What league does Edmonton Oil Kings play in?

Edmonton Oil Kings play in the WHL.

When was Edmonton Oil Kings founded?

Edmonton Oil Kings was founded in 2007 in Edmonton, AB, CAN, Canada.

Where is Edmonton Oil Kings based?

Edmonton Oil Kings is based in Edmonton, AB, CAN.

Who is the head coach of Edmonton Oil Kings?

The head coach of Edmonton Oil Kings is Jason Smith.

Who is the captain of Edmonton Oil Kings?

The captain of Edmonton Oil Kings is Gavin Hodnett.

What arena does Edmonton Oil Kings play in?

Edmonton Oil Kings play their home games at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB, CAN.

Who is the general manager of Edmonton Oil Kings?

The general manager of Edmonton Oil Kings is Kirt Hill.

What are the team colors of Edmonton Oil Kings?

The team colors of Edmonton Oil Kings are Blue + Gold.

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2025-2026 Edmonton Oil Kings Roster

	#	Player	A	Born	Birthplace	HT	WT	S	CTRCT
GOALTENDERS
	#31	Ethan Simcoe (G)	19	2006	Lac du Bonnet, MB, CAN	6'2"	176	L
	#80	Parker Snell (G)	17	2008	St. Albert, AB, CAN	6'2"	179	L
DEFENSEMEN
	#44	Kayson Anderson (D)	17	2009	Lumsden, SK, CAN	6'2"	159	R
	#3	Blake Fiddler (D)"A"	18	2007	Nashville, TN, USA	6'5"	212	R
	#32	Ryan Gower (D)	18	2007	McCreary, MB, CAN	5'10"	161	L
	#28	Matheas Hejda (D)	16	2009	Columbus, OH, USA	6'1"	170	L
	#27	Josh Lee (D)	18	2008	North Vancouver, BC, CAN	5'8"	143	R
	#47	Ethan MacKenzie (D)"A"	19	2006	West Kelowna, BC, CAN	6'0"	174	L
	#4	Rhys Pederson (D)"A"	19	2006	Stettler, AB, CAN	6'5"	205	L
	#24	Carter Sotheran (D)	20	2005	Sanford, MB, CAN	6'4"	198	R
	#5	Noa Ta'amu (D)	17	2008	Kansas City, MO, USA	6'2"	238	L
	#2	Holden Wouters (D)	15	2010	Vancouver, BC, CAN	6'4"	174	R
	#55	Austin Zemlak (D)	20	2005	Fort McMurray, AB, CAN	6'1"	185	L
FORWARDS
	#8	Max Curran (C/LW)	19	2006	Praha, CZE	6'3"	187	L
	#14	Dylan Dean (F)	17	2008	Maple Grove, MN, USA	6'1"	181	L
	#22	Jaxon Fuder (LW/C)	19	2006	Cold Lake, AB, CAN	6'0"	172	L	27/28
	#12	Kanjyu Gojsic (F)	18	2008	Langley, BC, CAN	6'1"	190	R
	#23	Landon Hanson (F)	20	2006	Grande Prairie, AB, CAN	6'0"	181	R
	#17	Gavin Hodnett (F)"C"	19	2006	Winnipeg, MB, CAN	5'8"	161	L
	#92	Miroslav Holinka (C/W)	20	2005	Kromeriz, CZE	6'2"	198	R	27/28
	#43	Adam Jecho (C/RW)"A"	19	2006	Zlin, CZE	6'5"	201	R	27/28
	#22	Presley Kerner (F)	18	2007	Kelowna, BC, CAN	6'3"	170	R
	#77	Andrew O'Neill (C/RW)	19	2007	Fargo, ND, USA	6'2"	194	R
	#34	Aaron Obobaifo (C)	18	2007	Calgary, AB, CAN	5'10"	185	L
	#18	Luke Powell (F)	18	2007	Edmonton, AB, CAN	5'10"	181	L
	#95	Lukas Sawchyn (RW)	18	2007	Grande Prairie, AB, CAN	5'10"	174	R
	#20	Cage Smith (F)	17	2008	Brooks, AB, CAN	5'10"	150	L
	#10	Kayden Stroeder (F)	16	2009	Saskatoon, SK, CAN	5'10"	150	L
	#25	Tucker Tullikopf (F)	17	2008	Olds, AB, CAN	5'11"	187	L
	#36	Matt Williams (F)	18	2008	Leduc, AB, CAN	6'2"	192	R

Position: G: 2, D: 11, F: 17Av Age: 18.10 yearsAv Ht: 6'1"Av Wt: 181 lbsCompare with other teams »

