Edmonton Oilers urged to consider bringing in former Calgary Flames defenseman Oliver Kylington on a professional tryout | NHL News
The Edmonton Oilers are urged to consider former Calgary Flames defenseman Oliver Kylington for a professional tryout (PTO) as they evaluate their blue-line depth ahead of the 2026-2027 NHL season. This offseason, under the guidance of general manager Stan Bowman, the Oilers have already made some notable moves. The club has made some remarkable decisions by hiring Darnell Nurse along with his contract, adding defenseman Ryan Shea to the mix, and signing goaltender Frederik Andersen. Still, the team is looking forward to adding some more depth to their defensive lineup.
Former Calgary Flames defenseman Oliver Kylington emerges as a potential professional tryout candidate
The Edmonton Oilers are urged to consider bringing in former Calgary Flames defenseman Oliver Kylington on a professional tryout (PTO) as they continue to assess their blue-line depth ahead of the 2026-27 NHL season. As per reports, the 29-year-old defenseman showed considerable offensive potential early in his career, particularly during the 2021-22 season. He also recorded 31 points in 73 games, demonstrating his playmaking abilities.Despite missing out the entire 2022-23 season due to mental health challenges, he managed to play just 19 NHL games over the next two seasons, scoring one goal and racking up five points while bouncing between the Colorado Avalanche and Anaheim Ducks.As per reports, for the 2025-26 season, Kylington made his way back to Sweden to join Djurgården IF. He put up eight points in 25 games, but his future in North American hockey remains uncertain.As per reports, a professional tryout would allow Edmonton to evaluate Kylington during training camp without committing to a guaranteed NHL contract. His offensive upside could also make him an intriguing gamble for the Oilers.If Kylington can get back to the level he played at during the 2021-22 season, Edmonton might just land a versatile defenseman who can also chip in offensively, and all at a pretty reasonable price.Though there is no confirmation that Kylington has signed a PTO with Edmonton, it’s still uncertain if he’s looking to make a comeback in the NHL after spending last season in Sweden.For the Oilers, this would be a low-risk chance rather than a hefty roster commitment. As the team continues to assess its defensive lineup, bringing Kylington into training camp could provide Edmonton with another contender for an NHL spot, while also giving the former Flames defenseman a shot at reviving his career.And if Kylington can return to the level he showed before his career was interrupted, it would indeed be a potential reward for the Edmonton Oilers.
