Mattias Ekholm On Getting Traded To Edmonton And More | After The Horn

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  • Edmonton Oilers defenceman Mattias Ekholm sits down with Christine Simpson to discuss moving north, making a run in the playoffs, balancing hockey with family and much more.
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    Mattias Ekholm On Getting Traded To Edmonton And More | After The Horn
    #NHL #StanleyCup #EdmontonOilers #Edmonton #Oilers #Hockey
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  • @Shawn-st2lx
    @Shawn-st2lx Рік тому +126

    This guy really helped shore up a struggling defense. I'm glad to see he and his family are fitting in well.

    • @Oujump
      @Oujump Рік тому

      sure but he 32 LOL

    • @Shawn-st2lx
      @Shawn-st2lx Рік тому +7

      @@Oujump so? Pavelski just got 4 goals and he's 38. I'm not expecting Ekholm to be with the team for a decade, but he still shored up the defensive woes the Oilers had.

    • @Oujump
      @Oujump Рік тому

      @@Shawn-st2lx but pavelski is a different story

    • @gunman462
      @gunman462 Рік тому +6

      @@Oujump Big strong Defensemen age better than skilled forwards, Ekholm is still right in his prime.

    • @mcleod21679
      @mcleod21679 Рік тому +1

      ​@@Oujump where has your d core got you so far?

  • @r3dtig3r
    @r3dtig3r Рік тому +92

    It's refreshing hearing other people happy to come to Edmonton. I love it here. Beautiful rolling plains and the northern sky keep me here.

    • @dnice4145
      @dnice4145 Рік тому +7

      I've lived in other parts of Canada and overseas and Edmonton is a great city to live in comparatively.

    • @Cope59
      @Cope59 Рік тому +3

      I lived in edmonton for a couples of years and definitely enjoyed it. I found myself coming back to bc only because I missed the mountains lol. But honestly I wouldn't mind moving back. It would make going to games a 100 times easier aha

    • @alexandrapreston7283
      @alexandrapreston7283 Рік тому +1

      R u being held at gun point?

    • @alexandrapreston7283
      @alexandrapreston7283 Рік тому +3

      ​@@dnice4145 Rlly? Maybe I just need to be more appreciative of where I am

    • @BobsUruncle-dl7cs
      @BobsUruncle-dl7cs Рік тому

      @@alexandrapreston7283 They are full of crap and are just more freakish online trolls that hide the ugly underbelly of edmonton they are probably getting paid to throw shade on the reality of living in the cesspool called Edmonton. Its actually hard to stomach all the garbage I read from these hired trolls.

  • @kylef4357
    @kylef4357 Рік тому +18

    Leafs fan here, this was so wholesome. Ekholm and his mighty beard has been a massive add for the oilers!

  • @JohnMikhail-fy9ew
    @JohnMikhail-fy9ew Рік тому +59

    We got such an amazing player in getting Mattias. So happy we have him on the Oilers! Definitely lost a beauty in Barrie though, but gotta give something to get something

    • @gunman462
      @gunman462 Рік тому

      @@Mitch-ui8ps Exactly, Ekholm brings the best of both worlds.

  • @CP4Z167
    @CP4Z167 Рік тому +28

    As an Oilers fan I instantly became a fan of this guy. Consistent steady play on ice, seems like a cool, chill friendly guy off ice

  • @Peksisarvinen
    @Peksisarvinen Рік тому +27

    From right here in the Northern circle, just a hop over the ocean to the East, I was over the moon when I heard Edmonton got Ekholm. He was and still is extremely underrated as a player. And moreover, he is exactly what the Oilers needed. And he has proven it. Still a lot of hockey left to play, but this team's something special for sure. Hope Ekholm and his family have a long and fruitful stay in Edmonton.

  • @classic.cameras
    @classic.cameras Рік тому +16

    It's what the Oilers needed. Some vicious Viking help. I am already a huge fan of this guy as a Oiler.

