I have a suggestion to all oilers fans. We need some pay back after the way the ducks fans treated the shultz's tonight. So aside from salenne lets boo the (frank) out of them, lets boo perry, lets boo getslaf, lets boo EVERYONE. idiot duck fans need to relize they are having a fluke season. Radik dvorak with 40 points the broadcaster said tonight. I hope i miss heard him. Dvorak with 40 points now thats a fluke. We need to teach them ugly ducklings proper respect for the best up and coming team. They'll be cryin in their stews when we start whoopin their asses. We gotta stick up for our players and they will raily behind us. Maybe we'll even win some games. Can't hurt to try.
- deadsector

Not the first time a fan base booed a player on an opposing team that refused to play with them , wont be the last , it happens .... As for the other Shultz that was a little odd but I think the fans were just over excited lol as long as they get fans to show up

Oilers Points Per Season

2009-10 = 62 Points
2010-11 = 62 Points
2011-12 = 74 Points
2012-13 = 82 Points (Current pace over 82 games)

Oilers are improving.

Richard Cloutier: Do Oilers Fans Have a Right to be Angry?
- Maxbone

Master debater or Masterbator?

As someone at ON pointed out, our stats (G/G, GA/G, SH/Diff.) are actually worse this year than last year. Yeap, we are really improving there. The only reason the Oilers were in a playoff hunt is because other teams have also struggled, we do not play Eastern teams (which does make a difference in the standing, some teams in our conference do play better against Eastern teams than the Oil) and there are now 2 teams in our division that are very weak that we couldn't beat before (Hello Flames and Avs).
- shvmr

I'm not entirely certain on this, but it seems more like a ridiculously long streak of bad luck in some instances and some level of sophomore regression/slump. Nuge in particular has had some tough sledding. How many times this season have you seen him in a prime scoring that he would've easily slotted home last season only to watch him somehow shoot it 10ft wide of the net? Put even half of those in and he's got at least another 7-8 goals. Similarly you can see Eberle doing the same (despite his relatively "high" shooting % at 11.2). How many games would we have been right back in had any of those been goals? We've been involved in a whole lot of 1 goal games. Now, I'm not saying it's all bad luck, but I feel like it has definitely played a prominent role. It only makes sense that they'd continue progressing, right?

I have a suggestion to all oilers fans. We need some pay back after the way the ducks fans treated the shultz's tonight. So aside from salenne lets boo the (frank) out of them, lets boo perry, lets boo getslaf, lets boo EVERYONE. idiot duck fans need to relize they are having a fluke season. Radik dvorak with 40 points the broadcaster said tonight. I hope i miss heard him. Dvorak with 40 points now thats a fluke. We need to teach them ugly ducklings proper respect for the best up and coming team. They'll be cryin in their stews when we start whoopin their asses. We gotta stick up for our players and they will raily behind us. Maybe we'll even win some games. Can't hurt to try.
- deadsector

For my own peace of mind...you are actually retarded, right?

Oilers Points Per Season

2009-10 = 62 Points
2010-11 = 62 Points
2011-12 = 74 Points
2012-13 = 82 Points (Current pace over 82 games)

Oilers are improving.
- laughs2907

Let's wait until the end of the season and then see what they look like before we say they are improving. I'm hoping for an improvement but at the moment what I'm seeing are too many lows with a few highs in between. Playing against high end talented teams like Anaheim and Vancouver are the true measureing sticks to gauge the team by. You can't beat them on a semi-regular basis you can't call yourselves a good team. Not that at this point in time they should do that, just saying that they are a long ways off from that point.

I have a suggestion to all oilers fans. We need some pay back after the way the ducks fans treated the shultz's tonight. So aside from salenne lets boo the (frank) out of them, lets boo perry, lets boo getslaf, lets boo EVERYONE. idiot duck fans need to relize they are having a fluke season. Radik dvorak with 40 points the broadcaster said tonight. I hope i miss heard him. Dvorak with 40 points now thats a fluke. We need to teach them ugly ducklings proper respect for the best up and coming team. They'll be cryin in their stews when we start whoopin their asses. We gotta stick up for our players and they will raily behind us. Maybe we'll even win some games. Can't hurt to try.
- deadsector

I'll boo your spelling

I think your confused. It's O.K.

I expect that from frustrated fans whose team hasn't won the prize in their 43 years of existence. Canuck fans endured decades of ineffective play and broken promises.

It's alright though. I think the Canucks have the record for most jersey changes. They seem to do that somehow thinking new threads will bring a cup.
- Sabata

Excellent combination of being both Classless and Clueless.

No one will argue that Edmonton has a Dynasty unheard of before... but there is no provisions in dusty trophies to say they have any bearing on today's teams.

