Pacific Division: Oilers Hire Controversial General Manager

The Edmonton Oilers have hired Stan Bowman as their new general manager in a controversial move.

The San Jose Sharks division rivals are coming off a Stanley Cup Final appearance and have had an active 2024 offseason. Bowman has been suspended from the NHL due to his actions, or lack thereof, during his time with the Chicago Blackhawks scandal that involved Kyle Beach.

The NHL reinstated Bowman and former NHL head coach Joel Quenneville as of July 10th, which certainly got some reactions from fans online. Both Bowman and Quenneville are winners. Nobody is questioning their hockey minds, but the scandal has dented their legacy.

Oilers CEO Jeff Jackson stated what Bowman could bring to the Oilers organization.

Some people have defended Bowman, specifically former NHLer Sheldon Kennedy. Kennedy co-founded the Respect Group, which helps workplaces understand different types of harassment.

Bowman's past actions are in the past, and the Oilers feel he has done enough work away from the game to allow him back into the NHL.

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