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On YouTubeEdmonton 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.
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
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
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
‘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.
Edmonton Oilers 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.
Kris Knoblauch News / Daily Faceoff / May 14
Oilers fire head coach Kris Knoblauch
A massive change behind the bench in Northern Alberta. On Thursday, TSN’s Ryan Rishaug reported that the Edmonton Oilers have fired Kris Knoblauch as head coach.
Kris Knoblauch News / NHL Trade Talk / May 14
Oilers Fire Head Coach Kris Knoblauch
The Edmonton Oilers have relieved head coach Kris Knoblauch of his coaching duties. Following a Wednesday when it was believed a firing was imminent, the team pulled the trigger on Thursday morning, with reporters like Darren Dreger and Ryan Rishaug confirming.
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.
Kris Knoblauch News / Professor Press Box / May 13
Is Kris Knoblauch Really on the Hot Seat in Edmonton?
There’s been a lot of noise around Kris Knoblauch in Edmonton lately, and the conversation really isn’t about one bad stretch or one tactical decision.
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.
Kris Knoblauch News / Professor Press Box / May 13
If the Oilers Let Knoblauch Go, the Maple Leafs Should Move
The Toronto Maple Leafs are suddenly staring at one of the biggest coaching decisions the franchise has made in years. Craig Berube is gone, the roster still feels talented but strangely disconnected, and there’s growing pressure to find somebody who can reconnect the team to its stars before things drift any further sideways.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 13
A timeline of recent NHL coach firings shows the Oilers’ approach is not normal
Did the Edmonton Oilers err in asking for permission to speak with Bruce Cassidy while Kris Knoblauch is still under contract? I believe they did and I wrote about it yesterday, but today I want to look at recent hires across the NHL to see how they were handled.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 13
Oilers rumors: The 2 players Edmonton reporter believes team should trade for
Stan Bowman and the Edmonton Oilers’ front office are feeling the heat after a season that ended with a first-round loss to the Anaheim Ducks. During the post-season media availabilities, Leon Draisaitl put some pressure on the team to improve, while Connor McDavid doubled down with even more pointed comments.
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.
Evan Bouchard News / Daily Faceoff / May 12
Report: Oilers’ Evan Bouchard played in playoffs with concussion
Players playing through injuries is a common occurrence in the Stanley Cup playoffs; injuries that eventually get revealed to the public once those players’ teams have been knocked out of contention.
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