Post-Game Talk: Solely Responsible

[Senor Catface]

The Oilers are 5-1-1 in their last seven games. Let that sink in for a moment. Man, this train sure has a lot of bumps on the tracks, but it's always a wild ride.

Especially with how our January went last year.

Because of how bad that month was for us last year, we didn't hit 25 wins until game 60 I think.

 

[McTonyBrar]

I've literally said numerous freaking times. He has played better than I have expected and eat a bit of crow but because my big concern was consistency, I'm keeping my mouth shut till the 20 game mark.

Lol I just do it for fun

 

[optimism]

The Oilers priced their tickets on the expensive side. They're probably maximizing profits rather than attendance.

The lower bowl seats are definitely all sold out, they're mostly all gone in season tickets, and those are the ones I noticed watching the game. Don't even want to see what the upper bowl looks like.

I don't disagree with your assessment of management's intentions, but this one is on the fans that were in those seats to start the game.

 

[CycloneSweep]

Did anyone else notice the amount of empty seats at the end of the game? I understand the team has been crap the last decade but this is a new squad who's 2 points out of first in this division with a game in hand on the top team almost 50 games into the season.
The building is far too quiet.

That being said, great game for the boys and onto Arizona. I'll be at that one and you can bet I'll be staying until the bitter end, especially if they're winning the game, to show support. Couple of huge divisional games coming up, let's keep this train rolling fellas!

I mean it's disgustingly cold, the roads around the rink are terrible right now and the traffic is often a mad house. People probably just wanted to get home before midnight

 

[McTonyBrar]

Did anyone else notice the amount of empty seats at the end of the game? I understand the team has been crap the last decade but this is a new squad who's 2 points out of first in this division with a game in hand on the top team almost 50 games into the season.
The building is far too quiet.

That being said, great game for the boys and onto Arizona. I'll be at that one and you can bet I'll be staying until the bitter end, especially if they're winning the game, to show support. Couple of huge divisional games coming up, let's keep this train rolling fellas!

Man its -40 with no windshield outside. I'd be staying home too

 

[Burnoutboi]

Especially with how our January went last year.

Because of how bad that month was for us last year, we didn't hit 25 wins until game 60 I think.

It's a weird feeling. Usually the team is DOA by Christmas. I thought that it was pretty much over before this last run. I'm impressed with January.

 

[EchoesoftheEighties]

I'm going to eat some crow here on Yamamoto. Wasn't a fan of his earlier and didn't expect much. He's been pretty decent and puts in a good shift. Good for him I hope he continues to prove me wrong.

Nice win.

 

[optimism]

I mean it's disgustingly cold, the roads around the rink are terrible right now and the traffic is often a mad house. People probably just wanted to get home before midnight

Fair point. Just hope to see that not be a trend going forward, that's all

Guess we'll see how the fans respond as the season progresses and the roads get better?

 

[optimism]

Man its -40 with no windshield outside. I'd be staying home too

The seats were filled when the game was on.

 

[Del Preston]

The horn guy missed his cue three times tonight.

 

[bellagiobob]

Did anyone else notice the amount of empty seats at the end of the game? I understand the team has been crap the last decade but this is a new squad who's 2 points out of first in this division with a game in hand on the top team almost 50 games into the season.
The building is far too quiet.

That being said, great game for the boys and onto Arizona. I'll be at that one and you can bet I'll be staying until the bitter end, especially if they're winning the game, to show support. Couple of huge divisional games coming up, let's keep this train rolling fellas!

Couple thousand fans never even made it to the rink. Human ice statues litter the landscape between the parking lots and the rink. . But seriously, props to those who braved the weather and made it out. Game would have been cancelled in many other cities with weather like this.

 

[OilerTitanFan]

McD and Draisaitl better get their act together. Mackinnon is closing in on them.

 

[Emotive]

Did anyone else notice the amount of empty seats at the end of the game? I understand the team has been crap the last decade but this is a new squad who's 2 points out of first in this division with a game in hand on the top team almost 50 games into the season.
The building is far too quiet.

