Author of Connor McDavid: Hockey's Next Great One, former Edmonton Oilers writer for Copper & Blue, The Hockey Writers and currently on hiatus, Music Lover 🎧🌱

Edmonton, Alberta
Joined October 2011
This is perfect from Dennis.
The funny thing about Formenton is his speed exposes his lack of compete. He's fast enough that he can win most races but sometimes he'll pull up and chose not to. Other times he will get there but not seal the wall
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From a goaltending perspective, the Oilers arr getting questions answered. Levi got his chance and ran with it. Aftet an initial misstep out of the gate, Jarry has been solid. Here is his opportunity to make a statement.
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RNH isn't McDavid but Hyman and Savoie were good with 97 last season. They'll be a different trio but there is no reason those three can't give the Oilers a solid second line. Also, it gives the head coach real options with Connor and Draisaitl.
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Oilers really need Walman to step up in Ekholm's absence. Curious how long a rope Mukhamadullin gets, before they go to Bako for help.
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It's funny, the goal I didn't like much on Levi was the Aho goal. Nice move but didn't think he played it well. Shut the door on all similar type looks from that point on. Said it on so many occasions, when a team trusts their goalie, winning 1-0 or 10-9 doesn't matter. #Oilers
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Helluva return for RNH, huge night for 97 - 29 and Levi keeps doing his thing. Most goalies don't like 5-5 games but Devon appears to genuinely enjoy them. Keep it going gents 👏 👌 👍 #LetsGoOilers
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These guys are hilarious 😂 #LetsGoOilers
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For those who forgot what the Oilers powerplay was like with 18 & 93... They make a bigger difference than people realize.
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If I were sitting in Babcock's seat, bring out 93-97-18 & 92-29-42 for the third and see if the Oilers can steal a point.
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Not sure what the hell that was from Emberson & Walman but give the Canes credit. Pouncing on every opportunity. Oilers have an entire season to find their "A" game but Carolina are playing their tails off.
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That's the part of Bouchard's game that needs more. Guys are going to get beat but after he gets past you, flatten the guy. Take the penalty. Don't get me wrong, great play but Jarvis but the recovery was non-existent from Bouch. #LetsGoOilers
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Took RNH long to have an impact on the PP
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Not a shot at Brain, who just pointed out a stat. Funny how much a narrative can change inside three weeks for the Oilers and their fans 😉
Devon Levi: .682 save percentage (15 saves on 22 shots) is the lowest ever for an Oilers goalie in a winning decision
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Not sure how the Oilers don't start Levi on Thursday against the Canes.
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This has been the issue with Darnell for too many years. Doesn't recognize what's going on. Instead of just flattening Slafkovsky when he flipped the puck passed him, Nurse does whatever the hell that was that we just saw.
Juraj Slafkovský dances around Darnell Nurse 🥵
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I'm so glad the Oilers didn't give in to the we need a big goalie mentality & traded for Cossa. Levi was on my wish list for two years & they essentially got him for free. Yeah, it's early but this is exactly who I thought they were getting. And he's only going to get better.
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I get Oilers fans are frustrated with Howard but give him credit. The points haven't come but he's doing what this staff wants from him...in a role he isn't built for or familiar with. He's forechecking, been fairly responsible defensively & kept his shifts short. He's adapting.
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I can't see how Hellebuyck could be allowed back into the Jets room. Let him do his thing away from team and see if he's interested in a conditioning stint. Outside of that, he collects his pay cheque and waits. He made the ask, so now he gets to eat it.
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If the Oilers get that version of Walman on a regular basis, they are going to be a handful for any team in this league to deal with.
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I think he's still settling into tye role. I like him quite a bit & expect that to increase as the season goes along.
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This made my day!!!
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