The are closing in on a key defensive upgrade. The NHL trade deadline is Friday, but it sounds like the Oilers and are making inroads sooner. Monday afternoon, "Hearing talks are intensifying for Edmonton to acquire Connor Murphy from Chicago." The Oilers' offense has been solid this season, but they've allowed too many goals. MORE: To some extent, the goaltending could be better. But there is also fault to Jaxson Hayes Jersey be given to the defensemen for that. Murphy is a 6-foot-4, 32-year old D-man from Boston. He was a first-round pick in the 2011 NHL Draft (No. 20 overall) by the Phoenix Coyotes. Murphy stayed with the Coyotes for four seasons. He's now been with the Blackhawks for nine seasons, counting this one. MORE: In 2025-26, Murphy has played 60 games and has four goals with nine a sists. He has also blocked 87 shots and dished out 62 hits. In his 13-year NHL career, Murphy has played 805 games, put up 47 goals, tallied 126 a sists, blocked 1,561 shots and totaled 1,634 hits. The Oilers could use his veteran presence, and he likely won't cost a ton in return, so stay tuned on this one, with it sounding like it could come together quickly. More NHL news: Rawle Alkins Jersey