RAW | Ken Holland, Corey Perry 01.22.24

Ken and Corey address the media and take questions surrounding the newest member of the Edmonton Oilers.

[@Sgplgame]

The Edmonton Oilers should be known as the NHLs player help association. They’ve helped a lot of players get back on their game.

[@johanstinson]

Not just their game. But also their lives off the ice

[@user-zf6dx1hk8g]

Let's not forget about other player's like Kassian, Don Murdoch and Craig MacTavish who came here for their second chances. Makes me proud that we have a team and organization with a legacy of helping players turn things around, and make a difference in their lives. Thanks Ken Holland! I became a big fan of Perry with Team Canada, and now my wish has come true.

[@andiman45]

@@user-zf6dx1hk8g Kane, Lucic, Pronger....

[@oil1111]

You would have either lived in Edmonton, or currently live there now to fully comprehend how Generous and Genuine the people in Edmonton are. It is no suprise to me to have witnessed and continue to witness how the Edmonton populace has provided and continue to provide second chances for players. It is enough to have a chill run up ones spine. Mighty Proud to have once lived there. Bless you Aĺl

[@ceeque401]

​@user-zf6dx1hk8g you forgot grant fuhr as well

[@KkevrockK]

I work with a guy that went to high school with Cory, he attests that the dude is nothing like he is on the ice. When he goes back to London in the off season he doesn’t forget anyone, doesn’t act better than anyone except he refuses to let anyone else pick up that tab. If people didn’t learn with Kane, here’s another chance. Don’t assume peoples character when you’ve never met them. Welcome to Oil Country! Finally!

[@BobsUruncle-dl7cs]

Sam Gagner, Derek Ryan , Mattias Janmark, now add Corey Perry, this is a very impressive set of Vets....I can feel the Stanley Cup being pulled closer towards the Vortex now....Perry is an old Coot version of Kane who is now in his Prime and a very important part of this Oilers Team ...and Perry really adds a new level of smart skilled Veteran physicality to the Team.Just add a can of hot Campbells soup and a Stanley Cup and Ken Holland becomes a Legendary NHL Genius and everythings back in focus.

[@daytoncjans]

Just another reminder that none of the fans complaining have ever been in a locker room with this guy. You cant judge someone's character because you heard a rumour on the internet. To think Ken and the Oilers Org didn't do research and due diligence is just asinine and ingorant. This guy will be a solid depth leader. and at league minimum with small bonuses. That's a big Kenny W.

[@frankytanky5076]

As far as I can see the guy had an addiction problem, which millions of people worldwide have. I just hope he recovers and well. Sounds like he jsut acted like a drunk asshole one day. Again, not great but it’s not like this guy raped or murdered someone.

[@user-bi6yf4hv9g]

Believe it or not....there's some impeccable people who exist....ones' who don't make mistakes!.... I haven't met one "face to face" though....

[@eazye1738]

@@frankytanky5076 time for some more vet leadership

[@DoubleDOwnage]

Getting to see Evander Kane and Corey Perry together on the ice on the same team is exactly part of why 23-24 NHL feels so special. They are going to be a terror to the league.

[@ryans413]

I’d love a Kane-Toews-Perry line that be so sick

[@DoubleDOwnage]

@@ryans413 that would be a dream "nightmare" lineup

[@sommebuddy]

It should be KANE-DRAISITL- PERRY....The" KD PERRY LINE"....,.@@ryans413

[@randz5]

@@ryans413 2013 blackhawks vibes

[@Thejango999]

The bash bros

[@nicolasderuiter1699]

Welcome to Edmonton, Corey! It's a special year and looking forward to seeing what you bring.

[@Jugganaut420]

Welcome to Edmonton.. Now let's bring home that cup.

[@gamerkidl4144]

He is a Stanley cup champion so I think we have a big chance for the cup no

[@ryans413]

@@gamerkidl4144 stanly cup champ and has had 4 finals

[@cheynebest7028]

Well the trend now is make then lose in the finals at this point

[@mediumdoubledouble9012]

Let’s go oilers from a leaf fan lol

[@nello1591]

God forbid any of our personal issues were broadcast to the world. Everyone lives and learns through their entire life and we all deserve a chance to be better and work hard. Excited to see what he brings to the team.

