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Originally Posted by Oil Stain
The Oilers have always had a bunch of big, poor players throughout the years. MacIntyre, Eager, Strudwick, Gazdic, etc. As an Edmonton fan I'm certainly no stranger to that.
Edmonton fans also get all excited about big prospects that aren't drafted for skill and then project ability onto them.
These guys are a dime a dozen at the NHL level. They receive much more attention then they deserve as prospects IMO.
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This post epitomizes the size prejudice that seems to exist with so many fans - that all big players are talentless goons.
Smith is nothing like the goons you mentioned above (other than being big), he has talent and speed and is a legitimate prospect.