Ken Holland's days in Edmonton as GM are coming to end
The Columbus Blue Jackets are searching for a new general manager this offseason, and an NHL reporter has revealed that they might be looking to bring in current Oilers GM Ken Holland.
St. Louis Blues reporter Andy Strickland, known for breaking significant stories, noted that the Blue Jackets appear to be interested in Holland. Holland is in the final year of his contract with the Oilers and may not be extended after the playoffs.
The reaction to this news has been largely negative, as many fans blame Holland for the Oilers' struggles. Despite having stars like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, the team has yet to win a Stanley Cup under his management. They still have a shot this year, but the Vancouver Canucks have posed a tougher challenge than expected, especially with their third-string goalie starting.
Popular hockey media figure Nathan Murdoch joked about the Blue Jackets potentially hiring Holland:
Another fan was critical of the potential hire:
The Oilers decision to start career AHL goalie Calvin Pickard in game four against the Canucks has been pointed out as a major mark against Holland. Many fans see this as an indictment of his management.
So, should fans of the Columbus Blue Jackets be excited about the possibility of bringing in Ken Holland? Perhaps not.
| POLL | ||
16 MAI | 363 ANSWERS Ken Holland's days in Edmonton as GM are coming to end Do you think Ken Holland will become the next general manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets? | ||
| Yes | 188 | 51.8 % |
| No | 175 | 48.2 % |
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