The Edmonton Oilers recently traded for defenseman Connor Murphy in a deal with the Chicago Blackhawks. This move bolstered the Oilers' defensive ability on the backend while giving the Blackhawks a pick they can use in their rebuilding process. However, this trade isn't the only one the two teams have pulled off before the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline passes.
The Oilers and Blackhawks have agreed on a trade involving veteran forward Jason Dickinson, as first reported by Elliotte Friedman. The framework involves the Oilers acquiring Dickinson, with 50% retained salary, and forward Colton Dach, according to NHL insider Frank Seravalli. In return, Chicago will receive winger Andrew Mangiapane and a protected 2027 first-round pick. Mangiapane has agreed to waive his no-trade clause, according to The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta.
Dickinson is a reliable defensive center who isn't too far removed from a career-best offensive season. The Blackhawks veteran scored 22 goals and 35 points in 2023-24 for Chicago. Unfortunately, he hasn't come close to matching these totals in the last two seasons.
Mangiapane, meanwhile, has been a reliable goal scorer for much of his career. However, he has struggled mightily this year. He has just seven goals and 14 points through 52 games. Mangiapane was recently waived and is currently in the AHL. He is signed through next season at a $3.6 million cap hit.
As Chicago continues rebuilding, Edmonton is battling for a playoff spot and trying to fortify its roster around Connor McDavid. The Oilers have found a willing trade partner in the Blackhawks, making two trades to help those playoff chances.
