I completely understand the disappointment of Edmonton Oilers fans, over the loss of Connor McDavid. In fact, I share in it. But proclaiming the season “lost”, because of it, is an emotional overreaction. That is because the Edmonton Oilers are no longer a one-player team.
A lot of other things have transpired for this team since last season’s sour finale, the most notable of which certainly being the winning of the NHL lottery, and the ultimate drafting of Connor McDavid 1st Over-all. But I would argue that this very development led directly to the Edmonton Oilers making other vital changes that have made the club better…Connor McDavid or no Connor McDavid:
-A new General Manager, in Peter Chiarelli.