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The Edmonton Oilers have a clear surplus of left shot defenceman, and may be targeting a right shot addition closer to the trade deadline.
As their blue line core currently stands, the Oilers have been ranked to have the best defence in the league. They've got an incredibly deep lineup, but if there's one problem, it's that there's too many lefties.
Edmonton Oilers may need to target right shot defenceman in trade later this season
Recently, Oilers insider Jason Gregor mentioned the team's need for a right shot defenceman - but concluded that they don't have a trade partner with the New Jersey Devils who have available players.
The Oilers will be hard-pressed to make any significant trade without giving up some prospects they strongly believe in - or a rostered defenceman. The team are still striving for a perfectly constructed roster for the playoffs, so they'll look for an addition at least.
Even if the Oilers don't find a trade partner now for a right shot defenceman, they'll be just fine entering the season with their core. By the time the trade deadline rolls around, there'll be plenty more options available. Some names to watch will include Adam Pelech, Timothy Liljegren, Jamie Oleksiak, and much more.
We'll see how the Oilers defence fair early in the season, as that may influence some decisions they make in roster construction.