  • @deanm3464
    @deanm3464 Рік тому +16

    Ekholm is amazing, great deadline acquisitions this year! I hope Ekholm and his awesome family are here in Edmonton for a long time

  • @OilRacki
    @OilRacki Рік тому +9

    I love these guys. They're both such awesome people, and I love that they are not just "OK" with living in Edmonton, but actually prefer a place like Edmonton because it's similar to home. We don't ever really see that. They are just down to Earth people, which is rare for a player of his caliber. He's also a big difference maker on defense, both with his skillset on the ice, and also off. You can tell the impact he's made on Bouchard, already. Bouchard is able to grow into the player he's built to be because Ekholm handles the stuff that Bouchard doesn't excel at. I also think Bouchard has gained some toughness as a player, which is weird.. I didn't expect that. Great interview!

  • @tman6663
    @tman6663 Рік тому +9

    That was awesome! All the best to the Ekholms!
    Welcome to the Oiler family in Edmonton!

  • @shaverge
    @shaverge Рік тому +7

    will always be a fan favorite in Nashville, what a class act

  • @v.demonaco3718
    @v.demonaco3718 Рік тому +18

    As a Swede watching the NHL Mattias has become more recognized and popular after the trade to EDM. But comparing Nashville to Edmonton would be similar to comparing Real Sociedad to Real Madrid. The Oilers are an institution. I'd imagine winning the Cup as an Oiler would be the ultimate hockey experience, aside from winning the Olympics. Heja Mattias!

  • @datriaxsondor590
    @datriaxsondor590 Рік тому +7

    Nice couple. Nice family. You and your family, are good hands in Edmonton, Mattias. Best of luck going forward.

  • @ocramocram1
    @ocramocram1 Рік тому +11

    As an Edmontonian, I love it here. I know it's my home and I'm biased, but I think it's a fantastic place to live. I also love the cold winters. :)

  • @cskvision
    @cskvision Рік тому +6

    It’s fantastic the family loves it here. He was stellar in Nashville and glad to see our Ikea makes them feel right at home. 😎🇸🇪

  • @matskarlsson924
    @matskarlsson924 Рік тому +3

    Outstanding interview, almost like a commercial for Edmonton as a city and as a team, the perfect match.

  • @gregorycaldwell3721
    @gregorycaldwell3721 Рік тому +2

    Quality people. Happy to have them here in Edmonton.

  • @ericawright429
    @ericawright429 Рік тому +9

    Lovely interview! They are both so engaging. Edmonton is lucky :)

  • @RPlett-ff5ri
    @RPlett-ff5ri Рік тому +5

    Welcome to Edmonton!!! I love these folks!

  • @tequila6306
    @tequila6306 Рік тому +12

    The absolute perfect player for this Oilers, the missing piece of the puzzle imo

  • @TH-tl6sy
    @TH-tl6sy Рік тому +5

    So funny I have a swedish friend that immigrated to California, but couldn't handle the heat and moved to Edmonton. Ended up retiring in Edmonton. Some people are just built for cold.

  • @tenhouradaygamer1009
    @tenhouradaygamer1009 Рік тому +4

    Edmonton loves the Ekholms!!

  • @averyhamilton4945
    @averyhamilton4945 Рік тому +2

    Loved having Eks in Nashville. I can also see that the accent rubbed off on him a little bit 😂. Best of luck in Edmonton, man.

    • @barrykidd1977
      @barrykidd1977 Рік тому

      You can hear a little TN twang in there, can’t you?

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +3

    Great addition ❤🇨🇦✔

  • @colecadieux9370
    @colecadieux9370 Місяць тому

    Just a beautiful family inside and out.

  • @Steno316
    @Steno316 Рік тому +6

    Never got an interview with Lauren Pronger like this

  • @dustinadagala2590
    @dustinadagala2590 Рік тому +4

    What he has done for the defence has been stellar. And Evan b has been the player who has enjoyed it the most

  • @cindyrussell1581
    @cindyrussell1581 Рік тому +5

    As a true Oiler fan im sure glad we picked him up, great player.

  • @nowayinhell91
    @nowayinhell91 Рік тому +4

    These two are adorable ❤

  • @ejomamma6234
    @ejomamma6234 2 місяці тому

    Good luck and all the best always!

