By the Numbers: How Jari Kurri Made #17 an Edmonton Oilers Icon
Number "17" isn’t just a number in Edmonton—it’s Jari Kurri, clutch hockey, and the heartbeat of a dynasty. Relive how one player turned two digits into legend.
Number "17" isn’t just a number in Edmonton—it’s Jari Kurri, clutch hockey, and the heartbeat of a dynasty. Relive how one player turned two digits into legend.

Grit over glamour defined Edmonton Oiler #16. Kelly Buchberger’s toughness, leadership, and loyalty turned a late draft pick into an enduring Oilers legend.

Number 15 isn’t just a jersey—it's Milt Schmidt: Bruins legend, WWII hero, Art Ross winner, and the blueprint for hockey greatness.

Jersey #14 isn’t flashy—but it’s worn by players with grit, skill, and heart. From Keon to Shanahan, discover why this number always makes fans pay attention.

Battle of Alberta reached full boil the night the goalies dropped the gloves—an unforgettable, center-ice showdown that lit an NHL rivalry on fire.

How #13 went from superstition to symbol: the creativity, heart, and legacy Johnny Gaudreau stamped on one of hockey’s most iconic numbers.

From Jarome Iginla’s fire to Yvan Cournoyer’s speed, five legends turned the humble #12 into one of hockey’s most quietly iconic numbers.

Why #11 still sends a jolt through hockey: the legacy, the leadership, and the legend who turned a number into an identity—Mark Messier.

Jersey Number "10" isn’t just a number—it’s a legacy shaped by icons, steady leaders, and game-changers whose stories still echo through NHL history.
Hockey’s iconic number "9" was built by legends—Richard, Howe, and Hull. Three superstars, one number, and a legacy that still defines greatness.

Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers isn’t just a game—it’s a reunion of mentor and protégé. Knoblauch coached Reinhart in junior; now they clash in the NHL.

Where were you when Kirk McLean made "The Save" in 1994 for the Vancouver Canucks? One stop, endless memories, and a city that roared like never before.

Ovechkin at 40 is still pure electricity—hat tricks, milestones, swagger. Number 8 isn’t just a jersey number; it’s a living, roaring legend on ice.

Edmonton Oilers dazzle with offense, but 82 goals against are testing fans’ patience—can Edmonton tighten up before it really costs them?

Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers isn’t just a game—it’s a reunion of mentor and protégé. Knoblauch coached Reinhart in junior; now they clash in the NHL.
The number 7 is hockey’s legendary digit—fueling Game 7 drama, iconic Bruins moments, and record-shattering feats that still leave fans in awe.

Edmonton Oilers tumble into early-season turmoil as leadership questions, lost swagger, coaching shifts, lineup doubts spark fan panic on a defining road trip.

The number 6 isn’t flashy, but it’s everywhere in NHL lore—from the Original Six era to iconic defensemen and legends who made the number timeless.

Forget the flash—Andy Moog was the calm, dependable heartbeat of the Edmonton Oilers’ dynasty, quietly keeping chaos at bay in net.

The number 5 is quietly everywhere in the game of hockey: 5 skaters, the dreaded five-hole, and the unforgettable number "5" worn by Maple Leafs Bill Barilko.

Stuart Skinner’s heating up—clutch OT saves, steady wins, true #1 potential. If the Oilers want momentum, they need to ride the goalie who’s finding his groove.

Number 4 isn’t just a digit in hockey—it’s Béliveau’s class, Orr’s brilliance, and Lowe’s grit. Three NHL legends, one iconic number.

Legends in the crease: How Bower, Plante, and Luongo turned the humble #1 into hockey’s boldest badge of grit, innovation, and calm confidence.

Legends in the crease: How Bower, Plante, and Luongo turned the humble #1 into hockey’s boldest badge of grit, innovation, and calm confidence.

In a league of constant change, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins remains Edmonton’s steady core—loyal, reliable, and quietly driving the Oilers forward.

Edmonton Oilers hired Peter Aubry to stabilize the crease, but 19 games in, are Skinner & Pickard finally delivering—or is the Oilers’ net still a gamble?

Brad Marchand just hit 1,000 NHL points! From clutch assists to chaos on ice, the Florida Panthers star proves age is just a number.

Bobby Orr’s unforgettable 7-point explosion on November 15, 1973 redefined what a defenseman could be—and gave Boston Bruins fans a night they’ll never forget.

Legends in the crease: How Bower, Plante, and Luongo turned the humble #1 into hockey’s boldest badge of grit, innovation, and calm confidence.

Tim Stützle stole the show vs. Boston—2 goals, 1 assist, and a win that ended the Bruins’ streak. Ottawa Senators' rising star is just getting started.

Corey Perry may be 40, but he’s still tilting games, racking goals, and leaving the Edmonton Oilers wondering what they gave up.

Offense sputtering, defence holding strong—Calgary Flames' season is a tense balancing act. Can the Flames find their scoring touch before time runs out?

From Trail’s rinks to the NHL: How Kent Johnson and Steve McCarthy carried small-town grit to the Columbus Blue Jackets

Hometown hero hits a milestone: Stuart Skinner’s OT win in Philly ties Cam Talbot with 104 career victories in an Edmonton Oilers sweater.

Ten years after being drafted, Connor McDavid’s legacy looms large—but does he still owe the Edmonton Oilers anything? Maybe he’s already given enough.

From “King Richard” in net to master of the canvas—Richard Brodeur’s journey from Vancouver Canucks legend to artist paints hockey’s soul anew.

Before the Sedins or Linden, there was Orland Kurtenbach—the steady first captain who showed the Vancouver Canucks what kind of team it could be.

Period 1 ends: Oilers down 2‑0 to Avalanche as Makar shines. Can Edmonton bounce back and swing the momentum in their favor?