Oilers Fans Matter - Page 87

Rig-Rat · #**2581** 03-18-2019, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by AI 6.5

That's a load of bull. The Oilers put themselves in this position by their win/loss record. Same thing every year, lose a bunch of games and then hopefully squeak in. If you have to count on other teams losing for you to make the playoffs when you didn't play good enough during the season. Blaming it on the refs is a cop out. Don't get yourself in this position in the first place. Win more games and a questionable call will be irrelevant.There is a saying in the fight game " don't leave it to the judges"

Not speaking of your take on the Oilers side of things, but since you quoted something in regards to Tkachuck, it's not total bull. It does depend on the team and in this case jersey. Can't tell me when a Tkachuck call hit's Toronto for GT interference, their minds are not already made up that it will be called off??? Anyways not to jam Flames talk here in Oilerville but this is where this topic is.
Also if things were so cut and dry of you control how things go with just doing better, What happens when the games or series is super evenly matched?? A bad call can turn the whole thing,.
Anyways as you were.

brendan's dad · #**2582** 03-18-2019, 05:52 PM

I don't mind the odd missed call (ref's are human) and I would actually like to see the offside challenge gone. The reason I am ok with a few missed calls is the game is moving very fast and they are split seconds decisions... but when they go to a review and can watch the replay and discuss it, and still blow the call, that is very frustrating. Also what is considered interference or holding or roughing during the season is called differently in the playoffs leaving the coaching staff confused on what to actually challenge.

Jamie · #**2583** 03-18-2019, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by brendan's dad

I don't mind the odd missed call (ref's are human) and I would actually like to see the offside challenge gone. The reason I am ok with a few missed calls is the game is moving very fast and they are split seconds decisions... but when they go to a review and can watch the replay and discuss it, and still blow the call, that is very frustrating. Also what is considered interference or holding or roughing during the season is called differently in the playoffs leaving the coaching staff confused on what to actually challenge.

I actually appreciate the way the off side is now. (With the 2 minute penalty) they should look at doing the same thing to goalie interference.

Talking moose · #**2584** 03-18-2019, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by brendan's dad

I don't mind the odd missed call (ref's are human) and I would actually like to see the offside challenge gone. The reason I am ok with a few missed calls is the game is moving very fast and they are split seconds decisions... but when they go to a review and can watch the replay and discuss it, and still blow the call, that is very frustrating. Also what is considered interference or holding or roughing during the season is called differently in the playoffs leaving the coaching staff confused on what to actually challenge.

I agree. Let’s get back to old school. All these challenges and iPad reviews do nothing but slow the pace of the game and shift momentum.

brendan's dad · #**2585** 03-18-2019, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamie

I actually appreciate the way the off side is now. (With the 2 minute penalty) they should look at doing the same thing to goalie interference.

What I don't like is a team could enter the zone, set up, maintain possession for 20-25 seconds and then score. Then under review it is offside by an inch. How did that inch give any type of advantage to the scoring team or disadvantage to the scored on team? The rules came on the heals of Duchene being offside by 5 feet and the refs missing the call. Do they miss the odd close call? yes. But the ones that are obviously offside or giving a team an advantage are rarely missed. And to tell the truth the real missed calls happening all the time is the ref calling it offside when it isn't. Maybe those should be reviewed and if they find the call was wrong it should be an offensive face-off. Goalie interference challenges I agree with, I just wish it could be a little more consistent.

Bigwoodsman · #**2586** 03-18-2019, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Talking moose

I agree. Let’s get back to old school. All these challenges and iPad reviews do nothing but slow the pace of the game and shift momentum.

And take out the instigator penalty! Then it will be the good ol’ hockey game again!

BW

RandyBoBandy · #**2587** 03-18-2019, 07:12 PM

All I have to say, is that with the Oilers headed to the playoffs, Kosk's glove hand needs a serious intervention, or we won't last long post season

Mr Flyguy · #**2588** 03-18-2019, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by RandyBoBandy

All I have to say, is that with the Oilers headed to the playoffs, Kosk's glove hand needs a serious intervention, or we won't last long post season

Good one

Talking moose · #**2589** 03-19-2019, 06:05 PM

It’s snap an eleven game win streak night tonight boys. Not sure who has 11 straight wins right now though...

RandyBoBandy · #**2590** 03-19-2019, 08:00 PM

Kost-da-game has been yanked, with Oil down 3-0. Out shot 20-5 first period.

