NHL Waivers Update
On October 2, several players, including ex-Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Riley Stillman, found themselves on waivers in the NHL. The Edmonton Oilers, who signed Stillman to a two-year, two-way contract during the offseason, are looking at him as a potential depth defenseman or call-up option within their system. However, for him to be assigned to the Bakersfield Condors, the Oilers’ AHL affiliate, he must first clear the waiver process.
Previous Season Performance
Looking back at the previous season, Stillman had a limited presence in the NHL, appearing in just five games while playing for the Carolina Hurricanes, without contributing any points. He accumulated a total of seven penalty minutes, eight hits, and a minus-1 rating during that brief stint. His main contributions came at the AHL level, where he competed for the Chicago Wolves. In 35 games there, he managed to tally three goals, six assists, and a total of nine points, alongside accruing 58 penalty minutes and a minus-9 rating.
Career Highlights
Stillman’s journey in the NHL includes a trade from the Florida Panthers to the Chicago Blackhawks during the 2020-21 season, resulting in two full seasons with Chicago. Across 65 games with the Blackhawks, he recorded three goals and ten assists, summing up to 13 points, while registering 88 blocks and 159 hits, ending that period with a minus-5 rating.
Looking Ahead
As the season unfolds, the Oilers are set on solidifying their defensive squad, and Stillman’s ability to pass through waivers will determine his immediate future within their lineup.
