VENTING
By Jason Gregor
12 years ago
Last night’s loss was the tipping point for many loyal Oiler fans. After four days off, the Oilers flat out didn’t compete in Phoenix.
What has to change so the Oilers don’t find themselves in a race for another top-five pick?
The Oilers are still technically .500, although in my world 14 wins in 31 games is below .500 but I digress. The Oilers have been plummeting down the standings since early November.
Their team defence is lacking, their goaltending has dropped off, their leaders aren’t leading, the coaching has been suspect and the most concerning factor is that on too many nights they haven’t competed as hard as their opponents.
Last night they looked disinterested at times except for a few players, but the same problems that have plagued this team for years have crept back into their game recently.
We all know they need some more size in their top nine forwards, but you can’t wave a magic wand and have bigger, grittier more determined players appear. The GM needs to get on the phone and see if he can find a trading partner.
What say you Nation?
What do you think needs to happen?
Vent away.
DAY ELEVEN
Today is our GREATNESS package.
- A signed Wayne Gretzky Titan stick. (pic above) Courtesy of www.yourtrustedneighbour.ca
- Four tickets to see Ryan Pelton as Elvis Presley in the Century Casino VIP Suite on Thursday, December 29th. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., dinner at 5:30, show at 7:00. He is considered one of the best Elvis impersonators in the world.
- Pair of club seats, row 15 at blueline for the Oilers/Ducks on Friday Jan 13th. Courtesy of The Pint Off Whyte.
To bid you can call 780.426.8326 or email gregor@theteam1260.com. Bidding starts at 3 p.m and ends at 5:45 MST with 100% of the money going to the Christmas Bureau.
Over 60,000 people need help from the Christmas Bureau so if you can’t bid on this package, but you want help you can donate here. or you can make a quick donation on your phone. Just text: Christmas to 45678 for a $10 donation or Hamper to 45678 for $5.
Thanks in advance and Merry Christmas.
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