BREAKING NEWS: Edmonton Oilers Former Legend Mark Messier Populaly know as “The Moose”Has Returns as NHL Commissioner In a monumental announcement, Edmonton Oilers owner Daryl Katz family has officially declared that The Moose” the legendary Center and long-time face of the franchise, will return to the organization in 2025 as a NHL Commissioner..…… view more……

 In a stunning turn of events that has sent shockwaves throughout the hockey world, Edmonton Oilers owner Daryl Katz and the NHL Board of Governors have officially announced that Mark Messier, affectionately known as “The Moose,” will take over as the next Commissioner of the National Hockey League beginning in the 2025–26 season.

Messier, a six-time Stanley Cup champion and one of the most respected leaders in the history of professional hockey, becomes the first former player to assume the league’s top executive role. The announcement was made early Thursday morning at Rogers Place, where Katz and NHL executives joined Messier for a press conference that drew fans, alumni, and media from across North America.

“This is a full-circle moment,” said Katz. “Mark has always represented the heart, spirit, and integrity of the game. There’s no one better suited to guide the NHL into its next era.”

Messier, now 64, expressed both humility and excitement about the appointment. “Hockey has given me everything,” he said. “Now, I want to give back — to help the game grow, to strengthen our communities, and to ensure that every young player, from Edmonton to Helsinki to Tokyo, can dream of playing at the highest level.”

League sources say Messier’s appointment followed months of private discussions within the NHL’s executive offices, with outgoing Commissioner Gary Bettman reportedly offering strong support for the transition. Bettman, who has held the position since 1993, is expected to stay on in an advisory role during the handover.

Fans across social media immediately erupted in celebration, particularly in Edmonton, where Messier’s leadership helped bring multiple Stanley Cup championships to the city during the Oilers’ 1980s dynasty years.

“This feels right,” said one longtime Oilers fan outside Rogers Place. “The Moose is back — and he’s running the whole league!”

Messier’s first official duties as Commissioner are expected to begin next summer following the NHL Draft in Las Vegas.