A veteran hockey executive will split his time between his current leadership role with Hockey Canada and a temporary assignment with the Edmonton Oilers. The arrangement allows him to remain as vice president of hockey operations and national men’s teams coach while contributing to the Oilers for specific periods each month. This dual commitment reflects a rare crossover between national team development and club-level strategy in professional hockey. Fans and analysts will watch closely to see how his experience shapes both the Oilers’ season and Canada’s international programs.

The 49-year-old will join the Oilers for a select number of days at home each month while continuing in his role as Hockey Canada's Vice President of Hockey Operations & National Men's Teams Coach ...