Edmonton Oilers could scoop up star defenceman from Calgary

The Edmonton Oilers are coming off a disappointing 6-3 loss to a mediocre Philadelphia Flyers team yesterday, and bad defensive turnovers continue to cause headaches for the team.

That said, insider Jason Scherger has recently published an intriguing article breaking down potential trade candidates from least, to most likely. Let's take a look.

It's Very Possible: Jamie Oleksiak

Someone like Jamie Oleksiak is an ideal candidate for the Oilers; a veteran defenceman with a relatively manageable cap hit of $4.6 million. A towering, defence-first player who can eat up meaningful minutes on the back end is exactly what the Oilers need come playoff time.

You Never Know: Olli Maatta

Who better to have on the roster for a playoff run than a Stanley Cup champion? Olli Maatta has been a brick wall on the back end for any team he has played for. While his offensive production has taken a hit in recent years, his abilities in his own end remain the pinnacle of his game.

Don't Count On It: MacKenzie Weegar

A move for a defenceman on a division rival's top pairing whilst they are in a playoff hunt themselves? It might sound insane to even suggest a move like this.

However, it sounds a little less insane when you think about all the potential benefits for both sides.

MacKenzie Weegar is known around the league for his strong two-way game, making him a perfect fit in Edmonton's system.

Will Stan Bowman get it done? Time will tell.