Edmonton Oilers Summary

The Edmonton Oilers are currently involved in a significant coaching search following the playoff elimination, with candidates like Jay Woodcroft and John Tortorella emerging as potential hires. Jay Woodcroft, the former Oilers head coach, has recently interviewed with the Los Angeles Kings and is also expected to meet with the Toronto Maple Leafs, positioning him as a strong contender for a coaching role next season, as reported by Yahoo Sports NHL.

Meanwhile, the Oilers made a roster move by signing Aku Raty and are reflecting on player performances from the past season, particularly focusing on Josh Samanski, who has shown promise in his transition from the AHL to the NHL, according to Oilers Nation.

The team aims to bolster its depth after a disappointing season marked by inconsistent performances, highlighted by an increase in goals against, dropping significantly in the defensive rankings compared to previous years, as analyzed by Oil on Whyte.

As the NHL draft approaches, the Oilers are considering potential picks, including Ben Macbeath, a standout defenseman from the WHL, as they look to enhance their roster for the future, according to further insights from Oilers Nation.