Connor McDavid, Erie and Otter

‘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.
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.
'Wear The Jersey With Pride': Connor McDavid Empowers New Wave Of Erie Otters
The Erie Otters hold a special place in Connor McDavid's heart. The Edmonton Oilers captain spent three years on the Junior team, and the only other team he's played more hockey for is the Oilers. His time with the Otters was formative for McDavid and impactful for the organization. So much so that last night, the Otters retired his jersey.
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
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,
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.
Erie Otters owner Jim Waters dies at age 73
Erie Otters owner Jim Waters, who bought the team in 2015 and watched it win the Ontario Hockey League championship in 2017, ...
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Erie Otters Dominate Saginaw In Inspirational Win For Owner & Governor Jim Waters
The Erie Otters triumph over the Saginaw Spirit ... Waters served on the OHL's Executive Council of the Board of Governors since 2021-22. “We’re thankful for Jim’s contributions over ...