Erie Otters, Connor McDavid

‘Once an Otter always an Otter’ – Erie Otters retiring Connor McDavid’s jersey at pre-game ceremony
It took years of practice and determination for Connor McDavid to reach this pinnacle, and much of that hard work happened here in Erie. McDavid has called his three years in Erie the best of his life.
Connor McDavid Honored As Erie Otters Retire #97 In Emotional Night
The Erie Otters welcomed back their greatest of all time on Friday night. Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid, who played in Erie from 2012 to 2015 before being drafted first overall in the NHL's Entry Draft,
Meet the Erie family who won't be (completely) awed at Connor McDavid retirement ceremony
Bob Catalde and his family watched Connor McDavid grow from a 15-year hockey phenom for the Erie Otters to become the NHL's premiere player. They're looking forward to his brief return to town.
Inside Connor McDavid’s ‘long-lasting’ impact from his years with OHL’s Erie Otters
Bassin has so many anecdotes about McDavid’s time with the Otters, starting with his first scrimmage with the team. McDavid, ever humble, wore his old minor hockey gear instead of Otters colors because he hadn’t made the team yet.
Erie Otters gearing for a big night retiring Connor McDavid’s jersey
An Erie hockey legend is coming back to town Friday and the excitement has only just begun. Connor McDavid is regarded as one of the best hockey players in the NHL, but his success started years ago playing for the Erie Otters.
Connor McDavid's hockey highlights ahead of Erie Otters' number retirement
The inevitable will become reality on Friday when the Erie Otters retired the No. 97 jersey worn by Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid.
Penguins Today: The first time I saw Connor McDavid in Erie
McDavid will face the Penguins tonight and have his jersey retired in Erie tomorrow. His appearances in Pittsburgh are always a big deal.
BLOG: Erie Otters retire McDavid's jersey number
Oilers captain Connor McDavid made a detour from his team's four-game road trip on Friday to spend the day in Erie, Pennsylvania – the city he called home for three Ontario Hockey League seasons as an exceptional status, superstar forward for the Otters.
Highlighting Connor McDavid’s return to Erie to retire his #97 jersey
JET 24/FOX 66’s Mike Fenner talks with Erie legend Connor McDavid and Erie Otters general manager Dave Brown as the Otters retire McDavid’s #97 jersey. Related Coverage
Otters retire McDavid’s no. 97 jersey
Former Erie Otters star Connor McDavid has his no. 97 jersey retired Friday night. The 27-year-old spent three seasons with Erie from 2012-2015 where he amassed 285 points (97 goals) in just 166 games.
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Sarnia Sting rebound to beat Erie Otters
Daylen Moses and Ruslan Karimov each scored twice Saturday in the Sarnia Sting’s 5-3 win over the Erie Otters. They combined with linemate Beckham Edwards for nine points as each player had his first ...
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Otters' Defenseman Matthew Schaefer Named Atop NHL Draft Rankings
Matthew Schaefer ranks as the top North American Skater in the NHL Central Scouting's mid-season rankings for the 2025 Draft.
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Misa becomes fastest to 200 points in team history as Spirit spoil Otters’ night
Kaeden Johnston scored his first goal as a member of the Spirit and Michael Misa recorded a goal and an assist. His 34th goal ...
The Rosters Are Set For The Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game Featuring Plenty Of First Round Talent
The inaugural Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game takes place on Wednesday, Jan. 14th, and the rosters for Team East and ...