Oilers’ Better Halves Skip Playoffs for Sun-Soaked Bachelorette in Greece—and Score Viral Stardom
While the Edmonton Oilers chased Stanley Cup glory, their WAGs stole headlines from a luxury party getaway in Greece. Here’s the inside scoop.
- Location: Oilers WAGs celebrated in Greece during Game 1 overtime thriller
- Star Couple: Bachelorette bash for Celeste Desjardins, fiancee of Leon Draisaitl
- Social Buzz: Over 1 million combined Instagram views on party updates
- Stanley Cup: Oilers aiming for first title since 1990
The wives and girlfriends of the Edmonton Oilers were nowhere near the ice as their team rallied to an electrifying overtime win in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals. Instead, they were partying under the Mediterranean sun, living it up on the islands of Greece.
Their reason? A lavish bachelorette blowout for Celeste Desjardins—actress, influencer, and the soon-to-be Mrs. Leon Draisaitl, Edmonton’s own NHL superstar.
Fans back home watched with envy as Lauren McDavid, wife of team captain Connor McDavid, documented every sun-soaked moment on Instagram. Selfies from private jets, breezy boat rides, midnight beach parties—the Oilers’ WAGs showed their flair for making headlines off the ice.
And despite being thousands of kilometers away, these loyal fans made sure not to miss a second of the action. Watching the overtime drama unfold at 40,000 feet, the group’s cheers must have echoed all the way back to Edmonton as Draisaitl clinched the winner.
The only hitch? The bachelorette bash happened to fall smack in the middle of the Stanley Cup Finals—a scheduling twist that left Lauren McDavid joking about their “less than ideal timing.”
Desjardins and close friends like Mikayla Nurse, wife of Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse, glammed up their Instagram Stories with photos of ocean adventures and Greek nightlife. Their travel chronicles have already gone viral, trending across Canada and beyond.
Why Did the Oilers’ WAGs Miss Game 1?
<Packed schedules and wedding plans collided. With Desjardins planning to wed in 2025, her bridal party seized a rare break between playoff games to escape to Greece. Advance bookings and playoff surprises made rescheduling impossible, so the party pressed on—Stanley Cup or not.
How Did Fans and Players React?
Fans lashed social media with questions, wondering if absence meant a snub. Instead, Oilers’ stars and their partners have laughed off the drama, emphasizing long-standing support from afar. Social feeds filled with #GoOilers hashtags and celebratory posts, proving the WAGs’ loyalty is never in doubt.
Could This Set a New Trend for Sporting WAGs?
The Oilers’ WAGs have set a bold example—proving you can support your team and make room for life’s big moments. Expect to see more destination parties and public celebrations, especially as influencer culture reshapes the sports world in 2025.
For more hockey news, visit NHL.com. For trendsetting travel content, check out Instagram, where these stories first exploded. For live playoff coverage, go to Sportsnet.
What’s Next for the Oilers and Their Star Couples?
With Game 2 fast approaching in Edmonton and the series moving to Florida soon after, all eyes will be on the Oilers’ Stanley Cup quest—and the next move from their Instagram-famous inner circle.
Don’t Miss a Moment: Follow the Oilers’ Playoff Run and the WAGs’ Global Adventures!
Checklist for True Fans:
- Watch the Oilers in Game 2 and beyond
- Follow Lauren McDavid and Celeste Desjardins on Instagram for exclusive updates
- Check NHL and Sportsnet for the latest scores and stories
- Share your playoff party pics with #GoOilers—will your celebration top Greece?
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