Can Paul Coffey Fix the Oilers’ Defense?

Tyler Yaremchuk and Liam Horrobin continue to react to the announcement that the Edmonton Oilers have reached an agreement with Paul Coffey to return as an assistant coach for the rest of the season.

What does this mean for the team down the stretch? How significant is it to bring a Hall of Fame defenseman back behind the bench at this stage of the year? The boys break down the timing of the move, the message it sends to the locker room, and why this could be a reason for fans to feel optimistic.

They’re also joined by former NHL defenseman David Schlemko, who offers insight into the ripple effect a coaching addition like this can have — especially on the blue line. From system tweaks to confidence boosts, Schlemko explains how a respected voice like Coffey’s can impact individual defensemen and the structure of the entire lineup.

Could this be the spark the Oilers need heading into the stretch run?

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