Search his history online. 1 got wiped because the victim would not testify. 2nd got wiped because he had no history so the judge said "keep a clean record for 6 months and this charge will be ex-communicated." Another case vs Kane is still pending. His 4th was vs his wife.

The case vs Virtanen has not found him guilty yet. he has not been charged. He has charges pressed and going to court. Charges are pending. You are not charged until found guilty.

Either way, as a business that is supposed to represent the community... I would not employ either of these guys.
- wreckage

And while you are searching his criminally accused history, also search the history of victims of a sex crime. Consider one of those victims a loved one. your mom, sister, wife, cousin, friend, ect... you'll change your tone quick.

And while you are searching his criminally accused history, also search the history of victims of a sex crime. Consider one of those victims a loved one. your mom, sister, wife, cousin, friend, ect... you'll change your tone quick.
- wreckage

No poop. Don't turn this around. You're the one who said he has to prove he is innocent. It doesn't work that way. I just don't think people should assume the guy is a rapist if there is no proof of it. You sure as hell wouldn't like it if it happened to you. If he gets charged then i will agree with your stance, but it seems like nobody has anything on him. I'm sure the Oilers did their due diligence.

Search his history online. 1 got wiped because the victim would not testify. 2nd got wiped because he had no history so the judge said "keep a clean record for 6 months and this charge will be ex-communicated." Another case vs Kane is still pending. His 4th was vs his wife.

The case vs Virtanen has not found him guilty yet. he has not been charged. He has charges pressed and going to court. Charges are pending. You are not charged until found guilty.

Either way, as a business that is supposed to represent the community... I would not employ either of these guys.
- wreckage

Yes he has. You are convicted if found guilty

I find it strange that you basically are trying to say it's not right to replace a 4th line plug on a one year deal with a star player on a one year deal...

You cite good teammate and fighting while Kane has defended his teammates via fisticuffs versus the likes of Zedano Chara and Reaves...

You really think the Calgary management team should get on their knees and beg Bettman to not allow your arch rival a player? Whine hard enough and claim it's not fair despite the contract already going through every level of the NHL buearcecracy?

FYI it's 99% likely this doesn't go to mediation. It will be settled out of court. In the likes of a similar Mike Richards fiasco in L.A.

As a divisional rival of the SJS you should be worried about SJS getting away with illegally terminating a contract. They will almost certainly get a cap penalty ala like the Richards situation but that is a slap on the wrist in comparison to actually buying out Kane. Which is what should have happened in this case.

I find it strange that you basically are trying to say it's not right to replace a 4th line plug on a one year deal with a star player on a one year deal...

You cite good teammate and fighting while Kane has defended his teammates via fisticuffs versus the likes of Zedano Chara and Reaves...

You really think the Calgary management team should get on their knees and beg Bettman to not allow your arch rival a player? Whine hard enough and claim it's not fair despite the contract already going through every level of the NHL buearcecracy?

FYI it's 99% likely this doesn't go to mediation. It will be settled out of court. In the likes of a similar Mike Richards fiasco in L.A.

As a divisional rival of the SJS you should be worried about SJS getting away with illegally terminating a contract. They will almost certainly get a cap penalty ala like the Richards situation but that is a slap on the wrist in comparison to actually buying out Kane. Which is what should have happened in this case.
- Aerchon

Kane wasn't defending his teammates against Chara. Chara rocked him a few times in that game and Kane didn't like it. And I'm guessing he wanted to prove something with Reaves. Kane was hated by his teammates in SJ and vise versa I would think.

Anyone seen K-man?

Go Nucks!!!!!!

You could be right. I'm just thinking that the Oilers have been pretty easy to play against. Kane can skate with McDavid, score and add some sandpaper to that line. This really helps keeping Drai on his own line. Helps with the depth throughout the lineup. Now the Oilers just need a team to terminate the contract of a decent goalie. That would be great haha.

A lot has been said about Kane, and he definitely deserves some of it. But some of the accusations have never come to light. Its not like he's a Virtanen. What we know is he lied about his vax and gambled. He hasn't been good in the rooms he has been in. Those are what we know. If the Oilers get a guy who finally realizes he needs to be better with that poop then its a great add. If not, he isn't around very long. I don't mind that gamble.
- doon

If Holland was smart he’d sign Dell, be the toughest guy on the Oilers

Care to elaborate who makes up "the best top 9 unit"? I can name two or three.
Is Nuge now considered to be one of the best? Puljujarvi is elite now?
Who are you adding to that, Foegele, Kassian and Yamamoto?
Give me a break.
- Traveldude

Exactly!! funny how the oilers win a few games and boom they are the best team in the league again. the coach is fantastic and the GM is a Genius.

Exactly!! funny how the oilers win a few games and boom they are the best team in the league again. the coach is fantastic and the GM is a Genius.
- pzoxic

I don’t hear anyone saying that. Exact opposite actually

You could be right. I'm just thinking that the Oilers have been pretty easy to play against. Kane can skate with McDavid, score and add some sandpaper to that line. This really helps keeping Drai on his own line. Helps with the depth throughout the lineup. Now the Oilers just need a team to terminate the contract of a decent goalie. That would be great haha.

A lot has been said about Kane, and he definitely deserves some of it. But some of the accusations have never come to light. Its not like he's a Virtanen. What we know is he lied about his vax and gambled. He hasn't been good in the rooms he has been in. Those are what we know. If the Oilers get a guy who finally realizes he needs to be better with that poop then its a great add. If not, he isn't around very long. I don't mind that gamble.
- doon

I would do this gamble all day long!! This is a excellent signing for the oilers.

Trevor I enjoyed your blog before the Oilers and Flames game but this one just smacks of jealousy that Oilers now have the best top 9 unit in the Pacific or possibly the western division. The flames really showed their character last night didn't.
- Seventies-Oil

Prototypical Oilers fan! You guys were ready to trade the entire team including mcDavid and crysidle. Overhaul the front office and start over. But win 3 in a row and well let’s map out the parade.

Prototypical Oilers fan! You guys were ready to trade the entire team including mcDavid and crysidle. Overhaul the front office and start over. But win 3 in a row and well let’s map out the parade.
- pzoxic

Jasper ave to Ford Hall. Or do you think we need the stadium? ITL BE HUGE

Jasper ave to Ford Hall. Or do you think we need the stadium? ITL BE HUGE
- doon

Jasper to Ford hall sure why not. Commonwealth is fine

You should stay to the Canucks blog you douche bag
- FlamesFan1230

Thank you, enjoy your time off.

Prototypical Oilers fan! You guys were ready to trade the entire team including mcDavid and crysidle. Overhaul the front office and start over. But win 3 in a row and well let’s map out the parade.
- pzoxic

Exactly. And don’t forget that now that locker room is strong enough to handle a narcissist like Kane.