Ryan Nugent-Hopkins becomes Oilers’ games played leader

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins made Edmonton Oilers history on November 3, 2026, becoming the franchise's all-time leader in regular-season games played with 1,038. He achieved this milestone during a game against the New Jersey Devils, surpassing former defenseman Kevin Lowe's record of 1,037 games. Edmonton honored Nugent-Hopkins with a video tribute in recognition of his long tenure with the team. The 33-year-old forward reflected on the significance of the achievement and expressed gratitude to teammates, staff, and trainers who supported him throughout his 16 seasons with the organization. This milestone highlights his consistent contributions, especially alongside stars like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.

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