Posts About "Ryan Smyth"
Oilers Should Retire Ryan Smyth's Number
May 20th, 2020 How much does a jersey number mean to a franchise? It's something that every sports franchise takes into consideration. The process of retiring a number so that it will forever be associated with one iconic player is complicated and hotly debated. Many NHL organizations have set parameters for this honour. The Detroit...
Edmonton Oilers' 2003-04 Season
May 3rd, 2020 Sixteen years ago, the Edmonton Oilers were a very different team. In 2003-04 they didn't have a Connor McDavid or a Leon Draisaitl, but they had a stronger supporting cast than the current squad. Despite their lack of high-end talent, head coach Craig MacTavish maximized the potential of every player on the roster and nearly guided the...
Islanders: Garth Snow's Most Memorable Trades
February 21st, 2020 In light of the 2019-20 NHL Trade Deadline only being a few days away, I decided to look back on some of Garth Snow's most memorable trades from when he was general manager of the New York Islanders. While Snow certainly wasn't liked by many – if any – Islanders fans, he did make some trades that helped shape the beloved team that...
Edmonton Oilers: Biggest Moments of the Decade
December 1st, 2019 It wasn't a very fun decade for Edmonton Oilers fans. It was filled with last-place finishes, botched trades, and a whole lot of frustration. But we also got to witness some very big moments. From Sam Gagner's historic game to an Oilers legend playing in his last career game. Today I am going to recall the Oilers' biggest moments of the...
What the Oiler Jersey You Wear Says About You
September 6th, 2018 The Edmonton Oilers have one of the most engaged fan bases in the NHL. Attend any game and you'll see plenty of blue and orange jerseys in the crowd. But what does the name and number you choose to put on your jersey say about you? Here's an in-depth look at the meaning behind your beloved game-day attire, via our not-so-scientific...
The Best Oilers Who Never Won
February 22nd, 2017 The Edmonton Oilers are enjoying somewhat of a resurgence this season. After 10-plus dreadful years of failed draft picks, underachieving stars and curious trades, the Oilers are finally on the right track. The future certainly looks bright in Edmonton. They are in the running for a playoff spot, and they have a franchise player...
