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Oilers Coach Knoblauch Must Make Choice: Pickard or Skinner

Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch might have made the toughest decision of his career on Tuesday (May 14), when he elected to start goalie Calvin Pickard instead of Stuart Skinner against the Vancouver Canucks in Game 4 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs second round.

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Kris Knoblauch’s gutsy bet on Calvin Pickard has turned tide for Oilers vs. Canucks

EDMONTON — Kris Knoblauch speaks softly but the Edmonton Oilers’ coach carries balls the size of an Athabasca oil sands dump truck. To anyone who counts

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 13

Knoblauch has big decision regarding Skinner or Pickard for Game 4

Kris Knoblauch has a very big decision to make: Who will be his starting goalie for Game 4 on Tuesday night? Stuart Skinner didn’t start the third period in Game 3 after allowing four goals on 15 shots in the first 40 minutes.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 13

Knoblauch Sends Subtle Shot at Skinner After Game 3 Loss to Canucks

The Edmonton Oilers took an unfortunate Game 3 loss to the Vancouver Canucks at home on Sunday (May 12) night and now find themselves down 2-1 in the series.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 11

‘We want penalties called:’ Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch talks Game 2 refereeing

The Edmonton Oilers won Game 2 of their Western Conference semifinal playoff series against the Vancouver Canucks in overtime, but despite the dramatic finish, much of the discussion about the game a day later has centred around the performance of the on-ice officials.

NHL News / Oilersnation / May 11

Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks Game 2: A Tactical Review

The Edmonton Oilers’ overtime win in Game 2 was really a tale of two games: one that lasted 40 minutes and one that lasted the remainder of it. The game was relatively even in the first 40 minutes, with neither team generating much in the way of scoring chances.

Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 10

Oilers star will be game-time decision for Game 2

Leon Draisaitl will be a game-time decision Friday when the Oilers take on the Canucks in Game 2 of their second-round series.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 10

G7+ Game Notes: Oilers Expect to Bounce Back After Game 1 Loss

Since Kris Knoblauch arrived as head coach the Edmonton Oilers have responded well after a subpar performance, and they will need to continue that trend tonight in Vancouver.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / May 7

Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks Round Two Preview

Seeing the Vancouver Canucks in Round Two of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is an unexpected delight for their fans. For fans of the Edmonton Oilers, their team’s presence is the bare minimum.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 3

Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch snubbed for Jack Adams Trophy

The NHL has announced the finalists for the Jack Adams Trophy, and one notable omission is Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch. Knoblauch took over behind the Oilers bench on November 12th, replacing Jay Woodcroft as the club sputtered to a 3-9-1 start to the season.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 3

Snubbed: Making a Jack Adams Case for Oilers’ Coach Kris Knoblauch

Despite an impressive coaching performance by Kris Knoblauch of the Edmonton Oilers, he finds himself excluded from the finalists for the 2023-24 Jack Adams Award.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 22

Kris Knoblauch Ramped Up for First Oilers Playoff Coaching Run

Edmonton Oilers Kris Knoblauch is about to enter his first-ever NHL playoff series as a head coach. After taking over the job midseason, Knoblauch led a struggling and disappointing Oilers team to an impressive 49-27-1 record.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 22

Oilers Lack Momentum Going Into Series Against Kings

Through the first two days of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the home team has won every game. According to Sportsnet Stats, this is postseason history that the home team has gone unbeaten in the first six Game 1s played in the opening round of the NHL Playoffs.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 21

Previewing Oilers vs. Kings: Will Edmonton keep dominating Los Angeles in the postseason?

Can the Los Angeles Kings finally figure out the Edmonton Oilers? Previewing their first-round series.

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 19

Oilers coach admits big mistake ahead of playoff series vs. Kings

Perhaps head coach Kris Knoblauch didn’t see a blowout coming. Maybe he thought his starting goaltender wouldn’t be rattled after a solid season. Whatever the case, the Edmonton Oilers bench boss admitted after Thursday’s final regular season game that he made a mistake starting Skinner and letting him get lit up for four goals in just minutes.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 19

Oilers’ Knoblauch Must Avoid Previous Coaching Staff’s Playoff Errors

In 2022-23, Jay Woodcroft coached the Edmonton Oilers to a 50-23-9 record. They were the hottest team in the NHL down the stretch and looked poised for a deep playoff run.

Edmonton Oilers News / ClutchPoints / January 14

Oilers’ Kris Knoblauch reveals secret behind historic winning streak

Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch thinks he has the secret to his team’s success. The Oilers have put together an impressive 10-game winning streak, and the coach sees his depth as a reason for that streak.