The way Roslovic describes it, the Oilers are getting a “buzzsaw.” He can make plays, has speed to burn and has a track record of producing five-on-five offence. That was particularly evident during last season with the Carolina Hurricanes when he led the team with 34 points in that situation.

The Edmonton Oilers have taken a unique approach to their newest addition, which will pay dividends, one way or another.

Edmonton Oilers GM Stan Bowman appears to have learned from past missteps in free-agent signings, as evidenced by the team’s latest acquisition, Jack Roslovic.

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly bringing UFA forward Jack Roslovic into the fold, with news breaking midway through their home opener.

The Edmonton Oilers’ newest addition, Jack Roslovic, made his debut last game against the New York Rangers, playing 13:10 minutes. He didn’t register any points or record a shot on goal, but there were subtle little plays to like in his first game since last May.

The 28-year-old Columbus native is entering his ninth NHL season after recording 22 goals and 39 points with Carolina last year.

Roslovic had 39 points (22 goals, 17 assists) in 81 games for the Hurricanes last season and four points (one goal, three assists) in nine playoff games. He was not offered a contract by Carolina after his one-year, $2.8 million deal expired and became an unrestricted free agent.

It’s not very often you get breaking NHL news during the intermission of a game, but on Wednesday night Edmonton Oilers fans got some significant news.

The Oilers have added Jack Roslovic to the team on a one-year deal that is solid for the club but may not grade well for the player.

The Edmonton Oilers will take on the New York Rangers on Tuesday night, and Jack Roslovic will seemingly see his first action in an Oilers' jersey. Oilers Now host Bob Stauffer tweeted the lineups from the team's morning skate,

With Jack Roslovic ready to join the lineup for the Edmonton Oilers, it won’t be long before the team is nearly fully healthy, and the organization will have to make tough roster decisions.