Reports: Oilers acquire Mattias Ekholm from Predators

The Nashville Predators are trading defenseman Mattias Ekholm to the Edmonton Oilers, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.

In return, the Oilers will send defenseman Tyson Barrie, forward prospect Reid Schaefer, a 2023 first-round draft pick and a 2024 fourth-round pick, per the reports.

The deal gives Edmonton a top-four defenseman as it vies for position in the Western Conference playoff race.

Ekholm, 32, averages 21:4