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gvitaly · 01-27-2022, 04:02 PM

I think this move makes the Oilers better in the near future. They have just added another top 6 threat to an already decent offense.

Who cares that the Oilers are more than a Kane away from making some noise in the playoffs. It's not like you win in the playoffs by having defense or a good goalie.

Furthermore, the Oilers were well on their way towards missing the playoffs this season, this will just cement them in bubble team territory, so hopefully they'll finish 9th.

That said, I don't see much of a risk for them. If Kane becomes a distraction then he will be out at the end of the season.

Bottom line: It's a pointless move for a pointless team. I like it because it seems like Holland is doing the bare minimum of work to not get fired.

01-27-2022, 04:02 PM	#38
gvitaly Franchise Player Join Date: Jul 2010 Exp:	I think this move makes the Oilers better in the near future. They have just added another top 6 threat to an already decent offense. Who cares that the Oilers are more than a Kane away from making some noise in the playoffs. It's not like you win in the playoffs by having defense or a good goalie. Furthermore, the Oilers were well on their way towards missing the playoffs this season, this will just cement them in bubble team territory, so hopefully they'll finish 9th. That said, I don't see much of a risk for them. If Kane becomes a distraction then he will be out at the end of the season. Bottom line: It's a pointless move for a pointless team. I like it because it seems like Holland is doing the bare minimum of work to not get fired.