The Edmonton Oilers made a notable move this week Bringing Paul Coffey back to the coaching staff. For a franchise steeped in history and star power, a lot of questions arose. First, why now? Second, what does Coffey bring? And third, how will this shake up the Oilers’ current coaching staff? On paper, it seems […]
As NHL players prepare to play in the Olympics for their respective countries, there is still a lot of talk in Edmonton about Leon Draisaitl’s commentary on his team’s performance heading into the break. Edmonton Oilers enter the Olympic break looking for answers The Oilers superstar was asked about his team’s play following Edmonton’s 4-3 […]
As NHL players prepare to play in the Olympics for their respective countries, there is still a lot of talk in Edmonton about Leon Draisaitl’s comments about his team’s performance heading into the break. Edmonton Oilers enter the Olympic break looking for answers The Oilers superstar was asked about his team’s play following Edmonton’s 4-3 […]
NHL insider Frank Seravalli joined Bob Stauffer on Oilers Now on Monday and heavily tasked with the Edmonton Oilers. By suggesting there is a troubling problem with the roster mix, some key players and the coach’s handling of the effort, Seravalli seemed to suggest the Oilers have a significant problem. These comments come after Leon […]
The Edmonton Oil Companies head into the Olympic break on a sour note, and the frustration in the room is no longer hidden. After another bout of inconsistent hockey and a three-game losing skid, the attention has shifted to head coach Kris Knoblauch, who is suddenly facing real pressure behind the bench. The Oilers were […]
Sometimes you think a player needs a minute to catch up or maybe come back. Then they just show up and do everything, right? That’s Leon Draisaitl in a nutshell, and Kris Knoblauch can’t help but shake his head. Draisaitl has missed some games for personal reasons, but he is back Draisaitl missed a few […]
The Edmonton Oilers have three goalies they trust. When Kris Knoblauch talked about Connor Ingram replacing Tristan Jarry, it wasn’t over-analysis, just a coach liking what he sees. He didn’t sell it or decorate it. He was simply saying what coaches say when they mean it: He’s been solid. Ingram has made the most of […]
Jack Roslovic didn’t really get off to a good start this season for the Oilers. Given his late start to the season, there were some questions about how quickly he would get back on track. But as assistant coach Kris Knoblauch told reporters, Roslovic has turned that uncertainty into something real for the team. “Jack […]
Don’t expect any coaching changes for three Canadian teams Zach Laing of Oilers Nation: David Pagnotta on DFO Rundown last week as he doesn’t expect any coaching changes with the Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs and Calgary Flames. “I know a lot of people in Alberta are freaking out about something too, but you just […]
The battle of the Edmonton Oilers continues and the needs increase B/R Open ice: Frank Seravalli, on the Edmonton Oilers and their struggles, especially with secondary scoring. The Oilers need some help up front in terms of net and depth. They’re not getting a return and the seat is heating up for head coach Kris […]