Oilers leave cap space open for potential forward additions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The Edmonton Oilers are considering adding a forward as they enter the season with approximately $4 to $4.5 million in cap space. General Manager Stan Bowman noted the team has an abundance of goaltending and defense, which may influence their decision. Potential players from the Pittsburgh Penguins include Shakir Mukhamadullin and Spencer Stastney, while Pittsburgh may seek to trade depth forwards such as Justin Brazeau or Hendrix Lapierre. There are historical trade connections between the two teams that could lead to a deal.
- •Oilers management expresses need for forward help
- •Team holds $4 to $4.5 million cap space
- •GM cites surplus in goalies and defensemen
- •Pittsburgh may offer forwards in potential trade
- •Past trade history could facilitate a deal
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Oilers looking for forwards?
"Here’s one to keep in the back of your mind. The Edmonton Oilers have some cap space and are leaving it open for flexibility when it comes to adding a forward. Their GM cited an abundance of goaltending and defense. Any team with that setup is an interesting one for the Penguins who (waves hands) […]
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