Talking moose · #**2591** 03-19-2019, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by RandyBoBandy

Kost-da-game has been yanked, with Oil down 3-0. Out shot 20-5 first period.

Thx for the live update.

RandyBoBandy · #**2592** 03-19-2019, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Talking moose

Thx for the live update.

LOL I'm having trouble finding it on the tele

RandyBoBandy · #**2593** 03-19-2019, 08:13 PM

Darn, just found it on 145...and Blues just made it 5-2....So the oilers stayed overnight in Vegas after the game to get rejuvenated

RandyBoBandy · #**2594** 03-19-2019, 08:15 PM

When do you reckon we lock the door and board up the windows on this thread??

1899b · #**2595** 03-19-2019, 08:50 PM

Yikes “ Goodnight Jim Kyte”

wind drift · #**2596** 03-19-2019, 09:28 PM

Selling Pete Chiarelli voodoo dolls.

Jamie · #**2597** 03-20-2019, 12:21 AM

.32% chance of making the playoffs.

58thecat · #**2598** 03-20-2019, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Talking moose

It’s snap an eleven game win streak night tonight boys. Not sure who has 11 straight wins right now though...

Aaaaaaaaaand at the end of the game it was?

Talking moose · #**2599** 03-20-2019, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by 58thecat

Aaaaaaaaaand at the end of the game it was?

Drunk outside.

1899b · #**2600** 03-20-2019, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by 58thecat

Aaaaaaaaaand at the end of the game it was?

......not surprising. I can’t stand that goalie. Gawd....

sgill808 · #**2601** 03-20-2019, 06:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Jamie

.32% chance of making the playoffs.

So there's still a chance. Let's get it together boys! Time to dominate!!

Weedy1 · #**2602** 03-20-2019, 06:43 AM

I wonder how long it takes the average individual to figure out that professional sports is about the most ruthless business next to organized crime and that winning isn't always part of the business model. The next move the Oilers will make is to up their ticket costs for next season, probably justified by some whiny excuse.

Weedy1 · #**2603** 03-20-2019, 06:44 AM

I wonder how long it takes the average individual to figure out that professional sports is about the most ruthless business next to organized crime and that winning isn't always part of the business model. I bet the next move the Oilers will make is to up their ticket costs for next season, probably justified by some whiny excuse.

Gerald J · #**2604** 03-20-2019, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Weedy1

I wonder how long it takes the average individual to figure out that professional sports is about the most ruthless business next to organized crime and that winning isn't always part of the business model. I bet the next move the Oilers will make is to up their ticket costs for next season, probably justified by some whiny excuse.

Just yesterday, Nicholson held a Season Seat Event. Announced a 3% increase for most tickets. Don't know the justification, if any exists.

1899b · #**2605** 03-20-2019, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Gerald J

Just yesterday, Nicholson held a Season Seat Event. Announced a 3% increase for most tickets. Don't know the justification, if any exists.

Can’t be for an improved product on the ice...

sco22 · #**2606** 03-20-2019, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Gerald J

Just yesterday, Nicholson held a Season Seat Event. Announced a 3% increase for most tickets. Don't know the justification, if any exists.

I was at this morning’s and the explicitly noted they had not yet determined what the increase would be. Which one were you at?

58thecat · #**2607** 03-20-2019, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by 1899b

Can’t be for an improved product on the ice...

Man the body language on the bench was just horrible, kinda like a funeral...leadership role needs to be handed over to a motivator....kids have talent but a leader needs to be more than that....

Talking moose · #**2608** 03-20-2019, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by 58thecat

Man the body language on the bench was just horrible, kinda like a funeral...leadership role needs to be handed over to a motivator....kids have talent but a leader needs to be more than that....

Wearing the C means squat. Many motivators don’t wear a letter on the front. Are you more likely to listen to someone in the dressing room for a letter on their jersey or for the speakers character? A letter is just that. A letter

Jamie · #**2609** 03-20-2019, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by sco22

I was at this morning’s and the explicitly noted they had not yet determined what the increase would be. Which one were you at?

This report disagrees. And says the same thing as well

Some HARSH (But true) criticism in here. This organization sounds like they have horrible hiring policies.
I was stunned to read some of this.
https://thehockeywriters.com/edmonto...dnt-sway-fans/

Trochu · #**2610** 03-20-2019, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Jamie

I was stunned to read some of this.

Wow, as was I.