Oilers Dealt Brutal Trent Frederic Injury Update

Edmonton will be without the forward for an indefinite period as injuries continue to pile up.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 6:18pm

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The Edmonton Oilers have been hit hard by injuries lately, and the latest blow is the loss of forward Trent Frederic. Frederic was injured during Thursday's game against the Florida Panthers and will be out indefinitely, according to head coach Kris Knoblauch. The 28-year-old has struggled offensively this season but has provided a physical presence for the Oilers, who are battling for a playoff spot in the tight Western Conference.

Why it matters

Frederic's absence will be felt, as the Oilers are already dealing with several key injuries, including to star center Leon Draisaitl. The team will need to rely on depth players to step up as they try to hold onto their playoff position with just 12 games remaining in the regular season.

The details

Frederic was injured late in the second period of Thursday's 4-0 loss to the Florida Panthers while forechecking. He was able to skate off the ice on his own but did not return for the third period. The Oilers have not provided a timeline for Frederic's return, but Knoblauch said he is "out with an injury." In addition to Frederic, the Oilers are also missing Mattias Janmark, Curtis Lazar, Colton Dach, and Draisaitl, who is fourth in the NHL in scoring.

  • Frederic was injured late in the second period of the Oilers' game against the Florida Panthers on March 21, 2026.
  • Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch provided the injury update on March 22, 2026.

The players

Trent Frederic

A 28-year-old forward for the Edmonton Oilers who has struggled offensively this season but has provided a physical presence for the team.

Kris Knoblauch

The head coach of the Edmonton Oilers.

Leon Draisaitl

A star center for the Edmonton Oilers who is currently on injured reserve and fourth in the NHL in scoring.

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What they’re saying

“Trent is out with an injury and I don't have a timeline.”

— Kris Knoblauch, Head Coach

What’s next

The Oilers will need to rely on depth players to step up in Frederic's absence as they try to hold onto their playoff position with just 12 games remaining in the regular season.

The takeaway

The Oilers' injury woes continue to mount, with the loss of Trent Frederic being the latest blow. The team will need to find a way to overcome these challenges and maintain their hold on a playoff spot in the tight Western Conference race.