Thats bullshit. You don't throw a developing player on not just a 4th line but one of the worst 4th lines in the NHL , give him 5 minutes of 5 v 5 ice time per game and then say "oh well you didn't stand out f*** you bye". It's called development, the Oilers have failed far more talented players with that same "sink or swim" mentality.
Maybe the Rangers just didn't care about him anymore and yes maybe he was the wrong pick but if you really want to try and make it work you don't do that.
Yes swear that makes you right. He played over 9 minutes a night some games he was given more, he sucked and could not earn any ice. I'm sure somehow you think players that are first starting out hit the big line and get all the perks, that is false.
Unless your a star out of the gate you get a little look to make sure you can handle it. The better you are the more you play.
If you suck and cant make it you either work hard and get a second chance or you pout and demand a trade.
Its called development correct. It is not called hey welcome to the top line.