Oilers goaltender Devon Levi revealed that a recent on‑ice gesture—pressing his bare hand against the ice—was inspired by the movie “Gladiator.” The moment caught the attention of actor Russell Crowe, who responded with a shoutout on social media. The exchange highlights a playful crossover between sports and pop culture.

Caught pressing his bare hand against the ice, Oilers goalie Devon Levi said the moment was inspired by the film "Gladiator," leading to a social media shoutout from actor Russell Crowe.