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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.

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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.

Kris Knoblauch News / NHL Trade Talk / May 13

Oilers Expected to Move On From Kris Knoblauch Amid Coaching Shakeup Rumours

The Edmonton Oilers appear to be heading toward a major offseason change behind the bench. According to Sportsnet’s Mark Spector, Kris Knoblauch had not officially been fired as of late Wednesday morning, but reports indicate a coaching change is expected before the end of the day.

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Oilers expected to fire head coach Kris Knoblauch Wednesday

The Edmonton Oilers appear ready to rip off the band-aid and make it official, removing Kris Knoblauch from his post as head coach. It comes amid an awkward time for the team, a day after word leaked out that the team had tried to get permission to speak with Bruce Cassidy, only to be stalled by the Vegas Golden Knights.

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Kris Knoblauch News / The Hockey Writers / May 13

Knoblauch Deserves Far Better Treatment From the Oilers

If you don’t win, it must be the coach’s fault. That seems to be the mantra from Edmonton Oilers management, and this isn’t just in reference to general manager (GM) Stan Bowman.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 13

The Oilers’ most important summer in years is already off to a weird start

The Oilers are heading into their most important summer in ages, and while it was always going to be weird and messy, I’m not sure anyone expected it to start with a leak that turned into a fork in the road.

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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 / NHL Trade Talk / May 13

Analyst Rips Oilers for Handling of Bruce Cassidy-Kris Knoblauch Situation

The Edmonton Oilers can’t be all too thrilled that word got out about their request for permission to speak with former Vegas Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy.

Jason Dickinson News / The Hockey Writers / May 13

Oilers 2025-26 Report Cards: Jason Dickinson

As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded Mattias Ekholm, and now we turn our attention to one of the newest Oilers, Jason Dickinson.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / May 13

A check in on some former Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs

The second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is more than underway, with one series already being completed. The Carolina Hurricanes swept the Philadelphia Flyers on their route to the Conference Finals.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 13

Oilers Need to Lock In RFAs Dach, Stastney & Michaels

As the Edmonton Oilers begin their offseason and get down to business, there’s one small area they should focus on getting secured soon rather than later.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 13

Who Leaked the Cassidy Interview Request by the Oilers?: Insider Has Ruthless Theory

The Edmonton Oilers asked to speak with Bruce Cassidy, presumably for an interview for the head coaching position they don’t currently have open. That

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 13

Pagnotta: Oilers were frustrated with Knoblauch’s tactics and player deployment

As of early Wednesday morning, Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch still has a job, despite being caught searching for a replacement. Frank Seravalli reported on Tuesday that the Oilers had asked the Vegas Golden Knights for permission to speak to Bruce Cassidy, but were dragging their feet and hadn’t given an answer.

Jason Dickinson News / Oilersnation / May 12

Jason Dickinson earned the organization’s trust: Oilers 2025-26 player review

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Stan Bowman News / Oilersnation / May 12

Stan Bowman safe from GM change but hockey ops shuffle coming: Report

While Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch’s days appear to be numbered, front office changes are also on the cards, according to insiders. Dave

NHL News / Oilersnation / May 13

Bruce Boudreau warns Kris Knoblauch about Oilers’ coaching ‘fishing trip’

Few NHL head coaches know what Kris Knoblauch is going through more than Bruce Boudreau. Boudreau was unceremoniously fired by the Vancouver Canucks in 2023, and on Tuesday was on Daily Faceoff’s , where he was asked about what Knoblauch could be going through in the wake of the Edmonton Oilers trying to speak with Bruce Cassidy.

Evan Bouchard News / NHL Trade Talk / May 12

Insider Reveals Injury Evan Bouchard Played Through in the Playoffs

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are a grind, and just about every player involved is gutting it out, battling through an ailment or two on a nightly basis. That

Bruce Cassidy News / Oilersnation / May 12

Five candidates not named Bruce Cassidy who could replace Knoblauch as Oilers head coach

The Edmonton Oilers are saying the quiet part out loud: they want to change their head coach. Things had been relatively quiet on that front in the days that followed Edmonton’s first-round exit, but late last week, smoke started to billow that a coaching change could be imminent.

Kris Knoblauch News / Oilersnation / May 12

Oilers look unprofessional in handling of Kris Knoblauch

The Edmonton Oilers’ coaching discussion, search, or whatever you call it, it looks like a “clustereff.” This morning, Frank Seravalli reported that the Edmonton Oilers sought permission to interview Bruce Cassidy, but the Vegas Golden Knights have withheld permission, which is within their rights as they are paying Cassidy.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 12

Comparing Offseason Strategies: Oilers vs. Maple Leafs

The NHL offseason is a critical period where teams reshape their rosters, adjust coaching staffs, and refine strategies for the upcoming season. That’s certainly the case in Edmonton and Toronto, where two of the league’s most scrutinized Canadian franchises are once again under the microscope.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 12

Oilers History: Forty years ago today Sports Illustrated alleged five players on team have ‘substantial cocaine problems’

Imagine just days after one of the most gut-wrenching losses in your career, you and your teammates were embroiled in a public scandal after a scathing article accused you of being a team of drug addicts.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 13

'Ridiculous': NHL coaches blast Golden Knights’ for Cassidy decision with Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers’ coaching situation took another major turn on Monday after reports surfaced that the Vegas Golden Knights have not officially denied permission for Edmonton to speak with former head coach Bruce Cassidy — but instead have effectively kept the Oilers waiting while Vegas continues its playoff run against Anaheim.

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.