NEWS FLASH:In a stunning turn of events that has left fans across the desert buzzing with emotion Edmonton oilers head coach Krish knoblauch has officially announced that star Mark Messier will be the new……see more

In one of the most surprising announcements to come out of the NHL this season, Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch revealed earlier today that hockey legend Mark Messier will be joining the team in a brand-new role — as Senior Advisor and Leadership Consultant to the organization.

The news sent shockwaves through the hockey world, as Messier — a six-time Stanley Cup champion and one of the most respected figures in the sport — returns to the city where his career first took flight. The Oilers faithful, still cherishing memories of the 1980s dynasty years, erupted with excitement at the thought of “The Moose” once again being part of the blue and orange family.

“Mark embodies everything this franchise stands for — leadership, passion, and an uncompromising will to win,” Knoblauch said at a packed press conference at Rogers Place. “Having him work alongside our players and staff will be invaluable as we continue our pursuit of the Stanley Cup.”

Messier, who captained the Oilers to their fifth Stanley Cup in 1990 before later winning another with the New York Rangers in 1994, expressed both humility and enthusiasm for his new role.

“Edmonton will always be home,” Messier said, smiling as the crowd cheered. “This team has incredible talent and heart. My job is simply to help them realize their full potential — to remind them what it means to wear this crest and chase greatness together.”

Insiders suggest that Messier’s involvement will go beyond mentorship. He is expected to work closely with the Oilers’ leadership core — including captain Connor McDavid and alternate captain Leon Draisaitl — to instill the mental toughness and unity that defined Edmonton’s golden era.

The announcement comes amid the Oilers’ push to solidify their playoff position after a challenging start to the season. Fans hope that Messier’s presence, both on and off the ice, could be the spark the team needs to make another deep run.

Social media exploded within minutes of the news breaking. Hashtags like #MessierReturns and #OilersDynasty2.0 began trending across Canada, while former teammates and NHL legends chimed in with words of praise and nostalgia.

As the cameras flashed and the cheers echoed through Rogers Place, one thing became clear: the spirit of the Oilers’ dynasty lives on — and with Mark Messier back in the fold, the chase for another banner just got a lot more real.