You're taking that out of context. He was not saying that's our group. He is confident in them but also knows and said he needs to add to it.
- ghostofRC

If it is, my bad. Not listening, just checking twitter

Maybe...but do the math...how is it humanly possible for the best GM in sports to fast track this thing? Unless we have a player or 2 in the system we are completely unaware of capable of taking on and performing a key role at a high level this will take minimum 3 years.
- Jeropotato

Not saying MacT's fault Hall would leave. Just that it's the unfortunate truth, 2010+prior management should've built a better foundation

I know its not what you're saying but why does everyone always say Hall is gonna want out? Nothing he has said or done indicates this. In fact quite the opposite. It pisses me off and people need to shut the (frank) up about it.
- Iloveeveryone

I was responding to NIH....Ipersonally dont care if Hall cant hack it because I am confident we can a great return considering his talent,age and contract. I'm not in love with the players.

Come on. You're usually not this dumb.
- ghostofRC

and you are, so I will take this less than with a grain of salt

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Marincin plays the 2nd toughest competition to Fayne, but wins the possession battle when he's on. He's got some kinks to grind out as most Dmen with <70GP do, but if you think he isn't helping. Well you don't think much rutts so idk
- TheNugeIsHuge

He needs more time in the AHL. I know that wicked shootout goal he scored against the Bruins had you cream in your jammies, but he still isn't ready. Lot's can happen this spring/summer leading up the the Draft and July 1st. Anyone pegging the Oilers season next year on what Mactarded did/didn't do today is just plain goofy.

Not saying MacT's fault Hall would leave. Just that it's the unfortunate truth, 2010+prior management should've built a better foundation
- TheNugeIsHuge

100% ill-prepared for a scorched earth rebuild.....but what can anyone do about it now?

If it is, my bad. Not listening, just checking twitter
- TheNugeIsHuge

Yes. He said he knows they need to add some big pieces. Said Klef came in and plays "20 minutes a night of flawless hockey that has lifted Justin and the whole team"
Knows they need another guy to do the same not sure how or where they get it.

100% ill-prepared for a scorched earth rebuild.....but what can anyone do about it now?
- Jeropotato

all we can do now is whine, well thats what ill be doing. Wish I was a bit more confident in the guy who's job it is to turn it around though.

Nope...but like I said, nobody slams their own guys.
- Jeropotato

I wouldn't make a statement to my fan base saying im confident in that group.

I just don't know if I see Edmonton in the playoffs 3 years from now. Hall wants to win, badly. Think any 26.5YO guy would probably want to play elsewhere. When's his contract up? 4 years after this?
- TheNugeIsHuge

He also said he's got full support of all of these young guys going forward. No one complaining and no one asking to be moved. All want to be part of the solution.

why is the alternative "my defence blows"? Could have said "Nikitin can be an important piece to us" not a positive statement like "Nikitin is unequivocally a top 4 D"
- TheNugeIsHuge

okay, wel he didnt say that either, quit adding bits to better support your claims.

Yes. He said he knows they need to add some big pieces. Said Klef came in and plays "20 minutes a night of flawless hockey that has lifted Justin and the whole team"
Knows they need another guy to do the same not sure how or where they get it.
- ghostofRC

I'll have to listen when its up on the oilers site. My bad for taking out of context

why is the alternative "my defence blows"? Could have said "Nikitin can be an important piece to us" not a positive statement like "Nikitin is unequivocally a top 4 D"
- TheNugeIsHuge

He said Nikita was playing much better lately before his injury. Said he came in out of shape and they were correcting that. Believe he can be better going forward.

okay, wel he didnt say that either, quit adding bits to better support your claims.
- Jeropotato

yes I added "unequivocally", totally changed the message

I wouldn't make a statement to my fan base saying im confident in that group.
- Oilfan19

I wouldnt give a (frank) about my fanbase....the boys in the room I'm asking to go to war for me? Whole other thing .

He said Nikita was playing much better lately before his injury. Said he came in out of shape and they were correcting that. Believe he can be better going forward.
- ghostofRC

I'll agree with that. Too bad he got hurt as he was getting better.

I wouldn't depend on him for top 4 minutes, though. But with the options they have... long year is all i will say

yes I added "unequivocally", totally changed the message
- TheNugeIsHuge

It certainly does, Mac T didnt come out and say it as so....did you even listen to him?

and you are, so I will take this less than with a grain of salt
- TheNugeIsHuge

How about a whole bag of salt?

It certainly does, Mac T didnt come out and say it as so....did you even listen to him?
- Jeropotato

I can't imagine how "He is a top four NHL defenceman" can really be taken far out of context

It certainly does, Mac T didnt come out and say it as so....did you even listen to him?
- Jeropotato

Can't wait for Hendos next piece.

Mact said Petry wanted to play in the playoffs. Didn't want to extend.

I can't imagine how "He is a top four NHL defenceman" can really be taken far out of context
- TheNugeIsHuge

Because of all the info that preceded it.

I can't imagine how "He is a top four NHL defenceman" can really be taken far out of context
- TheNugeIsHuge

Just listen to it, he wasnt exactly singing his praises......settle down.

Can't wait for Hendos next piece.

Mact said Petry wanted to play in the playoffs. Didn't want to extend.
- ghostofRC

probably same things as nugishuge and will get crucified for it

alrighty boys I'm outta here

Can't wait for Hendos next piece.

Mact said Petry wanted to play in the playoffs. Didn't want to extend.
- ghostofRC

Hendo's source will undoubtedly have information to contradict this. Deepchoke is very good at this.