Can Edmonton find low-cost upgrades before opening night? In this video, we break down 5 realistic waiver/trade targets the Oilers could pursue in August–September to strengthen depth, scoring, and goaltending for 2025-26.
What you’ll learn:
– Why waiver claims and late-camp trades matter for cap-strapped contenders
– Goalie targets with elite AHL numbers who could push for NHL time
– Right-shot defense depth that fits Edmonton’s roster needs
– Scoring wingers who project as plug-and-play options on cost-controlled deals
Targets discussed:
1) Mike DiPietro (G, Bruins): AHL standout (.927 SV% in 50 GP last season) stuck behind Swayman/Korpisalo; likely requires a trade if he’s blocked at camp.
2) Colten Ellis (G, Blues): Back-to-back elite AHL seasons (.924, .922 SV%); could hit waivers with Binnington/Hofer set in STL.
3) William Villeneuve (RHD, Maple Leafs): Productive AHL RHD with improving breakouts; blocked in TOR, 1-year deal could make him a change-of-scenery candidate.
4) Samuel Fagemo (LW/RW, Jets): Right-shot scorer averaging ~40 goals per 82 AHL games; potential waiver squeeze with Winnipeg’s depth.
5) Matej Blumel (RW, Bruins): Fast, forechecking winger with ~37 goals per 82 AHL games; signed by BOS, but waiver risk if roster is crowded.
Why it matters for Edmonton:
– Adds “free” or low-cost upside to address goalie certainty, right-side D depth, and scoring on the wings.
– Recent success stories: Kapanen (useful depth, playoff production) and Regula (waiver add with camp upside) show the approach works.
– History shows high-end AHL scorers can translate when given real NHL opportunities.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro: Why waivers/training-camp trades win margins
1:05 Goalie targets: DiPietro vs. Ellis
4:20 Blue-line depth: William Villeneuve fit
6:15 Scoring wingers: Fagemo and Blumel
9:10 How Edmonton could structure claims/trades
11:00 Best fits and probability ranking
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– Edmonton Oilers waivers 2025
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– William Villeneuve Marlies
– Samuel Fagemo Ontario Reign
– Matej Blumel Bruins
Call to action:
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