[@fultratio]

Imagine if the media guys had to air and answer questions about their private failures and dirt.

[@ryans413]

I know right. Talk about how he will help the team the media keeps focusing on his addiction.

[@dianedyck3474]

Absolutely!

[@carlmack2188]

right on! I wish him the best!

[@pavlovshouse77]

Memorial cup, world junior gold, Olympic gold, world championship gold, Stanley cup. Don’t believe there’s anything else he can win. Well done Edmonton. Just what you needed

[@kwaty]

He also won a hart trophy. Very few players with winning pedigree like that.

[@johanstinson]

A Stanely Cup in Canada is the Final Boss

[@ryley7787]

Thanks 🎉

[@justingillis9254]

and a rocket richard. he is 1 of 2 players to ever have that resume@@kwaty

[@darylmorrison6598]

@@kwaty Plus the Rocket Richard Trophy

[@mugmoment]

Perry's the player you absolutely hate playing against but would love to have them on your team. Welcome to Edmonton, Corey! Great to have you!

[@tontsanthony5766]

Perry a biatch tho. Why change anything right now, seriously

[@richprick189]

Back in the day maybe.Not now

[@anishsingh7597]

Thank you Ken for another great addition to the Oilers. Welcome to Edmonton Corey!! Cannot wait to see him hit the ice! Oilersnation can't wait!!

[@Bluesphan]

Corey's answer at 17:10 ... THAT'S why the Oilers (and fans) want him. You can feel how excited he is to get in the playoffs and WIN. Man, that would be contagious for the rest of the Oilers! He's a gamer!

[@bobabooey4537]

They want him... okay, but does the team need him?

[@rafalskydog8028]

I live and work in London, where Corey lives. During the off season he frequents the store where I work. He is always more than pleasant, happy to chat hockey, sign an autograph or 2 and humble and quiet. None of us are perfect, period!!

[@morgangentle1515]

From a Peterborough minor hockey player , a year younger but same town and jersey growing up, man am I ever proud of you Corey , go get that cup

[@096Landon]

Lmao I love how theyre taking shots at spec now

[@shelleysikorski2366]

I burst out laughing even Holland blasted him 😂

[@dwaynesbgb]

Love it!

[@lonewolfwarrior2143]

Good on you Corey, everyone is human and isn’t perfect. People makes mistakes and need help at some point. welcome to EDM!!

[@andiman45]

I wouldnt give ANY sports team credit for doing the right thing. Its business, just ask Peter Puck....$$$$

[@NickBasra]

Couldn’t be more excited for ya, Corey! Let’s get you that second cup and have you help us get our 6th. What an awesome addition. Best of luck! Go oilers!

[@JoetPants]

Welcome to Edmonton Corey! Hated you on every other team but happy you're finally going to be on the right side of the play :)

[@madmat3940]

What a weird and wonderful season! Never thought Corey Perry would be in Oiler colors but he will be a great addition.

[@ryans413]

If they can get Toews now that be sick

[@dmorhart7745]

give me sean mohnahan

[@davin1287]

Honestly, I thought our season was going to be so boring. I thought the guys were just going to coast into the playoffs and thats when the storylines would pick up.

[@foggydew646]

This guy is a dick to play against, so happy he's on our team!! Welcome Corey.

[@kenmoore957]

Thats what 1 wo man said

[@dianedyck3474]

Welcome to Edmonton Corey!

[@kenmoore957]

@@dianedyck3474 a wo man from chicago

[@austinchen283]

@@kenmoore957 "haha I'm so funny I'm gonna make an overused joke about something that didn't happen and everyone's gonna laugh with me" 🤓🤓

[@kenmoore957]

@@austinchen283 im a big Corey fan but couldnt resist segway

[@ianmartens5286]

Great Addition! Let's go!!