That being said, great game for the boys and onto Arizona. I'll be at that one and you can bet I'll be staying until the bitter end, especially if they're winning the game, to show support. Couple of huge divisional games coming up, let's keep this train rolling fellas!

I think it might have had something to do with Edmonton being the coldest place on earth today more than anything lol

 

[EchoesoftheEighties]

For the seats thing: I don't blame people. I strongly considered going as there was plenty of cheap tickets available but I'm like f*** that it's -40 dude.

Also I swore off going to games for a bit since they always lose when I go. RIP

 

[Biltmore]

Did anyone else notice the amount of empty seats at the end of the game?

40 below will do that.

 

[GhostfaceWu]

There is no reason to have guys like Gagner/Russel in the lineup when a guy like Benson could do so much more with Mcdavid and/or on the 3rd line with Haas. Can we please give Haas linemates who can actually create offense instead of the teams rejects who should be down in the AHL or up in the stands. Also thought Jones had a very good game unlike some guys on the blueline he was getting his shot through causing ruckus infront of the net with smart low slappers instead of you know missing the net 3 feet wide/high or lobbing 4 feet high wristers into traffic that have no weight behind it.

 

[optimism]

Haha yeah probably wanted to get home quick, which is understandable given the circumstances. But most of them were filled if you watch the highlights that's more what I was referring to. I'd be staying at any game but I guess a lot of people don't have the same passion when the weather is this crappy.

All good, I'm sure they'll be into it come playoff time.

 

[optimism]

There is no reason to have guys like Gagner/Russel in the lineup when a guy like Benson could do so much more with Mcdavid and/or on the 3rd line with Haas. Can we please give Haas linemates who can actually create offense instead of the teams rejects who should be down in the AHL or up in the stands. Also thought Jones had a very good game unlike some guys on the blueline he was getting his shot through causing ruckus infront of the net with smart low slappers instead of you know missing the net 3 feet wide/high or lobbing 4 feet high wristers into traffic that have no weight behind it.

I would love to see a Benson call up.

 

[Anarchism]

Haha yeah probably wanted to get home quick, which is understandable given the circumstances. But most of them were filled if you watch the highlights that's more what I was referring to. I'd be staying at any game but I guess a lot of people don't have the same passion when the weather is this crappy.

All good, I'm sure they'll be into it come playoff time.

Lets hope its just as cold out when Hallsie shows up Saturday...make him appreciate the Desert lifestyle...

 

[Shaquille Oatmeal]

McD and Draisaitl better get their act together. Mackinnon is closing in on them.

Point leader stats are fun to watch and all but if the guys stop cheating on D to help the team you can't complain.

Ask Mcdavid if he would rather have an Art Ross or a Stanley Cup.

 

[Arctic Fox]

Point leader stats are fun to watch and all but if the guys stop cheating on D to help the team you can't complain.

Ask Mcdavid if he would rather have an Art Ross or a Stanley Cup.

He'd say both.

 

[snipes]

Just win baby.

 

[ujju2]

Great win tonight. Love the second line.

On a side note, can one of Kassian or Archibald play LW? I wouldn't mind bumping Neal down to the third line to give Haas some scoring support.

Archibald-McDavid-Kassian
RNH-Draisaitl-Yamamoto
Chiasson/Nygard-Haas-Neal
Nygard/Chiasson-Sheahan-Russell

 

[bobbythebrain]

Loving shooter Nuge on the wing. About damn time. McLellan never tried Drai with Nuge on the wing. Not once in 3+ years. Only like 4 games of Drai on Nuge's wing, which gets the same stinky results because Nuge's brain is overwhelmed by C defensive responsibilities.

Actually it was TMac who put Nuge on wing and TOLD him to think more offensively....even saying " don't negate your d duties, but play more offensively"

 

[bellagiobob]

I think it might have had something to do with Edmonton being the coldest place on earth today more than anything lol

Pfft, didn't even make the top 15. Day at the beach here today.

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