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Loyal and True · 11-26-2014, 11:04 PM

I must confess a guilty pleasure of reviewing Oilers' media and fan blogs these last 2 months.

Last spring and during the offseason, there was an unbelievable amount of arrogance among Oilers followers, in respect to the Flames rebuild and an apparently massive talent discrepancy between the two franchises.

Two months worth of humble pie has been served. Let's move on.

The Oilers are currently 14th in the West with 14 points after 22 games of the season. They are 7 points OUT OF 13TH PLACE in the West. 13th place has 50% more points, and more than a quarter of the season is done.

Sportsclubstats gives them a 67% chance at 14th place, and just a 19% chance at 13th place (14% chance of anything higher than 13th).

This is getting ridiculous. There is a clear and present danger that Eakins could get fired. Structural problems may potentially be addressed.

Far worse, the Oilers may receive a top 3 pick in the draft... again. Enough already.

It's time to start cheering for the Oilers to play .500 or better for the rest of the year. 74 points at least, hopefully a bit more.

It's time for the Oilers to take a few points from our Western Conference competition. I know we are part way into a rebuild, but a playoff opportunity would be a very pleasant surprise in a rebuilding year.

11-26-2014, 11:04 PM	#1
Loyal and True Powerplay Quarterback Join Date: Dec 2010 Exp:	Prayer for the Oilers - Mediocrity Now! I must confess a guilty pleasure of reviewing Oilers' media and fan blogs these last 2 months. Last spring and during the offseason, there was an unbelievable amount of arrogance among Oilers followers, in respect to the Flames rebuild and an apparently massive talent discrepancy between the two franchises. Two months worth of humble pie has been served. Let's move on. The Oilers are currently 14th in the West with 14 points after 22 games of the season. They are 7 points OUT OF 13TH PLACE in the West. 13th place has 50% more points, and more than a quarter of the season is done. Sportsclubstats gives them a 67% chance at 14th place, and just a 19% chance at 13th place (14% chance of anything higher than 13th). This is getting ridiculous. There is a clear and present danger that Eakins could get fired. Structural problems may potentially be addressed. Far worse, the Oilers may receive a top 3 pick in the draft... again. Enough already. It's time to start cheering for the Oilers to play .500 or better for the rest of the year. 74 points at least, hopefully a bit more. It's time for the Oilers to take a few points from our Western Conference competition. I know we are part way into a rebuild, but a playoff opportunity would be a very pleasant surprise in a rebuilding year.