Oilers sign Jason Dickinson to five-year, $20 million contract
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 4:18 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Jason Dickinson to a five-year contract worth $20 million. This agreement, announced on June 21, 2026, ensures Dickinson remains with the team after being acquired from the Chicago Blackhawks prior to the trade deadline. The center is expected to contribute significantly in a defensive role, particularly on the penalty kill. Despite an ankle injury that hampered his playoff performance, Dickinson aims to bolster the Oilers' roster for the upcoming season.
- •Oilers signed Jason Dickinson to a five-year deal worth $20 million.
- •Contract has an average annual value of $4 million.
- •Dickinson was acquired from the Blackhawks before the trade deadline.
- •Injury limited his playoff impact, but he returns ready for next season.
- •Oilers seek improved performance following a disappointing season.
- 6:00 PMESPN — Oilers re-sign Dickinson to 5-year, $20M contract
- 4:18 PMYahoo Sports — Oilers make massive, $20 million Jason Dickinson contract decision
"The Edmonton Oilers re-signed Jason Dickinson to a five-year contract worth $20 million on Sunday, preventing the defensive-minded center from testing the free agent market.
"Edmonton is moving forward with the veteran center.
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External links- ESPNJun 21, 2026, 6:00 PMOilers re-sign Dickinson to 5-year, $20M contract
The Edmonton Oilers re-signed Jason Dickinson to a five-year contract worth $20 million on Sunday, preventing the defensive-minded center from testing the free agent market.
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 4:18 PMOilers make massive, $20 million Jason Dickinson contract decision
Edmonton is moving forward with the veteran center.
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