Celebrating 40 Years of the Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers are celebrating 40 years of hockey in the city of Edmonton. The team has had many ups and downs over the years, but they have always been a fan favorite. In this article, we will take a look back at some of the most memorable moments in Oilers history.

The Early Years

The Oilers were founded in 1979 as part of the World Hockey Association (WHA). The team was originally called the Alberta Oilers, but they changed their name to the Edmonton Oilers in 1980 when they joined the National Hockey League (NHL). The Oilers struggled in their early years, but they made their first playoff appearance in 1981.

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The Gretzky Era

The Oilers' fortunes changed dramatically when they acquired Wayne Gretzky from the Los Angeles Kings in 1988. Gretzky was the greatest player in the world at the time, and he led the Oilers to four Stanley Cup championships in five years.

The Post-Gretzky Era

After Gretzky left the Oilers in 1999, the team struggled for a few years. However, they have since rebuilt and are now one of the top teams in the NHL. The Oilers have won two Stanley Cups since Gretzky left, in 2006 and 2017.

The Future

The Oilers are looking to the future with optimism. The team has a young and talented roster, led by Connor McDavid, who is considered to be the best player in the NHL. The Oilers are hoping to win their third Stanley Cup in the next few years.

Memorable Moments

Here are some of the most memorable moments in Oilers history:

• Gretzky's first goal for the Oilers (October 9, 1988)
• The Oilers' first Stanley Cup victory (May 25, 1984)
• Gretzky's 802nd goal, which broke Gordie Howe's all-time scoring record (March 23, 1994)
• The Oilers' second Stanley Cup victory (May 31, 1985)
• The Oilers' third Stanley Cup victory (May 28, 1987)
• The Oilers' fourth Stanley Cup victory (May 26, 1988)
• The Oilers' fifth Stanley Cup victory (June 11, 1990)
• The Oilers' sixth Stanley Cup victory (June 10, 1992)
• The Oilers' seventh Stanley Cup victory (June 15, 2006)
• The Oilers' eighth Stanley Cup victory (June 12, 2017)

The Edmonton Oilers are one of the most successful teams in NHL history. They have won eight Stanley Cups, and they have had some of the greatest players in the world play for them. The Oilers are a big part of the city of Edmonton, and they are loved by fans all over the world.

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Grit and Glory: Celebrating 40 Years of the Edmonton Oilers

by Christopher Van Tilburg

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Language	:	English
File size	:	338925 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	320 pages

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