Mattias Ekholm

Ekholm is once again playing big minutes and delivering elite results for Edmonton no matter the competition.

The Oilers don't need any reminders of what's at stake this season, but an empty space in their dressing room provides plenty of motivation.

In Year 9 of the Connor McDavid era, the Oilers are finally where they’re supposed to be.

Bouchard and Ekholm should both get down-ballot votes for the Norris Trophy this season.

“When we can roll four, you see what kind of team we are," Corey Perry said. "That’s the exciting part about this right now.”

The Darnell Nurse and Cody Ceci pairing is being supplanted by minutes for Mattias Ekholm and Evan Bouchard.

Even beyond Connor McDavid's status, the Oilers need improved health for several key roster players.

Ekholm discusses being traded from the Predators last season, what he learned in Nashville and finding success again with the Oilers.

A rare miscue from Ekholm, the team’s most reliable blueliner, led to the game-winning goal by Sam Lafferty.

With Round 1 underway, it’s time to measure the impact that 10 players have had on their new teams since moving at the trade deadline.

With fewer blueliners running power plays, players like Tyson Barrie can end up as a luxury for teams.

Ekholm is already one of the best deadline acquisitions in Edmonton Oilers history.

The Oilers acquired Ekholm and Bjugstad at the trade deadline, and both have tried to make sure their families can adjust to a new normal.

These are some of the options the Oilers have — whether that means adding or working with what they have.

The Oilers are in their championship window and the Ekholm trade addresses a major area of weakness for this team.

The Predators are in transition and the Oilers are gearing up for another playoff run.

Ekholm, 32, has five goals and 13 assists in 57 games this season.

Are any of the trades listed here compelling enough for the Oilers to land their target before the deadline?