Post-Game Talk: Where’s Roloson these days?

[Oilhawks]

Spector going on about the Kahun giveaway, Stauffer points out the Yamamoto one and then compares to Vancouver where they lose Markstrom and their shut down guy in Tanev and lose games like crazy.

He’s right, and hopefully it means something because the Oilers need another top 4D and a starter goalie.

 

[bobbythebrain]

can we just talk about how good Big Evan B has been?

Nurse - Bear
Bouchard - Larsson (like yesterday)
Jones - Barrie

can we give this a try?

Yes sir. His defense game still needs work but these are common rookie mistakes, but his offense is undeniable. It will be crazy when he gets Barrie's minutes eventually

 

[Oilhawks]

Yes sir. His defense game still needs work but these are common rookie mistakes, but his offense is undeniable. It will be crazy when he gets Barrie's minutes eventually

Its funny because some fans (and Spector but he’s basically a glorified fan) keep going on about his mistakes that lead to the off goal against but he’s been out scoring these mistakes. I imagine he’d be sat by Spector et al for these mistakes

 

[Snipes45]

Looks like Smith starts tomorrow.

Expect another barnburner.

LOL

Dave thinks this is some computer program where things go linear? He is banking on that "ohh Smith always plays good the second time after sh**ing the bed". Kosko let in two tips, but he wasn't terrible. You wish he could have made himself a little bigger to stop one of them though. I notice when he goes down to a butterfly, he shrinks his sides in so much compared to other goalies you see. I have never been a goalie, so I can't explain it.

 

[frag2]

Its funny because some fans (and Spector but he’s basically a glorified fan) keep going on about his mistakes that lead to the off goal against but he’s been out scoring these mistakes. I imagine he’d be sat by Spector et al for these mistakes

Spector is a Broberg fanboy. For some reason, it has to be X vs Y for him and during the play in scrimmages, it was always Broberg>>Bouchard in his eyes

It's this weird mindset of gotta talk down a player to prop up another.

 

[Oilhawks]

Spector is a Broberg fanboy. For some reason, it has to be X vs Y for him and during the play in scrimmages, it was always Broberg>>Bouchard in his eyes

Makes sense, he’s just a fanboy overall, sounds like he posts here. Literally he’s still arguing with Stauffer about that play. Should have assumed Kahun would make the mistake and cross checked Wheeler instantly as the puck arrived. And since he didn’t, he should be benched! (I added that last part but it sounds like he would bench him.)

 

[KlefDown]

Who remembers Matt Benning?

 

[McOilers97]

Who remembers Matt Benning?

The most memorable thing about him is that he might be the slowest skater I've ever seen in the NHL.

 

[gordonhught]

Makes sense, he’s just a fanboy overall, sounds like he posts here. Literally he’s still arguing with Stauffer about that play. Should have assumed Kahun would make the mistake and cross checked Wheeler instantly as the puck arrived. And since he didn’t, he should be benched! (I added that last part but it sounds like he would bench him.)

I think Broberg may be better all around for overall gameplay.

But Bouchard has been much better than I thought he would be (defensively). He is going to make a few mistakes while he learns what plays he can and can't make in the NHL.

 

[Forgot About Drai]

It was truly hilarious that they were trying to say Broberg had surpassed Bouchard in the depth chart during training camp.

Bouch is about as well rounded, mature d prospect play for the Oilers in decades. Even Klef didnt step in and look this mature/calm right away.

Says more about our draft record but it still true.

 

[bellagiobob]

 

[Oilhawks]

I think Broberg may be better all around for overall gameplay.

But Bouchard has been much better than I thought he would be (defensively). He is going to make a few mistakes while he learns what plays he can and can't make in the NHL.

I’m a fan of both tbh. Bouchard has played much better defensively than I expected. Broberg has taken flack for a so-so SHL year but I think he’s going to end up in the AHL and dominate right after.

 

[bellagiobob]

 

[gordonhught]

Imagine having that much confidence in your rookie defenseman that you are playing him on his offside and leaving Barrie and Larsson (an probably Bear) on the right.

Playfair should spend 100% of his time with this player.

 

[KlefDown]

Imagine having that much confidence in your rookie defenseman that you are playing him on his offside and leaving Barrie and Larsson (an probably Bear) on the right.

Playfair should spend 100% of his time with this player.

said the exact same thing yesterday. says a lot when you trust a rookie to play better on his off-side than seasoned NHL vets.

 

[KlefDown]

The most memorable thing about him is that he might be the slowest skater I've ever seen in the NHL.

I'm genuinely curious how he's doing with Preds this season. anyone have a scouting report?

 

[gordonhught]

I'm genuinely curious how he's doing with Preds this season. anyone have a scouting report?

14 GP - no points - minus 3 is all i know

 

[iCanada]

The most memorable thing about him is that he might be the slowest skater I've ever seen in the NHL.

Idk, I did appreciate his ability to change the occasional game with a big open ice hit.



I think we won this game 6-3 after letting in 3 goals straight.

 

[gordonhught]

Idk, I did appreciate his ability to change the occasional game with a big open ice hit.



I think we won this game 6-3 after letting in 3 goals straight.

Keep your head up MacKinnon you patsy.

 

[McOilers97]

Idk, I did appreciate his ability to change the occasional game with a big open ice hit.



I think we won this game 6-3 after letting in 3 goals straight.

You know what, good recall. He did make a handful of beautiful open ice hits in this 4 years here.

 

[Proko88]

The Oilers aren't getting Gibson. No one even suggested Gibson might be available. It makes zero sense at this point for the Ducks to trade him, not least because they have absolutely no replacement and they are currently fighting for a playoff spot.

The Oilers are once again missing a piece that is essential for taking the next step, that is also purportedly impossible to acquire.

Check it out, it’s Bob Murray. Hey everyone, make sure you don’t come up with any wild ideas cause Bob here will shut them down. SMH.

 

[walktheboulavard]

Don't know if it's been mentioned. But anyone else notice McDavid moving the stick out of the way from inside the bench, after Nurse slipped on it in his fight against Lowry?

Connor always there with the assist lol.

 

[soothsayer]

Check it out, it’s Bob Murray. Hey everyone, make sure you don’t come up with any wild ideas cause Bob here will shut them down. SMH.

Lol, did that spoil your fun? You'll be fine.

 

[Skolman]

I wonder what this was about, a bit odd

 

[Forgot About Drai]

I wonder what this was about, a bit odd

They said it was just to give them some rest. Nothing about covid/injuries