The Edmonton Oilers are off to a strong start after losing their first game of the season in a shootout and winning their second game, taking three of a possible four points. As the season has progressed, the Oilers have been very active in their efforts to earn their first Stanley Cup since 1990.
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In this edition of Oilers News & Rumors, we look at the likelihood of Jack Roslovic making his Oilers debut, the Oilers getting their first win over the Vancouver Canucks, and speculating that a move could happen if Zach Hyman is healthy and re-enters the lineup.
Jack Roslovic was expected to make Oilers debut against Rangers
The Oilers answered recently the top remaining unrestricted free agent in Jack Roslovic, who signed him to a one-year deal worth $1.5 million, and it looks like he’s finally in line to make his debut with his new team.
The @EdmontonOilers morning skating at MSG:
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Extras: Janmark (IR), Philp, LazarEkholm-Bouchard
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Pickard— Bob Stauffer (@Bob_Stauffer) October 14, 2025
Roslović is expected to play alongside youngster Matthew Savoie and veteran Ryan Nugent-Hopkins on the second line against the New York Rangers. He is coming off a strong season with the Carolina Hurricanes, scoring 22 goals and adding 17 assists for 39 points in 81 games. Fans are hoping his attacking prowess can transfer to his new team.
Oilers take first win
Oilers fans have become accustomed to their team getting off to a slow start in recent seasons, so it was a nice change of pace to get a win over the Canucks and get into the win column. It’s still early, but thanks to a strong game and a goal from Andrew Mangiapane, the Oilers look stronger than usual to open their season.
Things can change and the team can go on a losing streak at any time, but it’s always nice to get the first win out of the way that we can build on. As they look to go further than their previous two campaigns, which saw them both lose in the Stanley Cup Finals to the Florida Panthers, a strong start was crucial, and that’s exactly what they’ve done.
Trade inevitable after Roslovic signing?
With the signing of Roslovic, Oilers fans wondered how the team would be able to fit everyone on their roster without a trade, and while it is possible, it seems inevitable that they will be forced to make a trade.
There is speculation that Roslovic could be traded if he doesn’t fit at all when Hyman returns, due to the way his new contract and trade protection are structured, but if he does move on, there are a few other options.
Mattias Janmark is currently on injured reserve, but there may not be a spot for him in the lineup when he returns, and some contending teams could be willing to move a draft pick to bring him in to fill out their forward depth. Another option could be trading Adam Henrique, who has struggled early, but his trade protection makes that unlikely.
There’s a chance the Oilers move up and trade a defenseman rather than lose one to waivers when Jake Walman returns from injury, but one thing’s for sure: the decision won’t be an easy one. They could fit everyone in and fit into the cap without making a trade, but they risk losing a strong player for nothing through waivers, which they probably don’t want to do.
There is no guarantee that a transaction will occur; it just seems like a likely possibility at this point.
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