EDMONTON, AB - The Oilers have claimed forward Nathan Walker off waivers from the Washington Capitals.

Tweet from @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers have claimed forward Nathan Walker via waivers from the Washington Capitals. The 23-year-old LW has scored one goal in seven games during the 2017-18 season. pic.twitter.com/KclPREweo3

Walker, a native of Cardiff, Wales, was taken 89th overall in the third round of the 2014 NHL Draft. The 23-year-old has played in seven NHL games, all this season, for the Capitals.

In addition to the claim, the Oilers placed Iiro Pakarinen on waivers for the purpose of assignment.