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Oilers consider trade for Drake Batherson to enhance top-six lineup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 1:30 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Oilers consider trade for Drake Batherson to enhance top-six lineup

Summary

The Edmonton Oilers are exploring a trade for Drake Batherson to bolster their top-six forward options alongside Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. Batherson, currently with the Ottawa Senators, is viewed as a viable fit due to his offensive capabilities. The proposed trade would send Isaac Howard and future draft picks to Ottawa in exchange for Batherson. However, acquiring Batherson may require the Oilers to clear salary cap space, which adds complexity to the potential deal. Batherson's contract situation could make him a rental, but if successful, it could aid the Oilers' playoff aspirations this season.

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Status Watch

•Oilers are looking to enhance scoring options around McDavid and Draisaitl.
•Proposal includes sending Isaac Howard and draft picks to Ottawa.
•Batherson's acquisition could help immediate playoff chances.
•Oilers need to manage salary cap space for any potential trade.
•Batherson could serve as a rental based on contract expectations.

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1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Oilers Could Solve Their Top-6 Problem With One Trade Idea

What they're saying

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The Edmonton Oilers could find the top-six forward they need to ride with Connor McDavid in this novel trade idea. The post Oilers Could Solve Their Top-6 Problem With One Trade Idea appeared first on HEAVY.
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