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Game 5: Oilers’ Knoblauch Remains Unafraid of Lineup Changes

As the Edmonton Oilers gear up for a critical Game 5 against the Dallas Stars, head coach Kris Knoblauch appears to have made another subtle lineup change.

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Should Coach Knoblauch of the Edmonton Oilers Stick With the Same Lineup for Game 5?

The Edmonton Oilers‘ depth really shone in Game 4 on Wednesday night. Prior to the game, Head Coach Kris Knoblauch made some key lineup changes, bringing back Ryan McLeod, Corey Perry, and Phillip Broberg and shuffling the defensive pairings.

NHL News / Oilersnation / 13 hours ago

Kris Knoblauch’s lineup changes pay off again in Oilers 5-2 win in Game 4

I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t feeling down when the Oilers were trailing 2-0 after five and a half minutes of play. A lot of us were down. If you read the Nation’s mentions on social media, some of us thought it was the end of the world.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 30

5 Keys to Oilers’ Game 4 Win vs. Stars: Knoblauch, Nurse & More

The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Dallas Stars 5-2 at Rogers Place on Wednesday (May 29) in Game 4 of the Western Conference Final to tie the best-of-seven series at two wins apiece.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 29

Oilers Planning 3 Significant Lineup Changes For Game 4

As the Edmonton Oilers prepare for a crucial Game 4 against the Dallas Stars on Wednesday night, head coach Kris Knoblauch is considering significant lineup changes.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 29

Kris Knoblauch says the Oilers will make lineup changes, won’t confirm what they are

Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch confirmed to the media this morning that the team will be making lineup changes for Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals against the Dallas Stars.

Edmonton Oilers News / ESPN / May 29

Kris Knoblauch's journey from youth hockey coach to 'saving' Oilers' season

"We dug out of a big hole and Kris was a big reason for it," Edmonton GM Ken Holland said. It's been quite a year for the former West Hartford Wolves volunteer.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 28

Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch hints at a major shakeup of the defence pairings

Less than 24 hours after the Oilers lost Game 3 off the backs of a disastrous second period, Kris Knoblauch spoke with reporters Tuesday morning to reveal that he was considering making a big change to the defensive pairings.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 28

Oilers Consider Changing Defense Lineup Ahead of Game 4 vs. Stars

Edmonton Oilers Head coach Kris Knoblauch says he is considering a change to his defense lineup for Game 4. He didn’t drop any names, but the rumor going around is that Philip Broberg is a possibility to enter the lineup for Game 4 versus the Dallas Stars.

Edmonton Oilers News / ClutchPoints / May 28

Oilers’ Kris Knoblauch defends Stuart Skinner after Game 3 collapse vs. Stars

The Edmonton Oilers looked like they were on their way to a huge Game 3 victory in the West Finals against the Dallas Stars on Monday night, but things took a turn for the worst, giving up a 2-0 lead in the second period and eventually losing the contest 5-3.

Edmonton Oilers News / Canucksarmy / May 27

Sorry Kris Knoblauch, NHL playoff officiating isn’t going to change just for your team

Well, well, well, how the turntables. The Edmonton Oilers have fallen victim to the fickle thing that is officiating in the NHL playoffs. It’s not exactly a secret that the refs call the game differently between the regular season and the postseason, with certain things let go that wouldn’t usually fly.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 26

Oilers Not Going to Blow Up Roster Ahead of Game 3

Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch spoke after the team’s Game 2 loss on Saturday night and was asked about the approach for the club heading into Monday’s Game 3.

Edmonton Oilers News / ClutchPoints / May 26

Oilers’ Kris Knoblauch carefully calls out officiating after Game 2 loss to the Stars

Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch is wanting to talk officiating after Game 2 of the Western Conference Final. The Oilers bowed to the Dallas Stars in Game 2, in a contest that saw few power play opportunities for Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 24

Knoblauch’s Path to Become Oilers’ Game-Changing Coach

The Jack Adams Award is annually bestowed upon the coach who is “adjudged to have contributed the most to his team’s success,” with the winner selected by a poll of the NHL Broadcasters Association.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 22

Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch finishes fifth in Jack Adams Award voting

The National Hockey League announced the winner of the Jack Adams Award for the 2023-24 season, and, to nobody’s surprise, Rick Tocchet of the Vancouver Canucks was voted the league’s best coach.

NHL News / ClutchPoints / May 20

Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch reacts to Brock Boeser missing Game 7

Although the Vancouver Canucks will be without their leading scorer in these playoffs in Brock Boeser, the Edmonton Oilers are trying to not let that change the way they are approaching Game 7 of the series, as head coach Kris Knoblauch said ahead of the game.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 18

Connor McDavid, Oilers hammer Canucks to force Game 7

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers have forced Game 7 against the Vancouver Canucks.

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NHL News / Canucksarmy / May 16

Picking apart Calvin Pickard and where the Canucks need to be looking in Game 5: In the Crease

Last week I wrote about the goaltending matchup heading into this second round series between the Canucks and Oilers and, more importantly, what made Stuart Skinner’s game perfect for the Canucks’ shooters to exploit.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / May 15

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 / 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 / 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.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 21