Chicago Blackhawks trade Jason Dickinson to the Edmonton Oilers

According to hockey insider Frank Seravalli, the Edmonton Oilers and Blackhawks have agreed to a trade. The Blackhawks are sending center Jason Dickinson and forward Colton Dach in exchange for forward Andrew Mangiapane and a 2027 first-round pick (top-12 protected). Mangiapane was placed on waivers earlier this week, but has recorded 14 points (seven goals, seven assists) and posting a -19 on the ice over 52 games this season.

Mangiapane signed a two-year, $7.2 million contract this offseason, but it appeared there were some issues of finding a role. Chicago taking the full contract is certainly a way how they were able to land a first-round pick in this deal as well.

Dach is an Edmonton native and has gotten more action in the NHL over the last year, scoring nine points in 53 games this year. He was considered the 10th-ranked prospect for the Blackhawks entering the season. With an additional first-rounder in next year’s draft, the team is going to be able to use that draft capital to either move up in the draft or simply get multiple quality players next offseason on rookie deals.

Dickinson has been struggling this season as he posted 13 points (six goals, seven assists) in 47 games this year. He has not recorded any points since before the Olympic break. With the Oilers getting better, this trade gives the Blackhawks a chance to get even better a few years down the line. It will be intriguing to see if there are more trades from Chicago before Friday’s deadline.