The Edmonton Oilers Missing Piece to Success Wasn't a Player?
Jay Woodcroft has proven to be a valuable asset to the Edmonton Oilers, fitting perfectly into the role of head coach for this talented roster. In the 14+ months since taking over, Woodcroft has led the Oilers to an impressive 73-32-12 record, with a points percentage of .675. This places him second in NHL history among coaches with at least 100 games behind the bench.
Woodcroft's leadership and coaching style have clearly resonated with the Oilers players, as the team has consistently performed at a high level under his guidance. As the Oilers head into the playoffs, they will undoubtedly look to Woodcroft's leadership to help guide them to a deep run. With his track record of success, there's no doubt that he is one of the best coaches in the NHL today.
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AVRIL 9 | 115 ANSWERS The Edmonton Oilers Missing Piece to Success Wasn't a Player? Do you think Jay Woodcroft was the Oilers missing piece? |
Yes | 96 | 83.5 % |
No | 19 | 16.5 % |
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