Congrats on all your previous glory. And all in the same jersey while Canucks changed over and over and over and over....

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Canucks have limped along like a dog in 5 uniforms too. What an utter embarrassment.

Excellent combination of being both Classless and Clueless.

No one will argue that Edmonton has a Dynasty unheard of before... but there is no provisions in dusty trophies to say they have any bearing on today's teams.

Congrats on all your previous glory. And all in the same jersey while Canucks changed over and over and over and over....

Canucks have limped along like a dog in 5 uniforms too. What an utter embarrassment.
- Beatle_john

Frankly, you probably would've been better off had you just left your response as it was originally. If you really want to call out others on lack of class, it helps to practice what you preach.

I'd be getting sick and tired of the phrases "prospect quality" and "potential" if I were an Oilers fan. They started their rebuild like 5 years ago, maybe more. Shouldn't they be better than a 10th place team by now?

I'd be getting sick and tired of the phrases "prospect quality" and "potential" if I were an Oilers fan. They started their rebuild like 5 years ago, maybe more. Shouldn't they be better than a 10th place team by now?
- gtrman09

Oh dear lord baby Jesus don't you open up that debate again!

Cloutier you suck. Trying writing a different blog once and awhile. Every day it's the same old poop in here...management sucks, the team sucks. Never anything interesting about the Oilers. Call up your "source" and ask for a real story.

Oilers Points Per Season

2009-10 = 62 Points
2010-11 = 62 Points
2011-12 = 74 Points
2012-13 = 82 Points (Current pace over 82 games)

Oilers are improving.
- laughs2907

THIS. Jesus Christ Richard. I come here to troll and you keep making this entirely too easy.

Yup, tank. Tank tank tank. Keep having your precious Oilers breed a losing culture. Draft last for the next 20 years. You'll have a team that can win a cup eventually. But no, no they won't. If the Oil keep breeding a losing culture, do you honestly think your magical "UNTOUCHABLES" are going to stay here? AWWW HALLS NO. No, they'll jump ship at the first chance to play for Detroit, or the Rangers. Go somewhere and GET PAID and WIN.

Your stupid team actually improved this year. Shocker. Could it have improved more? Of course, every team has this ability. Could it have made the playoffs this year? No. Your team is halfway through it's rebuild mode per ownerships already stated mission. They didn't rock the boat.

Let me state an obvious example. You want to build a house. You want a solid foundation, you want excellent craftsmanship, you want it to withstand time. Keep blogging about people wanting to screw with the team, blah blah blah, words words words. Detroit built a team that hasn't missed the playoffs in forever. They draft well. They make the right moves when they need to be made. They scout well. They don't shart the bed at the drop of a hat. They don't listen to their fan base. These people are paid for what they do and they do it in their own way with their own vision at the pace allowed by economics and talent available. Not at your pansy arsed whims. Edmonton IMPROVED this year. You're crapping all over the place again and you SHOULD BE MOFFERFARKING HAPPY that your team showed some damned improvement. It's not a light switch here. Development takes time. Chemistry takes time. Edmonton will not become "God Mode" overnight no matter how much you want it to. Welcome to the Salary Cap Era. Edmonton went from digging for draft picks by being bottom of the barrel. Do I agree with some of those picks? Other than Hall and Eberle, I have a few bones I'd pick, but whatever. People don't pay to go watch a team lose every night forever unless they've got some kind of complex or are in serious need of medication.

//end giant wall of realism text.

Edmonton got better this year. It gives YOUR FARKING FANS some HOPE for the future.

Seriously. And if it doesn't pan out. Enjoy being Calgary 2.0

Those are your options. Now shut your mouth, blog about something shiny and what a bright future your team may or may not have instead of this kind of drivel.

//PS - Please god(s) Sakic draft Seth Jones and fire the entire coaching staff for the good of all that is Avalanche.

The End.

I was a masterdebater in high school too! and when the fiancee is away, sometimes I still enjoy that pasttime!

Big mistake of not trading Paajarvi for Bishop. It would have not saved your season, but at least you would have been ready for next year.

You will still be bad next year. Bad development, bad goalies, super good players. I'm pissed because I wish the SENS had all this talent up front.

Ridiculous

Illegal Cuban cigars? Not in Canada.

Couts. You guys are wanting to much to soon. These kids are learning what it takes to win games. And how to handle losing games and rebounding from that. Your not being blown out of games. Just gotta mature and learn how to shut the door on leads. Sure Tambo didnt go out and get players. But why give up your young talent for rentals or older players. Its to soon for that. You guys will make that choice when the Kids are ready for the big show. That isnt now. Your lottery picks didnt land you, your goalie of the future or your top dman for the future. Your best talent on defense is still in his first year. And it isnt even a full year. Your starting goalie is only in his first season as a starter. And again not a full year. Let them develop some before you go moving assets for key pieces for playoffs. Your damn near gonna make playoffs with the roster you complain about. Lilke that guy told you. Try being a little more optimistic.

