‘Bring back the Oil Drop’: Fans react as Oilers reveal new alternate jersey

The Edmonton Oilers revealed their newest alternate jersey for the 2025-26 season this week. This announcement came just after practice was wrapping up during Oilers Fan Day, with fans in attendance to watch the reveal.

While fans in the building reacted positively to the alternate jersey, reactions online have been mixed.

“Eww. WTF is that logo? This looks like they just took that 1 Jets logo and make it say Oilers instead.” – Paddle_Down via X

“Phew. Kind of like the Rangers anniversary jersey. But this one? And both jerseys look like Walmart fake jerseys.” – Avalanche Germany via X

“I don’t usually do white/cream-based jerseys because I’m too afraid to get them dirty plus I like colour. But I don’t mind these. I like the design.” – PoolNuge3 via X

“Awesome. 10/10. No notes.” – Tyler Yaremchuk via X

“I’m so mad I bought a new one last year These are fire.” – Ta1_ga via Instagram

“Def in the top 5 for worst alt jerseys.” – Dane_eller_10 via Instagram

“They look like a ’50s diner got a beer league team, laaaaame, bring back the Oil Drop!” – Reno Mahkacãp Jackson via Facebook

“Kindergarten kids could have done better at designing a jersey. Worst one in decades.” – Wallace MacDonald via Facebook

“WHOA I ACTUALLY AM LOVING THESE JERSEYS” – BMAXX644 via X

“Now that I’ve seen video, I do like it a bit more. It’s clean. Still don’t love it though. Maybe they’ll grow on me.” – Thelibej via X

“These might be the best jerseys the Oilers have ever released. I LOVE it!” – Austin Hockey via X

The online reactions have varied widely, which is expected. Everyone will have different opinions, and it is impossible to please everyone simultaneously. There was a section of the fanbase that was expecting a bit of a throwback. Something that would be reminiscent of the jerseys worn between 1997 and 2007.