Oilers Goal Differential
17/18: 234 GF / 263 GA (-29)
18/19: 232 GF / 274 GA (-42)
19/20 (82 game pace): 257 GF / 254 GA (+3) in 64 games
2021 (82 game pace):269 GF / 235 GA (+34) after 38 games

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#FireLowe #FireBobbyNicks #FireKenHolland #FireKeithGretzky

Clean house or bust

"Thinking that a bad team's best players are the reason the team is bad is the "Tambellini re-signing Lennart Petrell" of sports opinions." @Woodguy55
#FireLowe #FireBobbyNicks #FireKenHolland #FireKeithGretzky

"We need to get better immediately. That starts today"
- Lowe, 2013

"Next year I would forecast as another developmental year"
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5 x $5,000,000

"Thinking that a bad team's best players are the reason the team is bad is the "Tambellini re-signing Lennart Petrell" of sports opinions." @Woodguy55
#FireLowe #FireBobbyNicks #FireKenHolland #FireKeithGretzky

dom finished off the Leavins thread

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"Next year I would forecast as another developmental year"
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McDAVID! Oh YEAH Baby!!
Tic-Tac-Tao!
Keep on Rockin' in the Free World
P. Chiarelli math.. T. Hall = A. Larsson, Yak= bag o'pucks (OK he got one right...) K. Russell = $4.1 M+NMC, G. Reinhart= M. Barzal + A. Beauvillier, J. Eberle = R. Spooner,

Oilers twitter announcing the numbers Brassard and Kulak will wear... hope Benson is aware 😂

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RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 10:10

Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 09:31 Oilers twitter announcing the numbers Brassard and Kulak will wear... hope Benson is aware 😂 Resisting the urge to comment.

The photoshop quality is top notch. A mix off Benson and Bouchard with as A S S in the middle

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RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:31

Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19 Pretty over the top response but if that makes you feel better, have at it. Legit question and this isn't me trying to stir the pot or be mean to Benson. If Benson stays in the organization, maybe he turns into what Malone became, a good AHLer who maybe signs 2 ways and once in awhile gets a call up. Does every person that comes to the Oilers and wants 16, do they have to clear it with Benson?

I think anytime you have someone come to your organization and wants to wear a number that is currently worn but someone already in your org, it’s gotta be cleared by that person.

Unless it’s in the rafters or 98, then it’s already established you simply can’t wear it.

Heck, Ethan Bear isn’t with the Oilers anymore yet had to sign off on Skinner wearing 74.

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RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:47

Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:35 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:31 Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19 Pretty over the top response but if that makes you feel better, have at it. Legit question and this isn't me trying to stir the pot or be mean to Benson. If Benson stays in the organization, maybe he turns into what Malone became, a good AHLer who maybe signs 2 ways and once in awhile gets a call up. Does every person that comes to the Oilers and wants 16, do they have to clear it with Benson? Heck, Ethan Bear isn’t with the Oilers anymore yet had to sign off on Skinner wearing 74. Are you being serious? I didn't hear that so I am asking. Why would Skinner have to get Bear's permission to wear 74 when Bear isn't even part of the organization? Does it go the same for if a player decides when he is a UFA to sign a deal with another team? Like when Larsson decided he was going to Seattle, did Russell have to call him and offer him something to wear #6?

Naw, Larss gave up his right to number 6 when he forced Holland to resign Barrie.

Kulak had to go all the way back to big George’s Laraque to be able to wear 27 also.

I have a story I heard about Kulak asking to wear 77, but I’ll save that for another day

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RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:46

Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:42 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:47 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:35 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:31 Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19 Pretty over the top response but if that makes you feel better, have at it. Legit question and this isn't me trying to stir the pot or be mean to Benson. If Benson stays in the organization, maybe he turns into what Malone became, a good AHLer who maybe signs 2 ways and once in awhile gets a call up. Does every person that comes to the Oilers and wants 16, do they have to clear it with Benson? Heck, Ethan Bear isn’t with the Oilers anymore yet had to sign off on Skinner wearing 74. Are you being serious? I didn't hear that so I am asking. Why would Skinner have to get Bear's permission to wear 74 when Bear isn't even part of the organization? Does it go the same for if a player decides when he is a UFA to sign a deal with another team? Like when Larsson decided he was going to Seattle, did Russell have to call him and offer him something to wear #6? Naw, Larss gave up his right to number 6 when he forced Holland to resign Barrie. Kulak had to go all the way back to big George’s Laraque to be able to wear 27 also. I have a story I heard about Kulak asking to wear 77, but I’ll save that for another day So why did Skinner have to call up Bear to ask if he could wear 74? Did Benson have to call up Khaira and ask if JJ if he made the team, could he wear 16? This whole idea that players need to ask permission to use a number that is up for grabs doesn't make sense to me. If you are on the team and a vet wants your numbers, absolutely. But once you aren't on the team anymore, unless that numbers is retired, it should be free game.

