Anaheim Ducks' Jackson LaCombe (2) defends against Edmonton Oilers' Colton Dach (34) during second period first round Game 5 NHL playoff action in Edmonton on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Codie McLachlan
By The Canadian Press

Oilers sign forward Colton Dach to two-year, $2.4-million extension

Jul 12, 2026 | 11:49 AM

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Colton Dach to a two-year contract extension with an average annual value of US$1.2 million, the NHL club announced Sunday.

Dach, who Edmonton acquired from the Chicago Blackhawks at the 2026 trade deadline, had five goals and eight assists in 61 games last season.

The 23-year-old forward made his Edmonton debut on March 6 and had two goals and two assists in eight regular-season games for the Oilers.

He added an assist in five playoff games.

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Dach was selected by Chicago in the second round, 62nd overall, at the 2021 NHL draft by Chicago.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 12, 2026.

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