On the first of many McEichel nights, we have some perspective from the Oilers side of things. Zach Laing from The Copper and Blue was gracious enough to share his perspective on watching Connor McDavid, rebuilding the wrong way, and the future of the Oilers.
1. The biggest story for the past two years in Buffalo has been McDavid and Eichel. Having gotten a chance to watch Connor this season, just how good is this kid?
Let me tell you, he is better than I ever had thought. During the early season prior to when McDavid broke his collarbone you could tell his first few games were tough.