It’s just part of “The Code” and is a show of respect. Heard Skinner bought Ethan dinner and asked him near the end. Was a class act about it.

Hahaha the story of Koskinen asking Patty Maroon for 19 is a doozy too. Basically came down to a game of pickle ball and the big Finn obliterated the Big Rig who was a bit of a sore loser, but obliged in allowing Koski to take 19.

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RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:13

Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:00 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:46 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:42 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:47 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:35 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:31 Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19 Pretty over the top response but if that makes you feel better, have at it. Legit question and this isn't me trying to stir the pot or be mean to Benson. If Benson stays in the organization, maybe he turns into what Malone became, a good AHLer who maybe signs 2 ways and once in awhile gets a call up. Does every person that comes to the Oilers and wants 16, do they have to clear it with Benson? Heck, Ethan Bear isn’t with the Oilers anymore yet had to sign off on Skinner wearing 74. Are you being serious? I didn't hear that so I am asking. Why would Skinner have to get Bear's permission to wear 74 when Bear isn't even part of the organization? Does it go the same for if a player decides when he is a UFA to sign a deal with another team? Like when Larsson decided he was going to Seattle, did Russell have to call him and offer him something to wear #6? Naw, Larss gave up his right to number 6 when he forced Holland to resign Barrie. Kulak had to go all the way back to big George’s Laraque to be able to wear 27 also. I have a story I heard about Kulak asking to wear 77, but I’ll save that for another day So why did Skinner have to call up Bear to ask if he could wear 74? Did Benson have to call up Khaira and ask if JJ if he made the team, could he wear 16? This whole idea that players need to ask permission to use a number that is up for grabs doesn't make sense to me. If you are on the team and a vet wants your numbers, absolutely. But once you aren't on the team anymore, unless that numbers is retired, it should be free game. It’s just part of “The Code” and is a show of respect. Heard Skinner bought Ethan dinner and asked him near the end. Was a class act about it. Hahaha the story of Koskinen asking Patty Maroon for 19 is a doozy too. Basically came down to a game of pickle ball and the big Finn obliterated the Big Rig who was a bit of a sore loser, but obliged in allowing Koski to take 19. So did Benson buy Kharira anything because he was 16 before Benson took it?

No, it wasn’t Khaira’s choice. 16 goes back to Kelly Buchberger. There’s a Captain clause where if a captain’s number comes available it defaults to that last captain’s choice in allowing players to wear it. But said captain can give that up at their discretion and Buchy gave that up stating Benson would be the next Oiler great to wear 16

[Updated on: Tue, 22 March 2022 13:24]

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RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:32

Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:17 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:13 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:00 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:46 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:42 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:47 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:35 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:31 Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19 Pretty over the top response but if that makes you feel better, have at it. Legit question and this isn't me trying to stir the pot or be mean to Benson. If Benson stays in the organization, maybe he turns into what Malone became, a good AHLer who maybe signs 2 ways and once in awhile gets a call up. Does every person that comes to the Oilers and wants 16, do they have to clear it with Benson? Heck, Ethan Bear isn’t with the Oilers anymore yet had to sign off on Skinner wearing 74. Are you being serious? I didn't hear that so I am asking. Why would Skinner have to get Bear's permission to wear 74 when Bear isn't even part of the organization? Does it go the same for if a player decides when he is a UFA to sign a deal with another team? Like when Larsson decided he was going to Seattle, did Russell have to call him and offer him something to wear #6? Naw, Larss gave up his right to number 6 when he forced Holland to resign Barrie. Kulak had to go all the way back to big George’s Laraque to be able to wear 27 also. I have a story I heard about Kulak asking to wear 77, but I’ll save that for another day So why did Skinner have to call up Bear to ask if he could wear 74? Did Benson have to call up Khaira and ask if JJ if he made the team, could he wear 16? This whole idea that players need to ask permission to use a number that is up for grabs doesn't make sense to me. If you are on the team and a vet wants your numbers, absolutely. But once you aren't on the team anymore, unless that numbers is retired, it should be free game. It’s just part of “The Code” and is a show of respect. Heard Skinner bought Ethan dinner and asked him near the end. Was a class act about it. Hahaha the story of Koskinen asking Patty Maroon for 19 is a doozy too. Basically came down to a game of pickle ball and the big Finn obliterated the Big Rig who was a bit of a sore loser, but obliged in allowing Koski to take 19. So did Benson buy Kharira anything because he was 16 before Benson took it? No, it wasn’t Khaira’s choice. 16 goes back to Kelly Buchberger. There’s a Captain clause where if a captain’s number comes available it defaults to that last captain’s choice in allowing players to wear it. But said captain can give that up at their discretion and Buchy gave that up stating Benson would be the next Oiler great to wear 16 Good lord. I can sort of get the idea that out of respect, a player goes and asks a former team great if they are Ok to let them wear their old numbers. Seems stupid to me to have to get permission from a long retired guy if his number isn't retired but I understand all the tradition stuff. But being expected to track down a guy who is still playing but not longer part of the organization and probably won't ever wear that number on that jersey again seems ridiculous. What happens if Skinner didn't take Bear out when he was traded, does that mean Bear can beat the hell out of him and Skinner can't punch back? What happens if the guy who used to wear that number was a complete A-hole when he was on the team, do you still have ask him for his blessing?

Part of the beauty of the Oilers is that Alum are usually just around the corner of the hallway.

If Skinner hadn’t of taken Bear out before then he would have simply looked for a different number. Not sure why he would 74 though. Typically it’s a “carry on the legacy” of my number kinda thing. Maybe Skinner wanted 74 to spite Tippett?

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Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:38

RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:32 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:17 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:13 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:00 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:46 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:42 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:47 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:35 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:31 Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19 Pretty over the top response but if that makes you feel better, have at it. Legit question and this isn't me trying to stir the pot or be mean to Benson. If Benson stays in the organization, maybe he turns into what Malone became, a good AHLer who maybe signs 2 ways and once in awhile gets a call up. Does every person that comes to the Oilers and wants 16, do they have to clear it with Benson? Heck, Ethan Bear isn’t with the Oilers anymore yet had to sign off on Skinner wearing 74. Are you being serious? I didn't hear that so I am asking. Why would Skinner have to get Bear's permission to wear 74 when Bear isn't even part of the organization? Does it go the same for if a player decides when he is a UFA to sign a deal with another team? Like when Larsson decided he was going to Seattle, did Russell have to call him and offer him something to wear #6? Naw, Larss gave up his right to number 6 when he forced Holland to resign Barrie. Kulak had to go all the way back to big George’s Laraque to be able to wear 27 also. I have a story I heard about Kulak asking to wear 77, but I’ll save that for another day So why did Skinner have to call up Bear to ask if he could wear 74? Did Benson have to call up Khaira and ask if JJ if he made the team, could he wear 16? This whole idea that players need to ask permission to use a number that is up for grabs doesn't make sense to me. If you are on the team and a vet wants your numbers, absolutely. But once you aren't on the team anymore, unless that numbers is retired, it should be free game. It’s just part of “The Code” and is a show of respect. Heard Skinner bought Ethan dinner and asked him near the end. Was a class act about it. Hahaha the story of Koskinen asking Patty Maroon for 19 is a doozy too. Basically came down to a game of pickle ball and the big Finn obliterated the Big Rig who was a bit of a sore loser, but obliged in allowing Koski to take 19. So did Benson buy Kharira anything because he was 16 before Benson took it? No, it wasn’t Khaira’s choice. 16 goes back to Kelly Buchberger. There’s a Captain clause where if a captain’s number comes available it defaults to that last captain’s choice in allowing players to wear it. But said captain can give that up at their discretion and Buchy gave that up stating Benson would be the next Oiler great to wear 16 Good lord. I can sort of get the idea that out of respect, a player goes and asks a former team great if they are Ok to let them wear their old numbers. Seems stupid to me to have to get permission from a long retired guy if his number isn't retired but I understand all the tradition stuff. But being expected to track down a guy who is still playing but not longer part of the organization and probably won't ever wear that number on that jersey again seems ridiculous. What happens if Skinner didn't take Bear out when he was traded, does that mean Bear can beat the hell out of him and Skinner can't punch back? What happens if the guy who used to wear that number was a complete A-hole when he was on the team, do you still have ask him for his blessing? Part of the beauty of the Oilers is that Alum are usually just around the corner of the hallway. If Skinner hadn’t of taken Bear out before then he would have simply looked for a different number. Not sure why he would 74 though. Typically it’s a “carry on the legacy” of my number kinda thing. Maybe Skinner wanted 74 to spite Tippett?

