Edmonton Oilers team and ticket information

Barring prairie dogs and clear blue skies, Edmonton Oilers tickets may just be the easiest hockey tickets to find. Buying available Oilers tickets, however, may prove to be a challenge since the team founded originally as the Alberta Oilers in 1972 have a legendary standing among locals. That's where ABCTickets.com comes in. We've got a knack and nailing down those prized Edmonton Oilers tickets, which are tickets to see of the greatest hockey franchises of all time. Housed in Edmonton's Rexall Place, the Oilers won the Stanley Cup five times in the 1980s but have yet to regain the glory days of old.

THE COACH

Veteran all-star and four-time Stanley Cup player Craig MacTavish has lead the Oilers since the 2000 season. Known best for his defensive acumen and quick draw in a face-off, MacTavish's record speaks for itself: the man played in over 1,000 games, including 193 playoff matches. Leading the Oilers straight to the Stanley Cup, MacTavish's tutelage may very well be the factor that leads the perennial-underdog Oilers to victory this year. While starting the '06 season off at a forgettable 2-2 start, MacTavish will have to best the formidable Minnesota Wild and archrival Canucks to propel the team back to its former glory.

THE STAR

Named captain after the departure of Doug Weight, defenseman Jason Smith has seen the Stanley Cup finals twice; the Calgary native won the championships upon his trade to the New Jersey devils in '95 and suffered with his team the heartbreak of a Game 7 loss to the Hurricanes. Smith is a physical defenseman, a marquis asset to the NHL in his speed and devastating hits. Smith is a consistent handler and skater, his play set-ups indispensable during last year's run to the Stanley Cup. Watch for his passing ability and keen eye for power-play kills.

THE TEAM

The Oilers posted incredible numbers last year, finishing the season with over 90 points. A supremely underrated team, the Oilers may not have the marquis power of Detroit, Colorado, or New Jersey, but they are not to be discounted. Edmonton is a team that rolls with the punches, not one to suffer consistent losses or wins. Despite the commanding presence of team captain Jason Smith, the Oilers have had problems maintaining a good defense. Much to the chagrin of their fans, the franchise acquired heavily-touted forward Robbie Schremp.

THE ARENA

Known to most natives as Northlands Coliseum, Rexall Place can hold 16,830 screaming hockey fans. With ice favored by many as the best in the NHL, Rexall Place is located in central Edmonton at 7424 118 Ave. N.W.
 

Past Edmonton Oilers ticket info

It might be a good idea to line up your Edmonton Oilers tickets early this year. The Oilers look to be on a hot streak after missing the NHL Playoffs by a mere two points in 2004. The burning memory of that narrow miss means Edmonton will be out for blood in every game, trying to lock up a playoff spot in any way possible. The Rexall Place should be a hotspot for scoring in the Western Conference, bolstered by Edmonton’s personnel moves in the long offseason. The tantalizing prospect of a Northwest Division title and a post-season berth is driving Edmonton Oilers ticket sales through the roof.

The last Edmonton Oilers team to hit the ice finished on a tear, losing just once in their last 15 games. The momentum of that final push, and the heartbreaking near miss of an NHL Playoff berth will provide inspiration for top quality play all season. The Oilers got off to a tepid start in 2003, playing .500 hockey early in the season. But December was a disaster. Edmonton struggled and won only two games all month. It would be March before the Oilers caught fire and went on their hot streak. By that time, it was too late to lock up a spot in the NHL Playoff picture.

NHL hockey fans with Edmonton Oilers tickets will be watching a team that will put Chris Pronger, obtained in a trade with St. Louis, and Jason Smith together on the front line. Michael Peca was brought in from the New York Islanders. The high-energy forward should provide a boost to the Oilers scoring activity. Ty Conklin will take over in the net. Conklin, who averaged 2.42 goals-against-average in 38 games last season, replaces Tommy Salo.

NHL hockey fans who want to see a team leave it all out on the ice should start reserving their Edmonton Oilers tickets today. There’s nothing like the fresh memory of a near miss to get a team motivated, and the Oilers were a hair away in 2004. With the NHL playoff carrot dangling in front of them in 2005-2006, Edmonton won’t be leaving any scoring opportunities on the table. That attitude means there’s no better bargain for NHL tickets than Edmonton Oilers tickets.