2025-2026 Edmonton Oil Kings Staff

Head CoachJason Smith
Asst. CoachKyle Chipchura
Asst. CoachDevan Praught
General ManagerKirt Hill
Asst. Conditioning CoachMason Kenny
Development CoachLadislav Smid
Dir. of ScoutingMichael Chan
Franchise OwnerDaryl Katz
Goaltending Development CoachKurtis Mucha
Head Athletic TherapistAdrian Presnilla
Head Equipment ManagerRogan Dean
Pres. of Hockey OperationsKirt Hill
ScoutMurray Brookbank
ScoutScott Coates
ScoutNels Eckland
ScoutTaylor Guay

2025-2026 Edmonton Oil Kings Captains

"C"

Gavin Hodnett

"A"

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Edmonton Oil Kings Facts

Plays in: Western Hockey League
Team Colors: Blue + Gold
Town: Edmonton, AB, CAN Map
Founded: 2007

2025-2026 Edmonton Oil Kings Roster Facts

Nationalities

22 players
5 players
3 players

Experience

Edmonton Oil Kings: 1 953 GP
Czechia: 18 GP

Affiliated Team(s)

Arena Information

Arena Name: Rogers Place
Location: Edmonton, AB, CAN
Capacity: 18 347
Construction Year: 2016

Edmonton Oil Kings Games

date	home	visiting	score	league
02/14/2026 02:00 AM UTC	Calgary Hitmen	Edmonton Oil Kings	-	WHL
02/12/2026 02:00 AM UTC	Edmonton Oil Kings	Everett Silvertips	-	WHL
02/07/2026 02:00 AM UTC	Edmonton Oil Kings	Moose Jaw Warriors	11 - 4	WHL
02/05/2026 02:00 AM UTC	Medicine Hat Tigers	Edmonton Oil Kings	2 - 4	WHL
02/01/2026 01:00 AM UTC	Swift Current Broncos	Edmonton Oil Kings	3 - 6	WHL

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Leaving forSacred Heart Univ.

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Max Curran (F)

Leaving forUMass

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01/24/2026

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Ezekiel Kaebel (F)

Joining fromDallas Stars Elite 16U AAA

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Carter Sotheran (D)

Joining fromPortland Winterhawks

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Niko Tsakumis (D)

Leaving forPortland Winterhawks

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Parker Alcos (D)

Leaving forKelowna Rockets

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Aaron Obobaifo (F)

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Joe Iginla (F)

Leaving forVancouver Giants

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Edmonton Oil Kings History and Standings

season	league	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2025-2026	WHL	50	34	11	-	-	5	221	153	73	1.46	2	-
2024-2025	WHL	68	37	27	-	-	4	248	211	78	1.15	4	First round loss
2023-2024	WHL	68	27	37	-	-	4	227	301	58	0.85	6	Did not make playoffs
2022-2023	WHL	68	10	54	-	-	4	131	338	24	0.35	6	Did not make playoffs
2021-2022	WHL	68	50	14	-	-	4	295	182	104	1.53	1	Champion
2020-2021	WHL	23	20	2	-	-	1	104	41	41	1.78	1	No playoffs held
2019-2020	WHL	64	42	12	-	-	10	239	167	94	1.47	1	Playoffs Cancelled
2018-2019	WHL	68	42	18	-	-	8	259	196	92	1.35	1	Conference Final loss
2017-2018	WHL	72	22	42	-	-	8	204	315	52	0.72	6	Did not make playoffs
2016-2017	WHL	72	23	43	-	-	6	193	292	52	0.72	5	Did not make playoffs
2015-2016	WHL	72	29	36	-	-	7	197	238	65	0.9	5	Conference QF loss
2014-2015	WHL	72	34	31	-	-	7	217	204	75	1.04	5	Conference QF loss
2013-2014	WHL	72	50	19	-	-	3	290	179	103	1.43	1	Champion
2012-2013	WHL	72	51	15	-	-	6	278	155	108	1.5	1	Final loss
2011-2012	WHL	72	50	15	-	-	7	310	193	107	1.49	1	Champion
2010-2011	WHL	72	31	34	5	-	2	249	252	69	0.96	4	Conference QF loss
2009-2010	WHL	72	16	43	-	-	13	169	285	45	0.63	21	Did not make playoffs
2008-2009	WHL	72	29	34	-	-	9	191	252	67	0.93	15	Conference QF loss
2007-2008	WHL	72	22	39	-	-	11	162	241	55	0.76	19	Did not make playoffs

Edmonton Oil Kings Tournament Statistics

season	tournament	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2021-2022	Memorial Cup	3	1	2	-	-	0	9	11	2	0.67	4	Did not make playoffs
2013-2014	Memorial Cup	3	1	2	-	-	-	10	11	2	0.67	3	Champion
2011-2012	Memorial Cup	3	1	2	-	-	-	7	12	2	0.67	3	Did not make playoffs

Edmonton Oil Kings Stars And Cult Players

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