BREAKING NEWS: Excitement Hits Rogers Place Stadium as Edmonton Oilers Legend Glen Sather Returns as Senior Coaching Advisor
Edmonton, July 4, 2025 — A wave of excitement and nostalgia swept through Rogers Place Stadium today as the Edmonton Oilers made a stunning announcement that has electrified fans across the hockey world. Legendary former head coach and Hall of Famer Glen Sather is officially returning to the franchise — this time as a Senior Coaching Advisor.
The Oilers confirmed the news at a press conference held earlier this morning, where Sather, now 81, was welcomed back with thunderous applause from a packed media gallery, team staff, and longtime fans. The announcement comes at a crucial time for the Oilers, who are undergoing major organizational shifts after a disappointing playoff exit last season.
“This organization has always been part of my heart,” Sather said, visibly moved during his address. “I’ve watched this team grow, stumble, rise again, and I believe there’s unfinished business. I’m excited to contribute however I can to help the Oilers reach the top again.”
Glen Sather is not just returning to a familiar locker room — he’s coming home to the very team he transformed into a hockey dynasty in the 1980s. As head coach and general manager, Sather was the architect behind one of the most dominant squads in NHL history, guiding the Oilers to five Stanley Cup championships and developing legends like Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier, and Jari Kurri.
The role of Senior Coaching Advisor will place Sather in a high-level mentorship capacity, working closely with the coaching staff, front office, and player development units. According to Oilers General Manager Ken Holland, the move is part of a broader effort to reinforce the team’s strategic direction and culture.
“We want to bring in voices with championship DNA,” Holland explained. “No one embodies that more than Glen. His experience, leadership, and eye for talent will be invaluable as we move forward.”
The announcement has already sent shockwaves through the NHL, drawing reactions from former players, analysts, and fans. Wayne Gretzky, reached for comment, called the news “absolutely incredible,” adding, “Nobody knows how to build a winner like Slats. This is a great move for Edmonton.”
Fans began gathering outside Rogers Place hours before the official announcement, waving signs and wearing vintage Oilers jerseys in tribute to the man who shaped a hockey era. Chants of “Slats! Slats! Slats!” echoed through the plaza after the announcement broke.
On social media, the news trended within minutes, with hashtags like #SatherReturns and #OilersLegend flooding Twitter and Instagram. The Oilers’ official post about the return received hundreds of thousands of interactions within the first hour.
While Sather emphasized he is not stepping into a full-time coaching role, he was clear about his passion for helping restore the franchise to Stanley Cup contention.
“We’ve got a lot of talent here, and I see the fire in their eyes. It reminds me of the old days,” Sather said. “This city deserves another Cup — and I’ll do everything I can to help make that happen.”
With Glen Sather back in the fold, a renewed sense of optimism and ambition has gripped Edmonton. For the Oilers, it’s not just a nod to the past — it’s a bold step t
oward a winning future.
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