Edmonton Oilers Extend Kris Knoblauch’s Contract
- The Edmonton Oilers announced on Friday that they have signed head coach Kris Knoblauch to a contract extension through the 2028-29 season.
- Knoblauch took over as head coach on November 12, 2023, replacing Jay Woodcroft, and quickly turned the team's fortunes around.
- this success continued into the playoffs, where Knoblauch guided the Oilers to the Stanley Cup Final, ultimately falling to the florida Panthers in a seven-game series.
Kris Knoblauch Signs Contract Extension with Edmonton Oilers
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Oilers Secure Head Coach for the Long Term
The Edmonton Oilers announced on Friday that they have signed head coach Kris Knoblauch to a contract extension through the 2028-29 season. This new three-year deal secures Knoblauch’s position after he was previously set to become a free agent at the end of the 2023-24 season.
Successful First Season with the Oilers
Knoblauch took over as head coach on November 12, 2023, replacing Jay Woodcroft, and quickly turned the team’s fortunes around. He lead the Oilers to a 46-18-5 record in the final 69 games of the 2023-24 regular season.
this success continued into the playoffs, where Knoblauch guided the Oilers to the Stanley Cup Final, ultimately falling to the florida Panthers in a seven-game series.
Continued Success in 2024
In his first full season as Edmonton’s bench boss, Knoblauch led the Oilers to a 48-29-5 record, finishing third in the Pacific Division.The team once again reached the Stanley Cup Final, but were defeated by the Panthers in six games.
Knoblauch’s Coaching Background
Over two seasons with the Oilers, Knoblauch has compiled a 94-47-10 regular season record and a 29-19 playoff record. This marks his first head coaching role in the National Hockey League, following previous head coaching positions in the Western Hockey League, Ontario Hockey League, and American Hockey League.