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One of Connor McDavid’s former coaches with the Edmonton Oilers is certainly a believer he’ll be a champion one day. Long-time NHL coach Dave Tippett was a guest on the Spittin’ Chiclets podcast this week, reminiscing about his days with the Phoenix Coyotes with former players Paul Bissonnette and Keith Yandle.

Los Angeles Kings News / Oilersnation / June 8

Pagnotta: Kings close to naming head coach, ‘keep eyes on’ Woodcroft, Laviolette

The Los Angeles Kings are close to naming their next head coach, and former Edmonton Oilers head coach Jay Woodcroft is among the leading candidates. The

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 8

Joe Pavelski a Coaching Candidate for the Toronto Maple Leafs?

Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Multiple sources have said that Joe Pavelski is a coaching candidate in the next phase of the Toronto Maple Leafs coaching search.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 30

Maple Leafs reportedly have not requested interview with Ducks’ Jay Woodcroft

As the Toronto Maple Leafs continue their search for their next head coach, a prominent candidate may be out of the running. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that the Maple Leafs have not requested an interview with Anaheim Ducks assistant Jay Woodcroft.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / May 29

Friedman Shoots Down Jay Woodcroft to Maple Leafs Speculation

Elliotte Friedman has pushed back against recent speculation linking former Edmonton Oilers head coach and assistant coach of the Anaheim Ducks, Jay Woodcroft, to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ coaching vacancy.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / May 28

Toronto Maple Leafs News and Updates

The Toronto Maple Leafs seem to be in the news every day. Not bad for a team that didn’t qualify for the playoffs. The most recent news is that Jay Woodcroft is expected to interview for the Maple Leafs head coaching vacancy this week.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 28

Report: Maple Leafs granted permission to speak with Jay Woodcroft about head coach vacancy

The Toronto Maple Leafs have reportedly been granted permission to speak with Anaheim Ducks assistant coach Jay Woodcroft, according to The Leafs Nation’s Nick Alberga.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / May 27

Maple Leafs Coaching Search Heats Up as Unexpected Front-Runner Emerges

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ search for their next head coach took a significant step forward Wednesday, with Anaheim Ducks assistant Jay Woodcroft scheduled to interview for the position this week.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 20

Toronto Maple Leafs Would Hit a Home Run by Hiring Jay Woodcroft

The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering a very pivotal summer. After trading Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights last offseason, the Maple Leafs had a 30-point decline in the NHL standings and missed the playoffs for the first time in Auston Matthews’ career.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 17

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Marlies, Groulx and Woodcroft & Matthews

There’s never really a quiet moment around the Toronto Maple Leafs organization, and this stretch is no different. Between a playoff push from the Toronto Marlies and ongoing speculation about the NHL coaching search, there is some short-term urgency and long-term questions around the franchise.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 17

The case for Jay Woodcroft as Maple Leafs’ next head coach

The Toronto Maple Leafs are officially in the market for a new head coach, for the third time in the Auston Matthews era. That might seem like a lot, but the Maple Leafs are actually among the bottom of the league in terms of coaching turnover in the past decade.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 15

Jay Woodcroft Expected To Interview For Other Opportunities

Last offseason, Anaheim Ducks assistant coach Jay Woodcroft interviewed for multiple head coaching positions, and is expected to do the same this summer.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 14

Three potential head coach replacements for Maple Leafs

The search for a new coach is on for the Toronto Maple Leafs after they decided to part ways with Craig Berube. The decision was made as new general manager (GM) John Chayka cited an organizational shift and wanted to go in a new direction.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 24

Could former Oilers coach Jay Woodcroft be playing a part in Ducks’ suppression of McDavid?

Through two playoff games this year, Connor McDavid has yet to register a point. So how have the Anaheim Ducks been so successful at keeping the Edmonton Oilers captain off the scoresheet so far?

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 2

Top five available NHL coaches & their potential landing spots

As the NHL season winds down, the coaching carousel has begun. Several teams are underperforming, while others are already preparing for a change behind the bench.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 28

Edmonton Meltdown: Is Knoblauch Out and Coffey In?

There’s a feeling around the Edmonton Oilers right now that something’s about to give. The Oilers’ loss to the San Jose Sharks last night — 5–4 — felt like déjà vu all over again.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 10, 2025

How Stuart Skinner can achieve his lofty goals for the 2025–26 season

More often than not, Edmonton Oilers Foaltender Stuart Skinner bears the brunt of criticism when the team isn’t playing well. Sometimes it’s richly deserved, like early in the 2024–25 season when he had a save percentage in the .860s.

Dallas Stars News / Total Apex Sports / June 8, 2025

The Dallas Stars Should Take a Look At Jay Woodcroft For Head Coach

The Dallas Stars need a new head coach. There are a few good options on the market, but some are former head coaches who have been recycled from multiple teams.

Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 14, 2025

Jay Woodcroft among Bruins' head-coaching candidates

Former Oilers head coach Jay Woodcroft is among the possibilities to become the Bruins’ next head coach, according to Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff, who described him as a “leading candidate” for the vacancy on Wednesday’s Morning Cuppa Hockey podcast.

Anaheim Ducks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 1, 2025

Ducks linked to David Carle, Jay Woodcroft, Joel Quenneville

Anaheim Ducks general manager Pat Verbeek is in the midst of his second search for a head coach after just his third full season in the club’s top role.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / December 28, 2024

Analyst Suggests Reason Why NHL Teams Are Not Hiring Former Oilers Coach Jay Woodcroft

Former Oilers coach Jay Woodcroft was popular among fans and had success in Edmonton, but one Oilers analyst is pointing at one reason why he's still unemployed.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / November 12, 2024

Former Oilers Coach Jay Woodcroft Could Get Another NHL Job With Two Coaches on Hot Seat

Former Oilers coach Jay Woodcroft is one of the best available NHL coaches on the sidelines right now, and with two bench bosses on the hot seat, he may get an opportunity soon.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / May 9, 2024

Top potential Sheldon Keefe replacements for Maple Leafs head coach

Where might the Toronto Maple Leafs turn for their next head coach? Running down some of the top potential candidates.

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San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / April 30, 2024

NHL insider names four possible Sharks head-coaching candidates

Elliotte Friedman threw out a few head coach candidates that the San Jose Sharks might be interested in. “San Jose does like the tie-ins to the people who have been there,” Friedman said on the 32 Thoughts Podcast on Monday.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / November 13, 2023

Does having a new head coach make the Oilers a betting favorite?

The Edmonton Oilers are hoping to change their fortunes around now that they have a new head coach. But will having new personnel be enough to make them betting favorites?

Kris Knoblauch to take over as Oilers head coach

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