The NHL coaching carousel keeps spinning — and this time, Kris Knoblauch is out in Edmonton.

On today’s episode of the DFO Rundown, we break down the Edmonton Oilers’ decision to fire Knoblauch and examine the growing trend of NHL coaches getting fired after only one or two seasons behind the bench. Are teams becoming too impatient? Is the pressure to win immediately creating impossible expectations for coaches across the league?

We also dive into the Minnesota Wild blowing a 3-1 lead and how Vegas suddenly looks like a legitimate Stanley Cup threat once again. Plus, we preview the upcoming Golden Knights vs Colorado Avalanche matchup and debate whether Vegas is the toughest challenge Colorado has faced so far this postseason.

Other topics covered on today’s show:

• Edmonton Oilers coaching change reaction
• Kris Knoblauch analysis
• Why NHL coaches are lasting shorter than ever
• Bruce Cassidy’s potential impact
• Minnesota Wild Eliminated
• Ducks Eliminated
• Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres - Game 6

00:00 - Intro / Beard Talk

07:00 - Wild Eliminated After 3-1 Lead

10:15 - Vegas Advances to Conference Final

18:20 - Bruce Cassidy / Coaching Question

25:00 - Kris Knoblauch / Bruce Cassidy ( 33:30 clip)

41:45 - Edmonton Oilers Next Season

43:25 - Minnesota Offseason

46:45 - Anaheim Ducks Eliminated

51:50 - Fill in the Blank

1:00:00 - Montreal Takes 3-2 Series Lead

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The playoffs are approaching the halfway point, but the NHL's offseason drama is already in FULL swing. On this episode of DFO Rundown Insider Edition, Irfaan Gaffar and David Pagnotta break down the Oilers firing Kris Knoblauch, why Bruce Cassidy is the name everyone’s watching, and what massive roster changes could still be coming in Edmonton. They also dive into the Maple Leafs’ coaching search, Morgan Rielly trade chatter, and why Toronto’s blue line could look very different next season.

Plus, the guys discuss the Vancouver Canucks’ front office overhaul with Ryan Johnson and the Sedins taking over key roles, the growing Connor Hellebuyck speculation around the league, goalie carousel rumours involving Jordan Binnington and Sergei Bobrovsky, and which teams could make aggressive moves ahead of the NHL Draft. NHL insider news, trade rumours, coaching updates, and offseason chaos, it’s all here.

🔥 WHAT WE COVER

🏒 Oilers coaching search begins after Kris Knoblauch firing

🍁 Maple Leafs coaching search and Morgan Rielly trade chatter

🐋 Vancouver Canucks front office overhaul with the Sedins & Ryan Johnson

📊 NHL Draft trade buzz involving San Jose, Calgary & Chicago

🔄 Connor Hellebuyck speculation and the NHL goalie carousel

🥅 Jordan Binnington, Sergei Bobrovsky & goalie market rumours

⭐ Teams searching for major roster upgrades ahead of free agency

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🕐 CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro (together in person!)

00:57 - Edmonton Oilers

05:29 - Toronto Maple Leafs

08:22 - Vancouver Canucks

11:57 - Morgan Rielly trade chatter

13:31 - San Jose's interest in Darnell Nurse

14:21 - Canucks have some interesting trade pieces

16:13 - Draft related trades?

18:53 - Connor Hellebuyck & the goalie trade market

24:25 - bet365 line of the week

25:24 - Outro

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Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek break down another massive night in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Carolina Hurricanes continue their historic run and send another message to the rest of the NHL.

They also dive into the Montreal Canadiens taking control of their series, what’s changed for the Habs, and whether momentum is beginning to shift in their favour.

Plus, with the offseason getting closer for several teams, Gregor and Marek take an early look at NHL Free Agency, the biggest storylines to watch, and which franchises could make aggressive moves this summer.

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