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Trent Frederic's Rough Road to Recovery | Edmonton Oilers News
Trent Frederic’s career is at a crossroads after a brutal season marred by injuries and plummeting production—down from 18 goals to just 2 in 41 games. Now in Edmonton, he’s chasing redemption with a fresh coach and hope for better health, but his struggles persist without top linemates to carry the offense. Known for his gritty, physical style reminiscent of Boston’s tough guys, Frederic’s fit with the Oilers has always been more about grit than goals. Compounding the issue? His eight-year contract—a massive cap hit with a no-move clause—is now seen as dead money, straining the team’s…
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