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Originally Posted by VERVE
Sure if one is only looking at numbers on a stat sheet. However, like any professional sports team, each have their many scouts providing tangible to intangible stats via skating, character, mental makeup, skill, talent, hockey IQ, leadership qualities, performance under pressure (poise) etc.
The Oilers have their own formula in gauging Klefbom and how he projects in a few years time and believed he is worth the calculated risk to sign long term.
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Yes. Ever team has that and many make mistakes. The fact the Oilers have scouts and made this decision doesn't mean it's a "sure thing" he'll be a big ufa prize as you said. There's plenty of risk