The Edmonton Oilers are a professional ice hockey team based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. They are members of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference in the National Hockey League (NHL). The Oilers were founded in 1972 and have played their home games at Rogers Place since 1983.
The Oilers have won seven Stanley Cups, tying them with the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs for the second-most championships in NHL history. The Oilers won their first Stanley Cup in 1984, followed by four consecutive championships from 1985 to 1988. They won their sixth Stanley Cup in 1991 and their seventh in 2006.
The Oilers are currently led by general manager Ken Holland and head coach Jay Woodcroft. The team’s top players include Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, and Darnell Nurse.
The Oilers are one of the most successful franchises in NHL history. They have a passionate fan base and a rich tradition of excellence. The Oilers are always a threat to win the Stanley Cup, and they are sure to be an exciting team to watch in the years to come.
Edmonton Oilers playing a hockey game
- The Oilers have signed forward Jesse Puljujarvi to a one-year, $2 million contract.
- The Oilers have traded defenseman Duncan Keith to the Chicago Blackhawks for a third-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.
- The Oilers have signed defenseman Brett Kulak to a four-year, $11.8 million contract.
Upcoming Schedule
- The Oilers will play their home opener on October 7, 2023, against the Vancouver Canucks.
- The Oilers will play their first road game of the season on October 14, 2023, against the Anaheim Ducks.
- The Oilers will play the Calgary Flames eight times in the 2023-24 season.
Additional Information
- The Oilers’ website is https://www.nhl.com/oilers/.
- The Oilers’ Twitter account is [@EdmontonOilers].
- The Oilers’ Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/Oilers.NHL/.
- The Oilers’ Instagram account is [@EdmontonOilers].
