A long-time favorite for Oilers fans is coming back to Edmonton.

The deal became official Sunday morning, after talks hit some obstacles along the way. Last week, 35-year-old Ryan Smyth requested a trade, and the home of the team that drafted him was his first choice.

The deal hit a snag when a transaction with Smith's team the Los Angeles Kings involving Oilers forward Gilbert Brule fell through.

In the end, Oilers forward Colin Fraser and a 7th round draft pick next year are headed to Los Angeles.

Die-hard Smyth fans are excited to see the number 94 on an Oilers jersey again.

"I can wear my jersey again with his number on it," fan Kelly Siede said Sunday. "[It's been] just hanging in the closet, waiting for retirement."

"He's such a likeable guy in the ice," Evan Bouten said. "He gives it his all, every game."

Smyth's return has sparked a buzz among fans – hoping he'll be the piece which completes the Oilers hockey puzzle that's stumped fans and players in recent seasons.

"He needs to be here in Edmonton." Dave Kirkpatrick said.

"He's just a good hardworking Alberta kid." Morgan Pare agrees. "So that's what we need."

News of his return is pushing stores selling Oilers jerseys to put a rush on Ryan Smyth jerseys. CTV News found they may take up to two weeks to hit store shelves.

Smyth is expected to play in the Oilers season opener on October 7.

With files from Sean Amato