The Edmonton Oilers are a Western Conference, Northwest Division NHL hockey team based in Edmonton, Alberta. Founded in 1972, the Oilers originally played for the now defunct World Hockey Association. To date, they have won 7 division titles, 7 conference titles, and 5 Stanley Cups. Their home court is Rexall Place and the team’s head coach is currently Craig MacTavish. The Oilers are owned by Daryl Katz. Minor league affiliates include the Springfield Falcons and the Stockton Thunder.
Prominent Oilers players include Wayne Gretsky and Jason Smith.