  • @rossmartens
    @rossmartens Рік тому +2

    What a great dude

  • @brandonpatrick6489
    @brandonpatrick6489 Рік тому +1

    Definitely one of the most underrated defenseman in the league. Glad he likes the city & he feels at home here! Having his veteran experience & leadership in the room has really helped our young guys like Bouchard & Broberg.

  • @ryleyw3684
    @ryleyw3684 15 днів тому

    Just seeing this now but, hes one of my favorites on the team, opened a Tim Hortons Duo card with him on it, I don't really collect hockey card but got back into hockey this year and decided to get a few packs. So that was cool.
    Ive been oilers fan since 2005/6 grade 3, and with family thar lived in Edmonton too, but I love 8 hrs away so going to a game isn't and wasn't something we did, but hopefully 2024/25 season my brother and I can go he lived there for a few years and gone to a few this year.

  • @Inosuke_Hashibira75
    @Inosuke_Hashibira75 Рік тому +4

    This was the player I was hoping holland traded for and I’m pumped he’s with the oilers. So glad holland didn’t trade for chychrun

  • @theAV8R
    @theAV8R Рік тому +7

    Dammit now I have to buy another jersey.

  • @REAPER-1xxx
    @REAPER-1xxx Рік тому

    Beautiful family. I hope they continue to enjoy their stay.

  • @stephenletts4942
    @stephenletts4942 Рік тому

    Great Interview!

  • @Jiordanios
    @Jiordanios Рік тому +1

    This was awesome!

  • @rickmoorey1866
    @rickmoorey1866 Рік тому +3

    The fact he’s already talking about years past this deal. I remember the dark days in Edmonton. Who cut the onion?

  • @-StarChildr3n-
    @-StarChildr3n- Рік тому

    Great watch

  • @chrisbatoche7532
    @chrisbatoche7532 Рік тому +2

    This is our year baby

  • @bigchuy
    @bigchuy Рік тому +4

    Love how Toronto media always make it about the city like there's nowhere else in Canada to live....

  • @happycanayjian1582
    @happycanayjian1582 Рік тому +7

    Hey Mattias, if you need help assembling IKEA furniture, I’m your man. I can get frustrated and swear with the best of ‘em. 💪🏼🤬

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +2

    Reminds of Randy Greg 😁🇨🇦

  • @alsshenanigans2883
    @alsshenanigans2883 Рік тому

    great interview!!!! lets go oilers! its not if just when the cup coming back to Edmonton. I bet its in his time as a oiler.

  • @aidanbogner2839
    @aidanbogner2839 Рік тому +3

    love that they mentioned ikea lmao

  • @gged
    @gged Рік тому +5

    Give holland credit for getting eks every oiler fan woulda chose Karlsson and that woulda been a mistake eks was a way better choice

  • @audreyjeffrey9026
    @audreyjeffrey9026 Рік тому +1

    Mattias is my new favourite Oiler.

  • @johnsinglet575
    @johnsinglet575 Рік тому +1

    As a neutral fan, Ekholm was an amazing pickup by the Oilers. He should help stabilize their blue line going forward.

  • @brentnielsen2010
    @brentnielsen2010 Рік тому

    Hey Mattias, how are you enjoying playing in Edmonton? "Well there is an Ikea, so there's that" Low-key, he has become one of my favorite players on the Oilers. What a great family, welcome Mattias, I hope you find success here!!!

  • @ghostofdream
    @ghostofdream Рік тому +2

    im so happy to see how this mn and his family really want to be here. lets go

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +7

    Perfect wife perfect life✔🇨🇦

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +3

    Winter warriors 😂🇨🇦

  • @GeeDee-zk9sq
    @GeeDee-zk9sq Рік тому

    Grind grind grind.

  • @Logjam5
    @Logjam5 Рік тому

    Nice.

