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Darnell Nurse of the Edmonton Oilers is seen with his wife Mikayla Marrelli (Credit: Getty Images)
The Edmonton Oilers’ families have long shared a close bond off the ice. That friendship was once again in focus as Leon Draisaitl’s wife, Celeste Desjardins, joined Mikayla Nurse, wife of Darnell Nurse, for her 30th birthday bash.
The celebration highlighted the personal ties within the Oilers’ circle, with both women sharing glimpses of the evening on social media.
Mikayla Nurse celebrates milestone 30th birthday with close friends
Mikayla Nurse marked her 30th birthday surrounded by family and friends, with Celeste Desjardins front and center in the celebration. The two are known for their strong friendship. Often call each other “besties” on social media.Mikayla, who has built a reputation for her vibrant presence online, leaned into the occasion.
With fun captions, stylish outfits, and lighthearted moments, one of her posts read, “30 & HOT.” This, paired with emojis, captures both the joy and confidence of the day.Her husband, Darnell Nurse, was also part of the gathering, further underlining the family vibe the Oilers stars often maintain during off-ice events. The party gave fans a rare peek into the more personal side of Edmonton’s players and their partners.
NHL star Leon Draisaitl’s wife, Celeste, joins Mikayla Nurse’s 30th birthday celebration (Credit: via IG/@mikayla.nurse)
Celeste Desjardins shares birthday moments on Instagram stories
Celeste Desjardins, an actress and model, shared her excitement through Instagram stories as she joined her friend’s special celebration. Posting candid snaps from the party, she captioned one story with, “Besties 30!!!!”Celeste has been active on social media, often offering fans a glimpse into her life alongside Leon Draisaitl. Recently, she shared photos from the couple’s vacation in St. Tropez. Now, her posts about Mikayla’s birthday reinforced the close-knit relationship between the two women.Her updates quickly caught attention from fans who enjoy following the off-ice lives of NHL players and their partners. The stories carried a warm tone. And reflecting the genuine friendship. Between the wives of two of Edmonton’s biggest names.
NHL star Leon Draisaitl’s wife, Celeste, joins Mikayla Nurse’s 30th birthday celebration (Credit: Instagram /@celestedesjardins)
Leon Draisaitl and Darnell Nurse enjoy time off with families
The Oilers stars, Leon Draisaitl and Darnell Nurse, enjoyed the time away from hockey while celebrating with their partners. With the NHL season still weeks away, both players have taken advantage of the offseason.
In order to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.Their families often appear together at vacations, holidays, and birthdays, painting a picture of camaraderie that extends beyond the rink. Such moments also showcase how tightly connected the Oilers’ core players are not just as teammates but as friends off the ice.
NHL star Leon Draisaitl’s wife, Celeste, joins Mikayla Nurse’s 30th birthday celebration (Credit: Instagram /@mikayla.nurse)
While fans eagerly await the start of the 2025-26 season. And glimpses like these remind supporters that the players, and their families, share strong personal bonds. This often translates into team chemistry during the season.Also Read: Keep an eye on these NHL sophomores in 2025-26: Cutter Gauthier, Zack Bolduc, Marco Kasper, Will Smith, Mackie Samoskevich