Welcome to another edition of NHL Signing News here at Last Word On Hockey. Whenever a notable player puts pen to paper, we bring you the latest details and analysis. Today’s focus is on veteran winger Mathieu Joseph signing with the Edmonton Oilers after reaching unrestricted free agency this summer.
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Mathieu Joseph Signs with Edmonton Oilers
Contract: 1 year
AAV: $1 million
Forward Mathieu Joseph signs a new contract with the Edmonton Oilers, adding an experienced depth winger who can contribute in defensive situations and on the penalty kill. The signing comes after Joseph completed the final season of his previous contract and entered unrestricted free agency looking for his next opportunity.
Joseph split the 2025-26 season between the St. Louis Blues and Los Angeles Kings, appearing in 51 total games while recording two goals and nine assists for 11 points. Although the offence declined, he continued to provide value with his speed, defensive awareness, and ability to play either wing in a bottom-six role.
Career Background and Playing Profile
The Tampa Bay Lightning selected Joseph in the fourth round of the 2015 NHL Entry Draft. Since making his NHL debut, he has spent time with the Lightning, Ottawa Senators, St. Louis Blues, and Los Angeles Kings while carving out a career as a dependable two-way winger.
Standing six-foot-one and weighing 190 pounds, Joseph built his reputation on his skating ability and relentless work ethic. He is an effective penalty killer who excels at pressuring puck carriers, disrupting breakouts, and creating turnovers with his speed. While offence has never been his primary strength, he has produced multiple double digit goal seasons and reached a career high of 35 points during the 2021-22 campaign.
St. Louis goal!Scored by Dalibor Dvorsky with 17:46 remaining in the 2nd period.Assisted by Otto Stenberg and Mathieu Joseph.St. Louis: 1Los Angeles: 2#LAKvsSTL #stlblues #GoKingsGo
— NHL Goals (@nhlgoals.bsky.social) 2026-01-25T02:16:03.140516Z
What This Means for Edmonton
For the Oilers, this signing provides dependable forward depth and additional penalty killing ability. Joseph can move throughout the lineup, play either wing, and handle defensive assignments against opposing middle six forwards.
His versatility gives the coaching staff another trusted option for matchup situations and special teams. While he is unlikely to produce significant offence, Joseph brings NHL experience, speed, and reliable defensive habits that can strengthen the bottom of the lineup.
As Edmonton looks to improve its depth heading into the upcoming season, Joseph offers an affordable veteran option capable of filling several different roles without disrupting roster flexibility.
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