The Edmonton Oilers have made a significant move ahead of the NHL trade deadline by acquiring forward Trent Frederic from the Boston Bruins in a complex three-team trade that also involved the New Jersey Devils. Frederic, standing at 6 feet 3 inches and weighing 221 pounds, is a pending unrestricted free agent, contributing 15 points in 57 games this season. The Oilers also picked up depth winger Max Jones and the rights to unsigned prospect Petr Hauser. New Jersey retained half of Frederic's remaining salary, while Boston received defense prospect Maximus Wanner and draft picks.

Frederic has been a notable physical presence on the ice, ranking second among Bruins forwards with 155 hits this season. Originally drafted in 2016, he has a career total of 109 points across 337 games, adding valuable playoff experience with five points in 22 contests. The trade reflects Edmonton's strategy to bolster their offensive unit, aiming for a strong push as the deadline approaches.