Today in Hockey History: Sept. 30 Matthew Zator | September 30, 2022 On this date, the most storied franchise in the history of the NHL signed one of its future legends. Also, three different team captains were named, and a whole slew…
Oilers: Derek Ryan’s Comments Serve as an Indictment of Dave Tippett Brian Swane | February 19, 2022 It has been just over a week since Jay Woodcroft made his debut behind the bench for the Edmonton Oilers, after being named the NHL team’s new head coach on…
Oilers Regaining Their Identity With Evander Kane on the Roster Sean Panganiban | February 13, 2022 Dave Tippett was fired last Thursday. His era with the Edmonton Oilers was filled with highs and lows. In the 2019-2020 season, the Oilers had momentum heading until the playoffs,…
NHL Talk: Bruins, Canadiens, Oilers & Canucks Tom Pepper | February 10, 2022 The daily “NHL Talk” column is your go-to for the top storylines in the NHL, with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Also, listen to THW contributors talk hockey…
4 Takeaways From Oilers’ Media Avail Following Holland Firing Tippett Jim Parsons | February 10, 2022 Edmonton Oilers general manager Ken Holland met with the media on Thursday after news he relieved both head coach Dave Tippett and defensemen and specialty-teams coach Jim Playfair from their…
Dave Tippett’s Loyalty to Mike Smith Sealed His Fate Dale Bochon | February 10, 2022 Playing Edmonton Oilers veteran goaltender Mike Smith in back-to-back games most likely cost head coach Dave Tippett his job. Riding a six-game point streak before the 2022 NHL All-Star weekend…
NHL Rumors: Oilers, Canadiens, Canucks, Flames, Capitals Jim Parsons | February 10, 2022 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, it was a big few hours for coaching changes in the NHL. The Montreal Canadiens moved from Dominique Ducharme and the Edmonton Oilers fired Dave…
Edmonton Oilers Fire Dave Tippett, Hire Jay Woodcroft as Coach Jim Parsons | February 10, 2022 Two ugly losses to start off an eight-game stretch in 13 days was finally the straw that broke the back for Edmonton Oilers’ general manager Ken Holland. On Thursday, following…
3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-0 Loss to Vegas in Mike Smith’s Return Brian Swane | February 9, 2022 The stage seemed perfectly set for the Edmonton Oilers to make a statement in their first game following NHL All-Star Weekend against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday (Feb. 8)…
NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Canucks, Canadiens, Oilers Jim Parsons | February 7, 2022 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Kyle Dubas spoke with the media about what the Toronto Maple Leafs plan to do heading into the NHL trade deadline. Meanwhile, there are two…
Oilers’ Holloway Must Learn to Use His Size Before Jumping to the NHL Brian Swane | February 6, 2022 With each passing day and every game he plays, Oil Country is counting down to the Edmonton Oilers debut of prized prospect Dylan Holloway. The 20-year-old winger’s arrival in Edmonton…
Oilers’ Latest Wins Take Coach Dave Tippett Off Hot Seat Brian Swane | January 27, 2022 By putting the brakes on a seven-game winless streak with consecutive victories in their last two games, 5-3 over the Calgary Flames on Saturday (Jan. 22) and 3-2 against the…
