Edmonton Oilers forward Andrew Mangiapane is undoubtedly a trade candidate to watch between now and the deadline. It is no secret that the 29-year-old forward has struggled with the Oilers and could benefit from a fresh start. In a recent article for The Athletic [https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7002916/2026/01/28/landeskog-point-canadiens-nhl-rumblings/], NHL insider Pierre LeBrun named the Winnipeg Jets, Ottawa Senators, and St. Louis Blues as potential trade fits for Mangiapane. "I wonder about teams such as the Winnipeg Jets, Ottawa Senators or St. Louis Blues as fits. The fact that Mangiapane has another year on his deal might actually be more appealing to those teams, none of whom are sitting in a playoff spot," LeBrun wrote. The Jets stand out as an interesting potential option for the Oilers. When looking at their roster, it is clear that they could use another skilled winger in their top nine. If Mangiapane bounced back in Winnipeg, he would give their forward group a nice and much-needed boost. When looking at Ottawa's group, Mangiapane could be a solid replacement for Nick Cousins on their third line. It would also be understandable if the Senators tried to add to their roster ahead of the deadline, as their playoff hopes are not fully gone yet. The Blues could be a good landing spot for Mangiapane as well. The Central Division club has struggled to produce offense this season and should be open to adding to its forward group because of it. With this, they are in a position to buy low on a former 55-point forward.
