Golden Bear Tyler Palmer is called up by the Edmonton Oilers.
Palmer, a goaltender for the University of Alberta Golden Bears, has recently been called up by the Edmonton Oilers, marking a significant milestone in his hockey career. development underscores the strong ties between the Golden Bears and the Oilers, highlighting the pathway from university hockey to the National Hockey League (NHL).
ckground and Early Career*
Tyleralmer hails from the Elk Valley area and began his hockey journey at a young age. At 13 moved to Lethbridge, Alberta, where he played for the Double A Junior Hurricanes and the Triple A Golden Hawks. His prosion continued with the Spruce Grove Saints in Edmonton, showcasing his growing talent and commitment to the sport. (cranbrotownsman.com)
University of Alberta Goldenrs
Palmer’s collegiate career with the University of Alberta Golden Bears has been marked by impressive performances. In the 2023-2024 season, he achieved a 30-9-2 recordh the Everett Silvertips in the Western Hockey League (WHL), earning the U.S. Division Humanitarian of the Year award. Transitioning to the Golden Bears, Palmer has mainined a high level operformance, boasting an 11-4-0 recor a 2.21 goals-against average, and a .921 save percentage. (dailyfaceoff.com)
Call-Up to the Edmonton Oilers
In late January 2025, Palmer received a -up from the Edmonton Oilers, a testament to his skill and the strong relationship between the uversity program andhNHL team. On January 21, he was designated as the emergency backup goalie (EBUG) for a game against the Washington CapitaAlthough he did not play, the experience allowed him to observe and learn from NHL professionalthegatewayonline.ca)
A weelater, on January 2 Palmer was again called upon, thitime to back up Calvin Pickard against the Seattle Kraken. This opportunity arose due to Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner attending the birth of his child. Palmer’s presence on the bench provided him winvaluable exposure to the NHL environment. (thegatewayonline.ca)
mct and Future Prospects**
Palmer’s call-ups to the Oilers highlight the seamless integration between university hockey and the NHLfering players like him a platform to showcase their talents and gain professional experience. His performances with the Golden Bears and his recent involvement with the Oilers suggest a mising future in ofessional hockey.
The strong relationship between the University of Alberta Golden Bears and the Edmonton Oilers has bbeneficial for both parties. The Oilers have tapped into the talent pool of the Golden Bears for emergency situations, while theversity program gains exposure and credibility from its association with an NHL team.
Tyler Palmer’s recent call-ups to the Edmonton Oilers exemplify the potential pathways from university hockey to the NHL. His dedtion, skill, and the support of the Golden Bears program have positioned him for future success in professional hockey. As he continues to develop and gain experience, Palmer’s journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring hockey players, demonstrating that with talent and perseverance, opportunities at the highest levels of the sport are within reach.
