Although the Detroit Red Wings and Edmonton Oilers are in very different circumstances, they could have similar needs before the NHL trade deadline.

With the 4 Nations Face-Off break upon us, the trade deadline looms large and is less than a month away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make?

The Oilers have hit their stride after a bumpy start, but there's still room to add. What's on the list beyond defensive depth?

Perhaps the most attractive acquisition target for Edmonton at the deadline is Karel Vejmelka of the Utah Hockey Club. His cap hit ($2.725 million) is workable, and he’s unrestricted this summer (meaning there is no worry about impacting next year’s cap hit).