Oilers' Connor Ingram Discusses Mental Health and Recent Progress
Connor Ingram, goalie for the Edmonton Oilers' AHL affiliate Bakersfield Condors, recently opened up about his mental health struggles and update on his professional comeback.
Mental Health Challenges
In a New York Times article, Ingram revealed the difficulties he faced re-adjusting to professional hockey after missing most of the 2024-25 season for personal reasons. He had entered the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program twice: first in 2021 for depression and undiagnosed obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and again in March 2025 following 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.”
Career and Recovery
Ingram was acquired by the Edmonton Oilers in a trade on October 1, 2025. Since then, he has been playing for their AHL affiliate, the Bakersfield Condors, to regain his form after missing training camp.
Support and Progress
- Entered Player Assistance Program twice for mental health reasons.
- Dealt with depression, OCD, and family health crises.
- Currently focused on returning to full performance in the AHL, building toward an NHL return.
Connor Ingram’s journey highlights the importance of addressing mental health openly in professional sports and the resilience required to overcome personal adversity.
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