Oilers become first team to dress full-time EBUG
The Edmonton Oilers became the first team to have a full-time EBUG dress for an NHL game on Thursday night.
Edmonton's emergency backup goalie, Brett Epp, made his debut for the Oilers' home game against the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday night. Matt Tomkins started in net for the Oilers. Tristan Jarry was absent due to illness. As per NHL regulations since the 2026-27 season, each team must have a full-time EBUG on their roster. The EBUGs, who wear No. 00, must have played a maximum of 80 games in professional hockey and not have played in the NHL under a standard contract within the past three campaigns.
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- Brett Epp serves as backup as Oilers become first team to dress full-time EBUG winnipegfreepress.com
