The Edmonton Oilers made NHL history on Thursday by becoming the first team to dress a full-time emergency backup goaltender for a regular-season game. Brett Epp, wearing number 00, was on the bench for the Oilers' matchup against the Anaheim Ducks at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, on November 5, 2026.
Edmonton Oilers Become First NHL Team to Dress Full-Time Emergency Backup Goalie
