Oilers Eyeing Robertson Trade

0:00You're listening to NHL News today, subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. The Edmonton Oilers just traded for defenseman Conor Murphy from the Chicago Black Hawks to shore up their defense. With the 2026 trade deadline only days away, they're pushing to clear cap space for more moves in a strong playoff push. One hot rumor has them eyeing Dallas Stars forward, Jason Robertson as a game changer. Robertson, at 26 years old, has racked up 34 goals and 36 assists in 60 games this season. He's become one of the league's elite all-around talents and could supercharge the Oilers attack on their quest for a first Stanley Cup since 1990. Stars fans in execs no Robertson's value as a restricted free agent, especially in a buyer's market where they could demand a hefty return. While Dallas wants to lock him up long-term, Stahl Talks might force their hand. Other supporters are excited, recalling the team's past pursuits of stars like Miko Rantannon.

1:00To pull this off, Edmonton needs to dump forward. Andrew Mangapani's tough-to-move $3.6 million cap hit may be sweetening it with a draft pick. They've got over 14.3 million in projected space next year, plus prospects and picks to dangle. If Robertson hits the block, a package like Prospect Quinn Hudson, first rounders in 2027 and 2028, and a couple seconds, might seal it. Deadline drama is wrapping up, so we'll see if the Oilers go big. Thanks to our sponsor for supporting today's coverage, it is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds, built for listening in bed, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.