McDavid, Erie Otters

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.
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,
‘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.
No more No. 97: Erie Otters retire Connor McDavid's jersey before sold-out crowd
Connor McDavid's No. 97 jersey joined those of Brad Boyes (16) and Vince Scott (18) when the Erie Otters retired it Friday at Erie Insurance Arena.
'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.
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.
McDavid has number retired by Erie Otters of OHL
Number 97 in the rafters forever! 9⃣7⃣ Connor McDavid's legacy as an @ErieOtters is officially recognized as his jersey is retired in honour of his incredible junior hockey career 🎥 #OHL | @CHLHockey pic.twitter.com/yCR8AeUZoy
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.
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.
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Connor McDavid's hockey highlights ahead of Erie Otters' number retirement
Connor McDavid's jersey number for the Erie Otters: 97. His three-season goal total for them: 97. Such numeric equality only reinforces why the Ontario Hockey League franchise will officially ...
Edmonton Oilers’ McDavid gives inspiring speech to his old junior team
Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid was in Erie last night to witness his jersey get raised up into the rafters.