The Edmonton Oilers recent signing of Jack Roslovic comes on a short-term deal that includes a clause set to take effect next month. The 28-year-old right-shot forward agreed to a one-year contract worth $1.5M, adding a versatile and experienced piece to an already star-studded roster.
Roslovic’s addition gives Edmonton a proven secondary scorer who can play centre or right wing and provide lineup flexibility while the team navigates earlyseason injuries. He is coming off a strong campaign with the Carolina Hurricanes, where he notched 22 goals and 39 points in 81 games, tying his career high in goals and ranking among Carolina’s top-six forwards.
Short term as it may be, there’s an interesting clause set to activate on Roslovic’s contract come November.
Roslovic’s contract has a full no-trade clause with a twist
While the cap-friendly price makes this deal look routine at first glance, Roslovic’s contract includes an uncommon clause that could shape how the Oilers manage their roster in the coming weeks. According to details confirmed by PuckPedia, the agreement carries a full no-move clause which later converts into a four-team trade list and notably, he cannot be waived.
This setup virtually guarantees Roslovic a roster spot through at least November 1, ensuring the Oilers give him a fair look before any possible moves.
Also, the restrictive trade list gives him leverage if things don’t click in Edmonton, effectively letting him decide potential trade destinations. For a player in a short-term value contract that’s pretty rare in the league.
Roslovic reportedly accepted less to join Edmonton
Multiple insider reports suggest that Jack Roslovic turned down higher offers elsewhere before inking his one-year deal with the Oilers. He reportedly prioritized the chance to play a meaningful role on a contending team over securing a larger payday, even as some teams were believed to have offered longer terms or slightly higher cap hits.
The 28-year-old forward earned $2.8M last season with the Carolina Hurricanes on a short-term deal after being traded from Columbus, meaning his new $1.5M contract represents nearly a 50% pay cut.
Insiders Darren Dreger and Pierre LeBrun had earlier suggested that Edmonton previously floated a longer-term deal, but the talks cooled before both sides circled back in October.
While the financial drop is notable, it seemingly speaks for Roslovic’s apparent willingness to join a playoff contender and re-establish his value in Edmonton’s system. Again, a potentially shrewd move if he performs well and hits the market again next summer.
With 526 career NHL games spread across four teams, Winnipeg, Columbus, Carolina and now Edmonton, Roslovic is expected to bring reliable depth and speed to the bottom-six. His ability to shift between centre and wing could prove valuable for a team that often juggles lines to maximize offensive chemistry.
When the Oilers are fully healthy, lineup decisions will be tight but Roslovic’s deal ensures he won’t be an easy cut. If he finds his footing early, he could become a quiet difference-maker, a low-cost veteran capable of contributing 15–20 goals while giving Edmonton’s bottom-six some much-needed offensive punch.
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