Dach’s Center Move Shakes Bottom Six | Edmonton News

Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 16, 2026 · 1m

Colton Dach’s new two-year deal with the Oilers isn’t just about salary—it’s about versatility. Now practicing faceoffs all summer, Dach could play center, shaking up the bottom-six forward battle. With Josh Samanski looking like a lock last season, Dach’s potential at center could push him to the front of the pack, leaving spots open for Trent Frederic, Isaac Howard, and Mathieu Joseph. With only four bottom-six spots left after Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Jason Dickinson, the Oilers’ coaching staff faces a tough decision: who skates with Dach at center? The race is on—and the outcome could…