2 great franchises, forced to play the rebuild, we are both on our way back, I have been patient, so should the oil nation. However I will say that maybe a few points higher, but things happen, some kids take longer to mature. Whatever the case the league is seeing blue and orange in both conferences working their way back up, let us meet in classic series again in the future. PATIENCE dear Richard, though I truly think you do not know what that means!

It's always about next season with the Oilers, hell it's been going on since their 06 run.

As I've said too many times, until they move 1 or 2 of their so-called untouchables for big, skilled wingers, this team isn't winning jack poop. They will continue to get pushed around until management falls on their heads & wake up!!

I don't care what anyone says, goaltending(although not been the entire problem) is also NOT proven & their defense is shady at best.

End result, the Oilers are in a position that shouldn't surprise anyone, another year of missed playoffs.

But then again, i'm sure we'll start hearing about how this team wasn't expected to make it(despite last week when most were saying they had a great chance) and this is just another year under the belts of the young players, they're gaining experience - blah,blah,blah!!

No size equals no success or I guess teams like LA, Anaheim & even the Blues, who have size and skill are simply a fluke!!

Cloutier, well said.

I am on the same page my friend. Think the team *should* eventually be good, but managment needs to start doing things...losing is contagious, though I would also argue with the top end talent the Oilers have, they're not guys who are used to it and might not ultimately affect them too much. Its the bottom 6 guys that could suffer from it, imo.

Cant go another year not making a solid run for the playoffs...a few teams sheit the bed this year and the Oil had the chance to move on up but couldn't capitialize. Still my 3rd favorite Canadian team

Fans have the right to whatever emotion they care to express. It's the fans that pay the freight. Without them there isn't an NHL, something the owners and players seem to forget.

Personally I not get angry with sports teams very often. It's entertainment and a distraction from serious issues in life. I'm not about to give control over my emotions to a hockey team.

What I find frustrating is the fans lack of objectivity. The Oilers have young improving talent and solid improving depth players in OKC. There is absolutely no reason for management to panic and start over paying for positions of need. I keep reading how the Oilers should've done something but none of us knows what Tambo attempted to do at the deadline. It's not simply a matter of picking up the phone, calling a rival GM and acquiring the player of choice. The Oilers have needs but other teams aren't simply going to trade for the sake of trading. They have to receive players that improve their hockey club as well. I expect Tambo tried making some moves at the deadline but either the price was to high or the other GM wanted a player, players, or picks and players Tambo wasn't willing to surrender. Lets face it, trades for picks aren't going to help the Oilers make the playoffs this year so those types of trades weren't on the table.

Each season the Oilers youngsters improve and the team has another draft to add talent. As these young players improve their value improves. I think its far to early to make assumptions about what Tambellini has or hasn't done. There are just far to many unknowns.

What the Oilers have done is show improvement both individually and collectively. They will finish higher in the standings and have been competitive in the vast majority of games this year.

Having stayed the course the Oilers have all options open in the off season. They still have the same players available as well as their draft picks. We may see moves involving picks, players or both. The important thing to remember by keeping the teams assets intact the Oilers have kept all options available.

Personally I believe the team made significant strides this year and have a very positive future. Free agency and the draft could be very interesting this year.
- Sabata

LMAO - you are the jackass!!

ive never been a huge tambs fans.
i think we coulda done alot more, but he decided to take the cautious route and wait for picks..fine. its done now. we're improving and our core should be in place.
ill give him a pass up until this point.

this summer he makes some moves to measureably and obviously help the team towards the playoffs or i want him out the door. no playoffs next year and i want them all fired.

year 4 of the rebuild is deep into it. no more excuses
- hugefemale dog77

Lowe makes the decisions, not Tambi the bambi!!

How do you know the Oilers didnt try but Washington went with the Preds offer?
- Sabata

Because Lowe(who runs the show) wasn't smart enough -

It's interesting that even with all these poor seasons the Oilers all time winning percentage is 5th overall while those dazzling wet coasters are 25th.



- Sabata

Keep living in the past - jackass. YOu seem to have all the answers for the Oilers when in fact, you don't know poop!!

The Oilers are a good team missing pieces, and Tambellini is just too afraid to make any moves outside of depth pieces and drafting players.

The team needs to fire him and bring in someone with the balls to make one of those risky trades a team needs to make to bring them to the next level.