It's a fair opinion you have there, but to counter, I think nicknames have always been a part of hockey, and it's not likely going to change. It gives fans and rivals something to kick around at each other. This thread is not necessarily a slam McDavid show - I personally think he's a great player being ruined in Edmonton. That's why I said to include oilfan and sympathy nicknames along with the obvious rivalry versions.
I'm fine with Oil fans calling Johnny whatever they like, particularly when he is outscoring their Savior at half the price.
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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
Not big on the names. I don't particularly like it when Oilers fans call Gaudreau "Johnny Midget" and the like. To me he's Conner McDavid. A really good hockey player that made a really bad decision to sign an 8 year contract with the Edmonton Oilers.
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