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Oilers trade first-round pick for Blackhawks' Jason Dickinson
The Oilers sent a first-round pick and Andrew Mangiapane to the Blackhawks in exchange for Dickinson and Colton Dach at the trade deadline.
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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The Edmonton Oilers traded a first-round pick and forward Andrew Mangiapane to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for center Jason Dickinson and forward Colton Dach at the 2026 NHL trade deadline. The move was made to help address the Oilers' depth scoring issues, with Dickinson providing a defensive-minded center with some offensive upside. However, the high cost of a first-round pick has drawn criticism from some Oilers fans who were hoping for a bigger splash at the deadline.
Why it matters
The Oilers have struggled with depth scoring in recent seasons, and the addition of Dickinson is aimed at shoring up their bottom-six forward group. However, the high price of a first-round pick has raised questions about whether Dickinson is worth that cost. The trade also highlights the Oilers' offseason moves that put them in a difficult cap situation, forcing them to attach a valuable asset to clear space.
The details
In the trade, the Oilers sent forward Andrew Mangiapane and a first-round pick to the Blackhawks in exchange for Dickinson and forward Colton Dach. Dickinson is a defensive-minded center who has shown the ability to chip in offensively, while Dach is a physical forward who adds size to the Oilers' lineup. The Oilers were motivated to make the trade in order to clear Mangiapane's contract off their books after he struggled this season.
- The trade was completed at the 2026 NHL trade deadline on March 5, 2026.
The players
Jason Dickinson
A 26-year-old center who has played for the Dallas Stars and Chicago Blackhawks, known for his strong two-way game and defensive abilities.
Andrew Mangiapane
A 29-year-old forward who has played for the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers, known for his scoring touch but has struggled this season.
Colton Dach
A 22-year-old forward who has played for the Chicago Blackhawks, known for his physical style of play and size at 6'4".
What they’re saying
“We must do what we can to improve our depth and defensive play, and Jason Dickinson fits that mold. The cost is high, but we believe he can make a positive impact as we push for the playoffs.”
— Ken Holland, General Manager, Edmonton Oilers (Sportsnet)
“This trade is a bit of a head-scratcher for the Oilers. Giving up a first-round pick for a bottom-six center seems like an overpay, even if it helps address their depth issues.”
— Elliotte Friedman, NHL Insider (TSN)
What’s next
The Oilers will look to integrate Dickinson into their lineup immediately, as they push for a deep playoff run. The Blackhawks, meanwhile, will hope that Mangiapane can regain his scoring touch and that the first-round pick they acquired can turn into a valuable asset.
The takeaway
This trade highlights the difficult position the Oilers found themselves in due to some questionable offseason moves, forcing them to pay a steep price to address a need. While Dickinson may help improve their depth, the cost of a first-round pick is a high price to pay, and the Oilers' fanbase is understandably disappointed they couldn't make a bigger splash at the deadline.