[@jakemitchell6600]

Welcome to Edmonton!!! Takes a real man to own it and get help! Good for you!! Stay gold buddy

[@ryans413]

Kass , Kane , Perry lol Edmonton is the rehab team

[@gged]

Don’t let mark Spector ask a question

[@nigelwray7647]

Lmao!

[@Steno316]

It was a soft one

[@anxietyonline1947]

I was a die hard Jets fan in the 80/90s as a kid, when they left Winnipeg for the first time I was absolutely devastated, but I still loved hockey. So I adopted the Oilers as my new favorite team and from '94 to 2010 I watched them religiously. The Jets came back and I obviously had to drop the Oilers as much favorite, but I still love and watch them all the time. Now the Jets and Oilers are doing crazy this year and seeing them grab Perry is wild! What a time to be alive as a Canadian hockey fan in the west!

[@jeeplivion]

Everything is coming up Milhouse for you 👍

[@anxietyonline1947]

@@jeeplivion Sure is bud!

[@mitchiban118]

love how holland even takes shot at spector

[@deogratiassisi7729]

You could tell Ken wanted to hear the question about the 13 win .

[@OILERS646]

Welcome home u beauty

[@bushellan]

He's a great addition to our team and I look forward to what he brings towards the continued success of our season. Before our star players contracts are up. Thanks Mr. Perry for taking a team friendly contract! Hopefully it results in you adding another major achievement to your resume

[@visionquest520]

Way to go holland! Great job in getting perry to come to edmonton. its a good signing he brings alot to the table experience, depth and he's a really competetive guy could slot him in a lot of different spots line 3 or 4 possibly 2 pp2?

[@Kris-bx5qj]

he's a great guy!! and i'm thrilled for him.. best of luck in Edm Corey ❤

[@nicolecasavant2564]

Welcome to the Oilers! Let's go get that cup!

[@justingillis9254]

Glad to have you as an Oiler Corey! Time to get to work!

[@Adam202]

Corey Perry is my favorite player that doesn't play for my home team Red Wings. His effort in his last 3 post-season performances was excellent. I'm really glad to see that he is back and a part of the Oilers organization.

[@dannowicki3696]

We're all human. Great to have you on the team!

[@de_prest]

Lets goooooo!!! So excited one of my favourite players ever playing on my favourite team this is gunna be fun!!

[@tylermulek]

1 minute & 2 secs to get a Red wing Reference is that a new record?

[@moemanncann895]

Nice to hear players of this caliber and experience are very aware of the Oilers and their history,potential, past and present. We are on every teams radar, kind of tough to sneak up on teams when you win 13 in a row

[@relaxwithme3266]

Excited to have Corey here on the team

[@camh1149]

We all love and appreciate a ''come back story''. He is a hockey player, not a buddhist monk. I think it is good that he takes responsibility for what he did, what ever it is. It is great to see him back.

[@danlefebvre7563]

AND STILL WHAT A GREAT CANADIAN

[@wvknn2709]

He has done a ton of leg work to get this team build into a prime contender. He gets a lot of hate from people online (especially over his draft selections), but the guy has done a hell of a job working around a completely maxxed out cap. Great pick up in depth!

[@TweakyHokage]

Can't wait to see what he brings to the game. I don't watch any other games besides oilers so I just hope he brings his A game

[@jeffro249]

Good to see Corey back on his feet and great signing for you Oilers. He's a beast in the playoffs. Maybe you can bring it home this year.

[@docforest4851]

No one person should be judged entirely by the worse thing they have ever done. Good luck Corey!

[@bindardondat5292]

Welcome back to the NHL. GOOD LUCK

[@grandpasgaminggarage]

Welcome to Oil Country! this could be a huge signing and I am excited to see what you bring to the club. I know how this is going to go already, you are a hard worker and an outstanding addition to this club! We hated playing against you, and therefore know you are exactly how you can impact this club! Welcome, welcome, welcome

[@randyscott8660]

Welcome to the Oilers...Right after you were let go I thought it would be great if you came to the Oilers..Go Oilers Go.. And thanks for team Canada Gold...👍👍👍

[@donnaandre7633]

Welcome Corey! You’re going to love it here!

