Mattias Ekholm’s commitment to the Edmonton Oilers goes beyond his hunger for a Stanley Cup; his family has also embraced the city since joining the team.
Ekholm’s on-ice impact has been significant, and he has become one of Edmonton’s best defenders since arriving from the Nashville Predators. However, it is not only his skills that have endeared him to the locals; he and his family have bought a new house and are settling into the city. Ekholm has enjoyed experiencing the lively summer festivals and events in Edmonton and has even checked out the CFL and the Edmonton Elks. He continues to be a valued voice in the Oilers’ room and has remained a steady presence on the ice, despite battling a hip flexor injury.
