The new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers has a plan. That much is clear, when you hear Todd McLellan speak. But he made one comment in particular, today, that may explain a few Peter Chiarelli roster moves.
McLellan is a veteran coach. Based on his body of work, it is fair to say that he has in the past ridden his veteran players pretty hard. And during an interview today, he said of the Edmonton Oilers roster “If young players are not ready, they will not play”. Refreshing words, to be sure, for fans of a franchise that has seen a number of it’s prospects rushed.