Edmonton.
- 11:36 PMYahoo Sports — Oilers Urged to Sign Intriguing 13-Year NHL Veteran to PTO
"The Edmonton Oilers are entering the 2026-27 season with multiple new players on their roster. Among the Oilers’ offseason additions are Frederik Anderson, Devon Levi, Ryan Shea, Shakir Mukhamadullin, and Mathieu Joseph.While the Oilers have brought in several new players this offseason, it is fair to wonder if they could invite a player or two […] The post Oilers Urged to Sign Intriguing 13-Year NHL Veteran to PTO appeared first on HEAVY.
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