The Edmonton Oilers may have missed out on Bruce Cassidy by the narrowest of margins, according to former broadcaster Rod Pedersen. Speaking on the Bleed Oil Blue podcast, Pedersen claimed the organization was only one week away from landing the veteran coach before ultimately hiring Mike Babcock. “I think Bruce Cassidy would have been a … Read more
Leon Draisaitl has joined Connor McDavid in publicly backing new Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock. Speaking on the same day as his captain, Draisaitl expressed confidence that Babcock is the right coach to guide Edmonton back into Stanley Cup contention. The Oilers hired Babcock on June 23 after firing Kris Knoblauch following a disappointing … Read more
Zach Hyman has never hidden his appreciation for the Edmonton Oilers, but his latest comments offered perhaps his strongest endorsement yet. Speaking on Oilers Now with Bob Stauffer, the veteran winger called moving to Edmonton the best choice he and his family have ever made. “It’s been fun, Bob. We’re just going to continue to … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers entered NHL free agency with a clear goal: reshape the roster without sacrificing future flexibility. Two days after a busy start to the market, general manager Stan Bowman made it clear that while Edmonton is still exploring additions, he is comfortable with the group already assembled. Speaking on Oilers Now with Bob … Read more
Leon Draisaitl believes Mike Babcock is the coach the Edmonton Oilers need as they try to turn another Stanley Cup contender into a championship team. Speaking with Bob Stauffer, the Oilers star said the leadership group welcomed the organization’s decision to hire the veteran bench boss, knowing that a tougher environment could help the club … Read more
