Oilers Sign Frederic to 8-Year, $30.8M Extension

The Edmonton Oilers have signed 27-year-old forward Trent Frederic to an eight-year, $30.8 million contract extension with a $3.85 million annual cap hit, following his acquisition from the Boston Bruins in a three-team trade in March. Frederic overcame an ankle injury to play in all 22 of Edmonton's postseason games as the Oilers reached the Stanley Cup Final for the second consecutive year, recording four points and 85 hits. The Oilers reportedly extended Frederic to replace Evander Kane, capitalizing on his ability to play center or either wing after Frederic posted a career-best 18 goals and 40 points last season. The extension has received mixed reactions, with some questioning the term and cap hit for a player limited by injury after the trade. Edmonton maintains about $12.35 million in cap space, with potential further moves including trades involving Viktor Arvidsson and a search for a starting goaltender. GM Stan Bowman cited Frederic's competitiveness and flexibility as reasons for the long-term commitment.