This is one of the best exchanges in the history of Oilfans. Well done 'Gasm

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PlusOne wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 16:31

Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:38 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:32 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:17 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:13 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:00 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:46 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:42 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:47 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:35 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:31 Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19 Pretty over the top response but if that makes you feel better, have at it. Legit question and this isn't me trying to stir the pot or be mean to Benson. If Benson stays in the organization, maybe he turns into what Malone became, a good AHLer who maybe signs 2 ways and once in awhile gets a call up. Does every person that comes to the Oilers and wants 16, do they have to clear it with Benson? Heck, Ethan Bear isn’t with the Oilers anymore yet had to sign off on Skinner wearing 74. Are you being serious? I didn't hear that so I am asking. Why would Skinner have to get Bear's permission to wear 74 when Bear isn't even part of the organization? Does it go the same for if a player decides when he is a UFA to sign a deal with another team? Like when Larsson decided he was going to Seattle, did Russell have to call him and offer him something to wear #6? Naw, Larss gave up his right to number 6 when he forced Holland to resign Barrie. Kulak had to go all the way back to big George’s Laraque to be able to wear 27 also. I have a story I heard about Kulak asking to wear 77, but I’ll save that for another day So why did Skinner have to call up Bear to ask if he could wear 74? Did Benson have to call up Khaira and ask if JJ if he made the team, could he wear 16? This whole idea that players need to ask permission to use a number that is up for grabs doesn't make sense to me. If you are on the team and a vet wants your numbers, absolutely. But once you aren't on the team anymore, unless that numbers is retired, it should be free game. It’s just part of “The Code” and is a show of respect. Heard Skinner bought Ethan dinner and asked him near the end. Was a class act about it. Hahaha the story of Koskinen asking Patty Maroon for 19 is a doozy too. Basically came down to a game of pickle ball and the big Finn obliterated the Big Rig who was a bit of a sore loser, but obliged in allowing Koski to take 19. So did Benson buy Kharira anything because he was 16 before Benson took it? No, it wasn’t Khaira’s choice. 16 goes back to Kelly Buchberger. There’s a Captain clause where if a captain’s number comes available it defaults to that last captain’s choice in allowing players to wear it. But said captain can give that up at their discretion and Buchy gave that up stating Benson would be the next Oiler great to wear 16 Good lord. I can sort of get the idea that out of respect, a player goes and asks a former team great if they are Ok to let them wear their old numbers. Seems stupid to me to have to get permission from a long retired guy if his number isn't retired but I understand all the tradition stuff. But being expected to track down a guy who is still playing but not longer part of the organization and probably won't ever wear that number on that jersey again seems ridiculous. What happens if Skinner didn't take Bear out when he was traded, does that mean Bear can beat the hell out of him and Skinner can't punch back? What happens if the guy who used to wear that number was a complete A-hole when he was on the team, do you still have ask him for his blessing? Part of the beauty of the Oilers is that Alum are usually just around the corner of the hallway. If Skinner hadn’t of taken Bear out before then he would have simply looked for a different number. Not sure why he would 74 though. Typically it’s a “carry on the legacy” of my number kinda thing. Maybe Skinner wanted 74 to spite Tippett? This is one of the best exchanges in the history of Oilfans. Well done 'Gasm

Definitely an all time great. Really hope Benson keeps bouncing in and out of the NHL to keep the good times rolling! Wonder who Benson will have to ask permission from for his next number.

