THIS IS THE BEST NEWS WE COULD HOPE FOR: NHL Legend Mark Messier Returns as Key Principal Owner of the Edmonton Oilers
Pure joy and electric excitement are sweeping across Oil Country as legendary former captain and Hockey Hall of Famer Mark Messier has made a monumental return to the Edmonton Oilers — this time, not on the ice, but in the boardroom.
The Edmonton Oilers and the NHL community at large are celebrating as Messier officially joins the franchise as a Key Principal Owner, bringing one of hockey’s most iconic figures back to the team where it all began.
“This is the best news we could hope for,” said one Oilers fan outside Rogers Place. “Mess is back where he belongs.”
Messier, a six-time Stanley Cup champion — including five with the Oilers during their dynasty years in the 1980s — is widely regarded as one of the greatest leaders in sports history. His return to Edmonton in a leadership and ownership role is being hailed as both a full-circle moment and a bold new era for the franchise.
In a press conference earlier today, Messier said:
“Edmonton is home. The Oilers are family. This team gave me everything, and now it’s time for me to give back in a bigger way — to help lead this organization to even greater heights.”
While full details of his role are still developing, sources close to the organization indicate that Messier will play an active role in hockey operations, leadership development, community engagement, and the long-term vision of the club. His presence adds instant credibility and emotional fuel to a team that’s been knocking on the door of another Stanley Cup run in recent seasons.
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman also weighed in, calling Messier’s return “an incredible moment not just for Edmonton, but for the entire NHL.” He added, “Mark’s impact on the game is immeasurable, and seeing him reinvest in the Oilers is a testament to the enduring power of hockey’s roots.”
The news has ignited a wildfire of excitement across social media, with hashtags like #MessierReturns, #OilersForever, and #OilCountryRejoices trending within minutes of the announcement.
Players past and present, including Oilers captain Connor McDavid, have publicly welcomed Messier back, with McDavid posting on X (formerly Twitter):
“Honored to have one of the greatest leaders in hockey history back with the Oilers. Let’s make history again, Mark.”
With Messier back in the fold, Oilers fans are daring to dream — not just of nostalgia, but of a future filled with championship banners, led by one of the men who helped hang the originals.
