In the history of ice hockey in Edmonton, the name Ken Holland will always be remembered. With his five-year contract with the Oilers officially expiring on July 1st, this meritorious general manager will no longer hold this position, but his contributions to the city and the team will always shine brightly.
“The Oilers and Mr. Holland have reached a consensus that his term will come to an end after the end of this contract,” Jeff Jackson, CEO of the Oilers’ hockey business, said in a statement on Thursday. He further praised Holland’s profound influence on the team during his tenure: “Mr. Holland not only shaped the Oilers into a leader of the NHL, but also established a solid foundation for victory and a positive team culture for this city.”
Under Holland’s leadership, the Edmonton Oilers advanced to the playoffs five times, demonstrating strong competitiveness and stability. Despite facing a series of challenges during the Stanley Cup journey from 2020 to 2023, the team has always maintained high fighting spirit and firm beliefs. Until this season, the Oilers advanced to the Stanley Cup final and fiercely fought against the Florida Panthers until the very end, demonstrating their extraordinary strength and potential.
However, Holland’s career was not limited to Edmonton. Before joining the Oilers, he served as the general manager of the Detroit Red Wings for 22 seasons, during which he won the Stanley Cup three times and became a legendary figure in the ice hockey world. His leadership skills and outstanding contributions have not only won widespread praise from fans and the media, but also made him to the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2020, becoming an immortal superstar in the history of ice hockey.
As Holland bid farewell to his position as General Manager of the Edmonton Oilers, we extend our highest respect and heartfelt gratitude to this legendary figure in the ice hockey world. May he continue to write his own brilliant chapter in the future, and also look forward to the Edmonton Oilers continuing to move forward under the new leadership, bringing more exciting games and unforgettable memories to fans.