Dear Edmonton Oilers fans and community,
As I reflect on my time with the Edmonton Oilers, I am filled with gratitude for the consistent support and enthusiasm you have shown me and our team. Your passion and dedication have been an ongoing source of inspiration, and I am grateful for the great bond we share.
From the minute I was drafted by the Oilers, I knew I was part of something unique. The intensity at Rogers Place, the sea of orange and blue, and the deafening cheers are experiences that cannot be properly described in words. Every time I step onto the ice, I am reminded of the pride and passion that characterize Oil Country. Your encouragement motivates me to give my all, game after game, and I am deeply pleased to represent this community.
This season has been full of ups and downs, accomplishments and struggles. Your faith in us has served as our foundation throughout. Whether celebrating a spectacular victory or learning from a difficult loss, you have been unwaveringly committed to us. Your dedication represents what it means to be a part of the Oilers family, and we are extremely lucky to have such ardent supporters.
I’d like to express my heartfelt gratitude to my teammates, the coaching staff, and everyone behind the scenes who worked diligently to achieve our victory. The camaraderie and solidarity we have as a team are critical to our success. I am happy to skate alongside such skilled and devoted people, and we have met every difficulty with tenacity and endurance.
I’d like to send this message to young fans who desire to play in the NHL someday: your goals are feasible. Believe in yourself, work hard, and don’t give up. The encouragement and love I’ve received from this incredible community has taught me the value of endurance and determination. You are the future of hockey, and I am excited to see what you can accomplish.
As I reflect on my time with the Edmonton Oilers, I am filled with pride and gratitude for the memories we made together. Thank you for inviting me to your community and being the driving factor behind our success. I am honored to be a member of this wonderful company and excited about what the future holds.
With deepest gratitude.
Connor McDavid