Gretzky named Oilers Asst. GM

CONDORSTOWN, Calif. – The Bakersfield Condors announced today that former Bakersfield Fog Head Coach Keith Gretzky has been named Edmonton Oilers Assistant General Manager. Bill Scott, who previously held the position, will transition into a new role as the Oilers Director of Salary Cap Management. For more information and a full recap of today’s news, click here.
*Picture features Gretzky coaching the Bakersfield Fog in Anchorage. Courtesy: John Harte
GRETZKY FAST FACTS
  • 49 years old; spent the past five seasons in the Boston Bruins organization and most recently as their Director of Amateur Scouting
  • Was with the Arizona Coyotes scouting staff prior to joining the Bruins
  • Only head coach of the Bakersfield Fog (West Coast Hockey League) from 1995-1998 before moving on to the Asheville Smoke (United Hockey League) for two seasons
HOME OPENER IS OCTOBER 22
The Condors home opener will be Saturday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. Other dates announced include Field Trip Day on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 10:30 a.m. and Teddy Bear Toss on Saturday, Nov. 26 at 7 p.m. Make sure you get the best seats for the best price now by locking in a membership here or calling 324-PUCK (7825)
OUR OFFICE IS CLOSED UNTIL THURSDAY, AUGUST 4
The Condors front office will be closed until Thursday, August 4 at 10 a.m. due to renovations. During that time, phones will be down, but staff will have access to e-mails on a limited basis. Follow the Condors on social media below for updates.
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