Edmonton Oilers Players 'Legitimately Pissed Off' and McDavid Furious With Team For Making a Major Move
The Edmonton Oilers' abrupt decision to part ways with head coach Jay Woodcroft has sent shockwaves through the team, leaving star player Connor McDavid visibly stunned and frustrated.
McDavid, is reportedly 'pissed off, like really pissed', like everyone else, he woke up to the unexpected news via a text message and expressed that he had no prior knowledge of the coaching change. In a similar vein, other players echoed McDavid's sentiments, emphasizing that the responsibility for the situation lies with the players, not the coaching staff.
Sportsnet's Jeff Marek provided insights into McDavid's emotional state, stating that he is "legitimately pissed off" about Woodcroft's firing. Marek's revelation aligns with comments from insider Elliotte Friedman, who acknowledged the challenge for the new coach, Kris Knoblauch, to manage McDavid's frustration.
Friedman also noted that there is not unanimous agreement among players regarding the decision to dismiss Woodcroft, hinting at potential discord within the team.
As the Oilers navigate this unexpected coaching change, handling the players' emotions and fostering unity will be key challenges for Knoblauch in the days ahead.
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NOVEMBRE 13 | 457 ANSWERS Edmonton Oilers Players 'Legitimately Pissed Off' and McDavid Furious With Team For Making a Major Move Should the Oilers bring back Jay Woodcroft if this new coach cannot produce a winning team? | ||
| Yes | 297 | 65 % |
| No | 160 | 35 % |
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