The Edmonton Oilers fired coach Kris Knoblauch after a first-round playoffs exit, the team announced Thursday. He posted a 135-77-21 in three seasons.

The Edmonton Oilers have fired coach Kris Knoblauch after losing in the first round of the playoffs.

The Edmonton Oilers fired coach Kris Knoblauch after a first-round playoffs exit, the team announced Thursday. He posted a 135-77-21 in three seasons.

Knoblauch coached Edmonton to consecutive Stanley Cup Final appearances before a first-round exit this spring.