Oilers announce the hiring of former defenseman Steve Staios

Staios, suited up for 1001 career games at the NHL level, 573 of which came with the Oilers. Over his lengthy career, he put up a total of 56 goals, 220 points and 1,322 penalty minutes. He has continued to work in the game since his retirement in 2012, and recently helped lead the Hamilton Bulldogs of the Ontario Hockey League to a championship while serving as their general manager and team president.

Staios has also worked with worked in the front office at the NHL role, as he served in various player development roles with the Toronto Maple Leafs from 2012-2015. This is a well deserved hiring for a man who not only had an outstanding career as a player but is building a reputation of being a very wise hockey mind.