BREAKING: Elon Musk’s Father Announces $10 Million Donation to Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers — Cites Elon’s Love for the Team and Canadian Roots
April 11, 2025 – Edmonton, AB
In a stunning and unexpected development that has taken the hockey world by surprise, Errol Musk, the father of tech billionaire Elon Musk, has publicly announced his plan to donate $10 million to Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers organization.
The announcement, made during a brief media interaction earlier today, emphasized the Musk family’s deep-rooted connection to Canada—and Elon’s long-standing admiration for the Oilers.
“My son Elon absolutely loves the Oilers hockey team,” Errol Musk shared. “His grandmother was Canadian, we have family in Canada, and he’s wanted to support the Edmonton Oilers for quite some time now.”
A Personal Tie to Canada
While Elon Musk is best known as the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, with a reputation for innovation and disruption, few are aware of his strong family ties to Canada. Musk’s mother, Maye Musk, was born in Canada, and Elon himself briefly attended Queen’s University in Ontario before transferring to the University of Pennsylvania.
Now, that Canadian connection seems to have inspired a major gesture—one rooted not in business, but in personal passion.
“This isn’t about publicity or a business deal,” Errol added. “It’s about love for the game and for a team that’s inspired him over the years.”
🏒 A Gift to the Oilers — and to McDavid
The $10 million donation is said to be a gesture of support for both the Edmonton Oilers as a franchise and Connor McDavid, widely regarded as one of the greatest hockey players of his generation.
Errol Musk praised McDavid directly in his remarks, calling him “a phenomenal leader with unmatched talent” and someone Elon “greatly admires.”
Though details of how the funds will be used have not yet been confirmed, insiders suggest that the money could be allocated toward state-of-the-art training facilities, youth development programs, or community outreach efforts tied to the Oilers Foundation.
💬 Public and Fan Reactions
The hockey community reacted quickly to the announcement, with fans taking to social media to express shock, excitement, and curiosity.
“Elon Musk and Connor McDavid in the same headline? I didn’t have that on my 2025 bingo card,” one fan joked on X (formerly Twitter).
Others speculated whether this could signal the beginning of a larger relationship between the Musk family and the world of professional sports. While Elon Musk has never publicly expressed interest in owning a sports franchise, this donation suggests a clear admiration for Canada’s most beloved game.
📈 A Boost for Edmonton
For the city of Edmonton and the Oilers organization, the donation couldn’t come at a better time. With the team pushing for another deep playoff run, any additional resources or morale boosts could be critical.
“The Oilers have always had a rich history,” said a local sports analyst. “But this level of attention and generosity from someone like Elon Musk’s family puts a fresh spotlight on the team—and the city.”
While Elon Musk himself has not yet commented publicly on the donation, many anticipate a statement or social media post in the coming days. Whether this marks the start of deeper involvement in the NHL or a one-time philanthropic gesture remains to be seen.
For now, the gesture stands as a powerful reminder of the far-reaching influence of hockey—and the unexpected ways it brings people together.
As Errol Musk put it best:
“This is just about giving back to a team—and a country—that means something to our family.”
Stay tuned. In a world where tech giants rarely cross paths with ice rinks, this moment is proof that passion knows no boundaries—even when it comes from Silicon Valley to the frozen North.
