Celeste Desjardins shared special message for fiancee Leon Draisaitl (Credit IG @celestedesjardins)

Leon Draisaitl's fiancée Celeste Desjardins pens touching note for Oilers star after mammoth contract extension

Modified Sep 03, 2024 16:45 GMT

Celeste Desjardins, fiancee of Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl, shared a heartfelt message on Instagram after his mammoth contract extension. She posted a picture of them together and another of herself in a custom red jersey with Draisaitl’s name and number 29.

Draisaitl and the Oilers agreed to an eight-year, $112 million contract on Tuesday. Celeste expressed her pride in Draisaitl’s hard work and dedication.

"So incredibly proud of you baby," she wrote in her story. "I've watched you pour so much love and hard work in everything you do. Your commitment and passion for the game is unmatched. I can't wait to see what the next 8 years has in store for you."

She also shared her excitement for their future in Edmonton

"So happy to be on this journey with you and get the privilege to call Edmonton home for the next 8 years. We have created such a beautiful life there with an incredible community and I'm so excited to watch all your greatness continue there. I know how much this city and this team means to you," she added.

“Keep going, my love! I love you. LET'S GO OILERS,” she wrote.

Leon Draisaitl's new contract is a positive step for Oilers' Stanley Cup expectations

Leon Draisaitl, 28, will play his 11th season with the Edmonton Oilers this fall. Draisaitl received the contract extension prior to the start of his final season on an eight-year, $68 million contract signed in 2017.

Now with the extension done, Draisaitl will be pumped up in the upcoming season. This is a positive move considering they lost in Game 7 of Stanley Cup finals last season. Edmonton is expecting another great season, and this move will ensure Draisaitl's focus.

"This is a historic day for the Edmonton Oilers," Bowman said. "Leon's commitment to our team, our city and Oilers fans everywhere cannot be overstated. His desire to help bring a Stanley Cup title home to Edmonton is central to everything he does both on and off the ice." (via NHL.com)

Last season, Leon Draisaitl scored 106 points (41 goals, 65 assists), ranking seventh in the NHL. He also had 31 points in 25 playoff games. Draisaitl ranks second in points and goals in the NHL since 2018-19, only behind fellow teammate Connor McDavid and Toronto Maple Leafs' captain Auston Matthews.