# Katz's Tough Call: Firing Knoblauch, Next Oilers Coach

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Podcast: [Edmonton Oilers News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edmonton-oilers-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7534175)
Published: 2026-05-15T19:21:21+00:00
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## Resource

Edmonton Oilers owner Daryl Katz, known for his demanding nature, has fired head coach Kris Knoblauch due to the teams poor season performance. Katz, who has a reputation for being one of the NHLs toughest owners, has gone through twelve coaches in seventeen years. The firing comes with a significant payout, as Knoblauch had a three-year extension worth up to ten million dollars. Katz is now searching for coach number thirteen, with the pressure to win a Cup intensified by star player Connor McDavids impending free agency. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/722d7204332d395e

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