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Oilers Eyeing Trade for Canadiens' Kirby Dach?
30 Jul
Summary
- Oilers have nearly $5 million in cap space for a potential trade.
- Kirby Dach offers physical presence and speed, a rare profile.
- Dach's injury history is a significant concern for any acquiring team.
The Edmonton Oilers are rumored to be interested in acquiring center Kirby Dach from the Montreal Canadiens, with nearly $5 million in available cap space. NHL analyst Allan Mitchell suggests Dach, a 25-year-old forward, could provide a significant middle-six upgrade for the Oilers, addressing their depth issues behind stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.
Dach possesses a rare combination of size (6-foot-4, 221 pounds) and speed, ranking in the 94th percentile according to NHL Edge. While his career has been hampered by injuries, playing only 154 of a possible 328 regular-season games since joining Montreal, his underlying metrics from the previous season, including 1.09 goals per 60 minutes, remain promising.
The Canadiens may be motivated to trade Dach before he reaches full free agency in 2027, especially if they doubt his long-term commitment due to his injury record. For Edmonton, the potential acquisition of Dach, whose younger brother Colton was recently extended, presents a calculated risk with considerable upside if he can remain healthy and contribute to the team's offensive capabilities.