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welcometotheOC wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 18:11

Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 17:09 PlusOne wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 16:31 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:38 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:32 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:17 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:13 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 13:00 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:46 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 12:42 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:47 Oscargasm wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:35 RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:31 Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19 Pretty over the top response but if that makes you feel better, have at it. Legit question and this isn't me trying to stir the pot or be mean to Benson. If Benson stays in the organization, maybe he turns into what Malone became, a good AHLer who maybe signs 2 ways and once in awhile gets a call up. Does every person that comes to the Oilers and wants 16, do they have to clear it with Benson? Heck, Ethan Bear isn’t with the Oilers anymore yet had to sign off on Skinner wearing 74. Are you being serious? I didn't hear that so I am asking. Why would Skinner have to get Bear's permission to wear 74 when Bear isn't even part of the organization? Does it go the same for if a player decides when he is a UFA to sign a deal with another team? Like when Larsson decided he was going to Seattle, did Russell have to call him and offer him something to wear #6? Naw, Larss gave up his right to number 6 when he forced Holland to resign Barrie. Kulak had to go all the way back to big George’s Laraque to be able to wear 27 also. I have a story I heard about Kulak asking to wear 77, but I’ll save that for another day So why did Skinner have to call up Bear to ask if he could wear 74? Did Benson have to call up Khaira and ask if JJ if he made the team, could he wear 16? This whole idea that players need to ask permission to use a number that is up for grabs doesn't make sense to me. If you are on the team and a vet wants your numbers, absolutely. But once you aren't on the team anymore, unless that numbers is retired, it should be free game. It’s just part of “The Code” and is a show of respect. Heard Skinner bought Ethan dinner and asked him near the end. Was a class act about it. Hahaha the story of Koskinen asking Patty Maroon for 19 is a doozy too. Basically came down to a game of pickle ball and the big Finn obliterated the Big Rig who was a bit of a sore loser, but obliged in allowing Koski to take 19. So did Benson buy Kharira anything because he was 16 before Benson took it? No, it wasn’t Khaira’s choice. 16 goes back to Kelly Buchberger. There’s a Captain clause where if a captain’s number comes available it defaults to that last captain’s choice in allowing players to wear it. But said captain can give that up at their discretion and Buchy gave that up stating Benson would be the next Oiler great to wear 16 Good lord. I can sort of get the idea that out of respect, a player goes and asks a former team great if they are Ok to let them wear their old numbers. Seems stupid to me to have to get permission from a long retired guy if his number isn't retired but I understand all the tradition stuff. But being expected to track down a guy who is still playing but not longer part of the organization and probably won't ever wear that number on that jersey again seems ridiculous. What happens if Skinner didn't take Bear out when he was traded, does that mean Bear can beat the hell out of him and Skinner can't punch back? What happens if the guy who used to wear that number was a complete A-hole when he was on the team, do you still have ask him for his blessing? Part of the beauty of the Oilers is that Alum are usually just around the corner of the hallway. If Skinner hadn’t of taken Bear out before then he would have simply looked for a different number. Not sure why he would 74 though. Typically it’s a “carry on the legacy” of my number kinda thing. Maybe Skinner wanted 74 to spite Tippett? This is one of the best exchanges in the history of Oilfans. Well done 'Gasm Definitely an all time great. Really hope Benson keeps bouncing in and out of the NHL to keep the good times rolling! Wonder who Benson will have to ask permission from for his next number. Yeah, but then these two would have to get a room.

Productivity at work was a bit low but today was a good day, thanks guys.

I would gladly watch a game and have a beer with RD. Or any of you to be honest. No promises that my pants wouldn’t launch at some point though.

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RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:31

Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19 Pretty over the top response but if that makes you feel better, have at it. Legit question and this isn't me trying to stir the pot or be mean to Benson. If Benson stays in the organization, maybe he turns into what Malone became, a good AHLer who maybe signs 2 ways and once in awhile gets a call up. Does every person that comes to the Oilers and wants 16, do they have to clear it with Benson?

Thought you would have a laugh TBH :) The piling on Benson is very meme worthy

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Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:42

RDOilerfan wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:31 Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19 Pretty over the top response but if that makes you feel better, have at it. Legit question and this isn't me trying to stir the pot or be mean to Benson. If Benson stays in the organization, maybe he turns into what Malone became, a good AHLer who maybe signs 2 ways and once in awhile gets a call up. Does every person that comes to the Oilers and wants 16, do they have to clear it with Benson? Thought you would have a laugh TBH :) The piling on Benson is very meme worthy

A laugh? What do you think this place is? Fun and games? Jokes?

This is serious business about Tyler Benson. Please refrain from all memes and sarcasm.

Thank you in advance.

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Kr55 wrote on Tue, 22 March 2022 11:19

If Benson wants the number he needs to work on his PK skills

You can't always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you just might find, you can get a lottery pick.