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Ken Holland reportedly leaving Oilers front office
According to Darren Dreger on TSN, GM Ken Holland may not return to the Edmonton Oilers.
His contract, a five-year deal worth $25 million, expires on June 30. There's been no mention of an extension from owner Daryl Katz or CEO Jeff Jackson, suggesting Holland's tenure with the Oilers could be coming to an end.
Darren Dreger on TSN: «Our understanding is that Ken Holland will not be back with the #Oilers. His contract expires, perhaps he wants to move on to new challenges or retirement.» #LetsGoOilers
The 68 year- old, has remained tight-lipped about his future plans, avoiding media throughout the Oilers run to the Stanley Cup Final. Speculation is rampant regarding what his next move might be, whether it involves new challenges or retirement.
Since joining in 2019 Holland has overseen five playoff appearances, two western conference finals berth and the recent trip to the final, where Edmonton rallied from a 3-0 series deficit before losing 2-1 in Game 7 to the Florida Panthers.
Reports say his next stop could be the Chicago Blackhawks, but he won't be taking Kyle Davidson's GM chair. However, he would be involved via a different role.
Source telling me that Ken Holland could be on his way to the Chicago Blackhawks. Position to be determined. Could this be the beginning of building new dynasty there in Chi town?!? They have the cap space and the draft picks! We will see how this plays out
Stay tuned for more details as this story unfolds.
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JUIN 26 | 271 ANSWERS Ken Holland reportedly leaving Oilers front office What do you think Ken Holland should do next after his contract with the Edmonton Oilers expires? | ||
| Retire from hockey | 141 | 52 % |
| Take on new challenges | 38 | 14 % |
| Go to Chicago | 42 | 15.5 % |
| Stay with Edmonton | 50 | 18.5 % |
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