[@teresaewasiuk8305]

Welcome to Oil Country Corey!! Excited to have you here! 🧡💙

[@kevinnagel68]

Happy to have him on our side… he’s gritty and fights hard in the corners.. and SHOOTS RIGHT!!!! Welcome Aboard Corey.. Hope this move gets you everything that you need.. maybe even more time. This Team is Better with him. SOLID MOVE..

[@user-rl4be4gj3y]

Excited to see how this works out. This could really be something.

[@rockrealmm]

as a Flames fan, congrats Corey and EDM.

[@Steno316]

Dino Ciccerrelli, Claude Lemieux, Esa Tikannen - Corey Perry. You can’t teach what the pest brings. It’s like charisma, you either have it or you don’t. And it’s another dimension that the opposing team has to worry about.

[@mattymatt7613]

Good interview, looking good for the Oilers.

[@derekdrever3470]

I’ve wanted to see Corey Perry in an Oilers jersey since he broke into the league. Glad to have him here.

[@dalriada]

Interesting reversal here with Spec asking the softball feel good questions. 😂 I’m sure Perry is going to be a great addition. Let’s get to work!

[@kylehennigan9468]

Welcome to Edmonton Corey! Let's go Oilers!

[@Tripp_777]

man, I was really looking to watch him looking forward to watching Cory play Chicago on Thursday

[@samsquanch67]

Years ago I wanted Perry or Kane on this team now they have both! Pumped!

[@MrMitchellmaher]

welcome to the team hope you have the best year ever. have fun work hard the rest will follow

[@runa_7022]

excited to see what he does for us!

[@allancrow134]

This is great. I love that Corey is willing to play hockey for the love of the game and not mountains of cash. Great add, can't wait to watch him in action.

[@agitatedangler3436]

Amazingly said “were gonna lose some games eventually this is the nhl and theirs 40 games left” people expect streaks to never end. So proud of this team, streak could end next game but that doesnt change how hard this team has worked too accomplish what they already have

[@petermoroz6556]

Glad to have him! He comes with a edge and a winner. He will be the difference maker come playoff time for Oilers. Don’t want to say it just yet but this could be the ….

[@davidkolisnek6601]

I think it’s great he’s an amazing player for the team can’t wait 👍😎

[@karenpark9594]

Always hated Perry but first thought after his termination with Blackhawk was '..oh I wish he will sign with Oilers'...lol. Will miss Erne though. Thanks Adam, you did well, much luck in Bakersfield!!

[@Crypto-Innovation]

Corey, I'm buzzing with excitement, eagerly awaiting the moment you hit the ice! The thrill, the suspense - it's all building up, and I can't wait to witness your incredible skills in action. Get ready to rock the rink because when you're out there, it's pure magic. Here's to an electrifying performance - Go Oilers Go! 🌟🏒

[@ryans413]

Love that his kid decided on Edmonton because there a fan of Connor lol

[@Crypto-Innovation]

@@ryans413 That's awesome, I'm sure he wants to show off for his kid too. So gonna play really well

[@OilersHD97]

Welcome to Corey! Welcome addition to the team! Perfect guy for a playoff run, might be a bit slow of foot now, but he plays inside the dots, is a smart player and has awesome hands in tight.

[@caloatway5126]

Good luck.Corey. We welcome you to Edmonton.

[@ThatsFirePower]

What if Ryan Getzlaf comes out of retirement to sign a year 1 contract to play on the 4th line with Perry next week?😋

[@Hockey_Fren]

If I could time travel back to 2012 and tell my younger self that both Evander Kane and Corey Perry would be Oilers at the same time, I wouldn't believe my future self. Perry isn't exactly in his prime anymore, but he will help an already excellent team. What a turn around from the 1st month of the season. I hate to be too hasty, but this might just be the Oilers year. LETS GOOOOO!!!

[@stevengallagher3757]

I'm proud to watch this. Also proud to be an Oiler fan since 1980. Thank goodness our team doesn't have a problem helping good players get back on their feet.

