I just knew he was gonna be great. He is a big d man who is so good in his own zone and makes sweet outlet passes. Never forget the huge role he played in the cup run against the pens years ago and he’s a consistent 30 point d man. People who were worried about his offensive production should be relieved. He could easily have had 2 apples if not for mcdvaid interfering with McCabe as well. That’s how good this guy is when he didn’t even need a practice with a team just to have a game like this
What a 24 hours you've had Mattias!!! I hope you got a good nights sleep last night. Give yourself a couple more days to adjust and you'll be just fine. 🏒🏒
While barrie played an important part on the PP and in the dressing room this guy is what the pilers need. Big body, solid on D and looks to be a solid veteran player with leadership and character. Gonna be a great fit.
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Great start Mattias! Perfect fit!
I’m so happy with this trade. Ek is a quality player and seems like an excellent human as well. Welcome to Edmonton Ekholm family!
Really like how he really seems to embrace being a defensive guy and taking on shutdown roles. Oilers desperately need that mentality.
Send him back
I suspect his wife may not be overly pleased with the trade…
This guy is a perfect addition. A calm, well-spoken leader. The defense now has someone to teach them.
I just knew he was gonna be great. He is a big d man who is so good in his own zone and makes sweet outlet passes. Never forget the huge role he played in the cup run against the pens years ago and he’s a consistent 30 point d man. People who were worried about his offensive production should be relieved. He could easily have had 2 apples if not for mcdvaid interfering with McCabe as well. That’s how good this guy is when he didn’t even need a practice with a team just to have a game like this
Good to see a good big man on the blue line………..14 may look good on my next jersey.
Congratulations on your first win with oilers ! More power..! ❤
Welcome to Edmonton, Ekholm!
Looks at yogurt mouth Matheson… " oh this guy " moment.
thank you mattias
What a 24 hours you've had Mattias!!!
I hope you got a good nights sleep last night.
Give yourself a couple more days to adjust and you'll be just fine. 🏒🏒
No bullshit Swedish D men are something special
Kenny strikes gold, great aquisition!
Pure class.
Quickly my favourite Oiler but it’s hard to choose 🔥
sweet
Love this guy's compliment to witnessing Connar McDavid in his world🤣🇨🇦
Character is priceless 😁🇨🇦🇺🇸
🤣🤣🤣🇨🇦🇺🇸
We are back officially 🤣🇨🇦
Leadership needed 😁✔🇨🇦
While barrie played an important part on the PP and in the dressing room this guy is what the pilers need. Big body, solid on D and looks to be a solid veteran player with leadership and character. Gonna be a great fit.
Love the trades we have made. I am genuinely happy to see both guys say they wanted to be here