Oilers' Connor Ingram Discusses Mental Health and Progress
Connor Ingram, goalie for the Bakersfield Condors, the AHL affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers, recently opened up about his mental health struggles and ongoing recovery. After missing most of the 2024-25 season due to personal reasons, Ingram has been working to regain his form following a trade to the Oilers organization on October 1, 2025.
Mental Health Challenges
Ingram has previously participated twice in the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program. The first time was in 2021 for depression and undiagnosed obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). He entered the program again in March 2025 in the wake of traumatic family events—his mother’s passing and his father’s cancer diagnosis.
"When I stepped away, I knew it was probably: keep playing hockey or lose your life. I made a decision, and I accepted what was going to come next."
Current Playing Status
Since the trade, Ingram has been playing in the AHL with Bakersfield to rebuild his fitness and skills after missing training camp. This period is crucial for his adjustment back into professional hockey and his mental health recovery.
Additional Context
- Ingram joined the Edmonton Oilers system after being traded on October 1, 2025.
- His time away from the game was motivated by severe personal and mental health struggles.
Photo Credit
Christopher Creveling - Imagn Images
Author’s Summary: Connor Ingram’s journey highlights the importance of mental health awareness in professional sports and his determination to return stronger after significant personal hardships.
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