The Edmonton Oilers suffered another setback in their pursuit of Bruce Cassidy after new reporting suggested the Vegas Golden Knights still have no interest in allowing rival teams to speak with the veteran coach. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman shared the latest development on X, writing, “As for Bruce Cassidy, sources indicate that was not part … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers remain locked in coaching uncertainty as the organization continues to monitor the status of former Vegas Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy while preparing for a formal interview with Craig Berube. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported that Edmonton is willing to wait for more clarity on Cassidy, with a clearer picture expected within … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers’ decision to fire head coach Kris Knoblauch has quickly turned into one of the NHL offseason’s biggest talking points, with Toronto Sun columnist Steve Simmons sharply criticizing general manager Stan Bowman for the move. Knoblauch and assistant coach Mark Stuart were dismissed on May 14 after Edmonton’s disappointing first-round playoff exit against … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers’ decision to fire Kris Knoblauch continues to reveal deeper organizational tension, and the latest comments from NHL insider Elliotte Friedman point directly toward owner Daryl Katz as a major force behind the move. The Oilers’ 2025-26 campaign ended in a first-round playoff exit against the Anaheim Ducks. Speaking on 32 Thoughts alongside … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers are facing growing backlash after officially firing head coach Kris Knoblauch following a chaotic offseason coaching search that quickly turned public. Former NHL player and Spittin’ Chiclets analyst Ryan Whitney became the latest voice to criticize the organization after news of the dismissal broke on May 14. Whitney posted on X, “Shocked … Read more