[@robcurley4415]

Welcome to Oil Country Corey! Wishing you all the best here in Etown.

[@dannymcnamara2554]

Hey Rob great comment!!👍🏼🇨🇦

[@claytonrabbitskin122]

Oh perry a tear fell off my eye knowing that you were on my team now❤

[@billjohansson88]

Many of us RW fans forget that Ken has a really big heart in the right place. Low risk contract which in the worst case only gives a player an opportunity to get back on track, well done Ken.

[@curtisder]

Love the shot at Spec @ 6:47 Hahahaha

[@mikemattmiller]

Let’s go Perry can’t wait too see what he can do out there on the ice with Conor and Leon I’m an oilers fan for life now quack quack

[@johnq.b457]

Great signing! I was hoping the Oil could sign him since he left the Ducks. Heart and soul guy.

[@tempelronkane4839]

I hope they play him with Leon and Evander, that would be a beast of a second line.

[@paulwalker7498]

in 2015 yeah. They would weigh Leon down so bad lol

[@RickL_was_here]

Kane, Drai, Perry. KD Perry. Hah. Hope not.

[@nskr160]

Welcome Corey…..in October I was planning on the first pick in the draft, now it’s the cup or bust and he makes this team so much better.

[@morgangentle1515]

This is a huge signing for Edmonton ,, I said today I think they will take the cup this year for sure

[@TheFaithfulFanatic]

I welcome Corey to the team!! I look forward to seeing what he brings to the oilers!!💙🧡!!

[@user-by9yb6ph7r]

Kenny mentions Detroit, everybody drink!!

[@natedawg3855]

The Worm! Can’t wait! Good, gritty, veteran player with a cup under his belt, I love it! 👊🔵🟠

[@Yank3030]

Uncle Rico - “Back in 82” Ken Holland - “Back inDetroit” Let’s go Oilers 🙌🙌

[@RajBauer]

DNB's questions were brutal today and I normally like him

[@shelleysikorski2366]

Right?

[@CrazyDuck4u]

Kane and Perry on the same team.. Im going to love the oilers beating the kings again this year lol

[@ThatsFirePower]

I can see Kane, Holloway, and Perry playing together on 4th line. Then switch to First line with McDavid/Hyman/RNH so much offense for opposing team to handle. Then deal with second line Leon/Warren/Ryan. Formula for success is all 4 lines scoring just like how Penguins won when Kessel was traded there.

[@gamingggaming]

Welcome to Edmonton Corey. You are going to have passionate fans supporting you on your way to the cup. Also Spec was dropped on his head as a baby, be advised.

[@OilersAfterDark]

Welcome to OilCountry, Corey Perry!

[@SaveznaRepublikaJugoslavija]

Corey Perry deserves another chance and we will give it to him!

[@Yung433]

Love Corey Perry personality and a great addition.

[@WAACKK]

#8 on Trending... Congrats!

[@paullebel2257]

Cory is what we need .. gritty, draws penalties, in the goaltender face , make plays , scores , a grinder, he's the one you hate too play against, but love to have on your team ... and he can score 100 percent facts..

[@mikealkarout9555]

WELCOME TO EDMONTON!!! CUP TIME BABY!!

[@davesway1170]

Good addition to the team. Guy competes every game

[@davidarmitage289]

Great addition to the Oilers! I'm already excited for their cup run!

[@jasonstevenson617]

Man... This reminds me of the 80's when we got Linesman (The RAT)..... I hope he plays as well for us as he did against us

[@mauricerobillard612]

I am a die hard Habb fan but I congratulate the Oilers signing Perry. They both deserve success

[@ThatsFirePower]

The streak will continue even more to 20 games with Perry playing. Oils will be unstoppable from now on!

[@ringer4883]

Hahahahaha

[@semmcstevenson]

A PERFECT fit. Good luck Corey . Go oilers

[@Oilers1972]

Great move‼️👍💙🧡 Welcome Corey. Very happy you chose the Oilers. 💙🧡