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On YouTubeEdmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 14
Oilers Insider Points to Three Veterans as HC Options in Edmonton
The Edmonton Oilers made the inevitable official on Thursday, relieving Kris Knoblauch of his duties as head coach of the team after days of the hockey world knowing full well that the news was coming.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 14
Oilers’ GM Stan Bowman takes responsibility for struggles after firing Kris Knoblauch
When Stan Bowman spoke to the media Thursday morning, he was quick to acknowledge that the Edmonton Oilers‘ shortcomings were not solely on the shoulders of head coach Kris Knoblauch, whom the club fired earlier in the day.
The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 14
Oilers Facing Massive Questions After Chaotic Start to Offseason
The Edmonton Oilers entered the offseason knowing difficult decisions were ahead. After another season with Stanley Cup expectations ending in disappointment, changes always felt inevitable.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 14
Bowman denies reports Evan Bouchard played with concussion during NHL playoffs
Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman has shot down reports of Evan Bouchard playing through a concussion in the 2026 playoffs. “No, that is not accurate,” Bowman told the media during Thursday’s availability.
Stan Bowman News / Oilersnation / May 14
Bowman says Oilers will cast ‘wide search’ for new head coach
Despite all of the smoke this week about the Edmonton Oilers and Bruce Cassidy being the team’s reported target at head coach, general manager Stan Bowman said he would be casting a wide net in searching for Kris Knoblauch’s replacement.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 14
Stan Bowman Defends Oilers’ Decision to Fire Kris Knoblauch
Edmonton Oilers General Manager Stan Bowman addressed the media Thursday, just hours after the organization fired head coach Kris Knoblauch and assistant Mark Stuart.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 14
Oilers’ Bowman refuses comment on Bruce Cassidy reports: ‘That’s not appropriate’
General manager Stan Bowman would not discuss reports on Thursday morning that the Edmonton Oilers asked permission from the Vegas Golden Knights to speak to Bruce Cassidy while Kris Knoblauch was still the head coach.
Kris Knoblauch News / Daily Faceoff / May 14
Oilers move on from Kris Knoblauch amidst uncertainty on and off the ice
There may be no position in the world with shakier job security than NHL head coach, as the Edmonton Oilers showed once again by firing Kris Knoblauch on Thursday.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 14
Oilers Fire Kris Knoblauch & Mark Stuart
On Thursday (May. 14) morning, the Edmonton Oilers announced that they had relieved Kris Knoblauch of his duties as head coach and Mark Stuart of his duties as assistant coach.
Kris Knoblauch News / Trade Talk Sports / May 14
Was This the Right Call on Knoblauch—or Just Poor Timing?
The Edmonton Oilers have officially fired both head coach Kris Knoblauch and assistant coach Mark Stuart. In a statement released on Thursday morning, GM Stan Bowman noted: “Following a thorough review of this past season, we believe these changes are needed.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 14
Top 5 Performances by Oilers Players at the World Championship
The 2026 IIHF World Hockey Championship gets underway on Friday (May 15) in Switzerland. Five members of the Edmonton Oilers will be representing their
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 14
‘We believe these changes are needed’: Oilers issue statement after firing Knoblauch, Mark Stuart
The Edmonton Oilers have made the news official, firing head coach Kris Knoblauch and his assistant coach Mark Stuart. Knoblauch’s name had been in the
Kris Knoblauch News / NHL Trade Talk / May 14
Did the Oilers Mishandle the Kris Knoblauch Situation?
The Edmonton Oilers entered this offseason knowing change could be coming behind the bench. After another disappointing playoff exit and an inconsistent regular season that never truly resembled the dominant contender many expected, speculation surrounding head coach Kris Knoblauch quickly intensified.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 14
Oilers fire head coach Kris Knoblauch following Bruce Cassidy rumours
Eleven months after taking the Edmonton Oilers to their second straight Stanley Cup Final, and seven months after putting pen to paper on a three-year contract extension, Kris Knoblauch is out as the team’s head coach.
Kris Knoblauch News / Field Level Media / May 14
Reports: Oilers fire head coach Kris Knoblauch
The Edmonton Oilers have relieved Kris Knoblauch of his head coaching duties after three seasons, multiple media outlets reported on Thursday morning. No official announcement had been made from the team early in the day.
Kris Knoblauch News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 14
Edmonton Oilers Fire Kris Knoblauch
The Edmonton Oilers have fired head coach Kris Knoblauch, reports Ryan Rishaug of TSN. A three-year contract extension signed by Knoblauch has yet to begin, meaning the coach is set to be paid by the Oilers through the 2028-29 season.
Zach Hyman News / The Hockey Writers / May 14
Oilers 2025-26 Report Cards: Zach Hyman
As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded Jason Dickinson, and now we turn our attention to Zach Hyman.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 14
Oilers coaching controversies and the history of draft pick compensation
There’s been no lack of controversy surrounding the Edmonton Oilers, Vegas Golden Knights, and Bruce Cassidy. Late in the regular season, the Golden Knights fired Cassidy after struggling post-Olympic break.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 13
Winners, losers from Wednesday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Unlikely hero sends Avalanche to WCF
There was only one Stanley Cup Playoff game on Wednesday's schedule, and it was a significant one as the Colorado Avalanche were able to advance to the Western Conference Final with a 4-3 overtime win against the Minnesota Wild, eliminating their division rival from the playoffs.
Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / May 13
Oilers coaching situation not as messy as first thought
The Edmonton Oilers may be making a coaching change, as word came out via report from NHL insider Frank Seravalli that the Oilers requested permission to interview Bruce Cassidy from the Vegas Golden Knights, who did not grant it.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / May 13
Potential 2026 second-round draft targets for the Edmonton Oilers
With the playoffs officially over for the Edmonton Oilers, the only thing for the organization to look forward to is the upcoming NHL draft. The Oilers have four picks in the draft: second, third, sixth, and seventh round.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / May 12
Edmonton Oilers rumours roundup: Internal rifts and offseason moves to be made
Though the offseason is in full swing for the Edmonton Oilers, there is still some time before any moves are made in earnest. Still, there is room for lots of speculation on what the offseason might hold for the Oilers.
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