Oilers Add Two Defensemen | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 5, 2026 · 1m

Shakir Mukhamadullin is officially an Edmonton Oiler, inked to a two-year, $3.5M deal after a blockbuster trade from San Jose — and he’s just 24 with 12 points in 50 games last season. The Oilers also snagged Zachary Sharp’s rights in the same deal, signaling a defensive overhaul. Mukhamadullin, a 2020 first-rounder with 83 NHL games under his belt, brings offensive flair from the blue line. Meanwhile, Spencer Stastney — 26, with 10 points in 66 games last year — signed a one-year, $1.525M deal to add depth. Edmonton’s defense is getting a serious upgrade — can these newcomers make an…