  • @BigGoldChungus
    @BigGoldChungus Рік тому

    Edmonton is a great place to be from

  • @user-ko7cq6sp5f
    @user-ko7cq6sp5f Рік тому +1

  • @slothfratelli5546
    @slothfratelli5546 Рік тому

    1st class

  • @TheChuckles1985
    @TheChuckles1985 Рік тому +1

    This Will Be The Year The Cup Comes Home To Edmonton :)
    #LetsGoOilers

  • @halmartin7417
    @halmartin7417 Рік тому +6

    Don't shave that beard, Sampson...

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +2

    Stay at home grit 😂💥🇨🇦

  • @gged
    @gged Рік тому +1

    Why didn’t mark Spector do this interview?lol

  • @ejomamma6234
    @ejomamma6234 2 місяці тому

    Who wouldn't want to be an Oiler, especially with Mac D and Dr Drai with you!

  • @t.k.1448
    @t.k.1448 Рік тому

    I'm guessing on his salary, he doesn't need to buy his home furnishings at IKEA. Great addition to the team and the community.

  • @drew_peabawls13
    @drew_peabawls13 Рік тому

    It would be great to see a real hockey town win the Cup this year.

  • @jade0136
    @jade0136 Рік тому

    LOL 😂 happy about Edmonton

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    That was Ikea southside 😂✔🇨🇦

    • @747Cone
      @747Cone Рік тому +1

      Ekholm’s always going to the airport, it’s on the way!

  • @yourfriendlyneighborhoodsaiyan

    Ekholm looks like hes a lumber jack or even a Viking

  • @Easy_E_94
    @Easy_E_94 Рік тому +2

    Oilers fleeced the league at trade deadline. Noo competition

    • @Swamp_gas12
      @Swamp_gas12 Рік тому

      I think David Poile had something to do with it, being from Edmonton and all and retiring

  • @kamdhatt7648
    @kamdhatt7648 Рік тому

    Absolutely beautiful interview

  • @gomezfriesen
    @gomezfriesen Рік тому +3

    Obi-Wan-Ekholm

  • @slaktaren4849
    @slaktaren4849 Рік тому +4

    Swedes are amazing at speaking english. So weird.

    • @DylanSparks99
      @DylanSparks99 Рік тому

      It's actually pretty common. From a quick Google search over 80% of Sweden speaks it

    • @emh7963
      @emh7963 Рік тому

      It is also pretty similar to English grammatically

    • @DylanSparks99
      @DylanSparks99 Рік тому +1

      @@emh7963 very true. Nordic and Scandinavian languages as well as any Germanic languages are very similar to that of English as they all come from the same roots so it's very easy to learn them when you're a native speaker of another one of those languages. Which can explain why english is very popular in those countries as well

  • @brianhickey666
    @brianhickey666 Рік тому

    Valhalla

  • @Swamp_gas12
    @Swamp_gas12 Рік тому +1

    Bet his wife is glad she's out of the States/little gun control with 3 young kids.

  • @Kangal_06
    @Kangal_06 3 місяці тому

    You can see the dissapointment on his face of being a spoiler 😅😅 hahah .gretzky aint here mf .

  • @newchapterjesse
    @newchapterjesse Рік тому +1

    im sorry but even I am a Edmonton person that lived in Edmonton most of my life the air isn't that great. Now come to The west coast of the Vancouver island

    • @supegdaking
      @supegdaking Рік тому

      Yeah and smell the homeless and curry in the air

    • @LadyDecember
      @LadyDecember Рік тому +1

      I disagree. Edmonton air is magnificent. I had become very nose-blind to it over the years, went away to New York for a vacation and just got assaulted for a straight week with garbage smell. When I flew back into Edmonton, the lush freshness hit me _hard,_ I had no idea my nose-blindness was hiding such a thing for so many years. It was glorious. I took in lungfuls.
      Maybe you just became nose-blind to it.

  • @bxx7666
    @bxx7666 Рік тому

    This guy is a physical force out there

  • @mikealkarout9555
    @mikealkarout9555 Рік тому +1

    The cup is coming home this year to Edmonton!!

  • @MH-jv8ns
    @MH-jv8ns 7 місяців тому

    poor guy....

  • @TheSimpleG5
    @TheSimpleG5 Рік тому