Reinstating these guys at all is a fucking joke. There aren't ANY OTHER people who can step in as a coach or GM? We have to recycle this trash? [Blackhawks fan btw hate hate hate this all]
This virtue-signalling is unbearable. He’s fulfilled his obligations, has expressed regret and has worked on improvement. I’d love to do a deep-dive on the lives of everyone clutching their pearls here and see what turns up.
This gm is really bad besides the whole Kyle beach situation. He got rid of Kane, Terevainen and many others as well as getting players like Seth Jones
I’d like to go on record that I don’t care about sexual assault and I’m willing to say sorry for whatever. Oilers if you are listening I’ll take my million dollar position at your company now
As a long time “oiler” non-fan – I dont care what Edmonton does & the NHL has reduced themselves into a non essential sport for fans with their decisions on rules, refereeing and other quasi-promotional quirks like playing games in Europe – I have not watched a full game live or on TV for the last 5 yrs – if it weren’t for my family hockey draft that is entering 44th year, I’m not certain I would watch any – Just my humble opinion
I don't know much about the story. I believe there should be a path to redemption and hope for his soul, that Bowman has taken those steps. Although it doesn't sound like it from that one clip.
Hey Eck, I am so disheartened and disgusted. As you said, “Personal growth”. OK cool, they still don’t belong back in the league. Of course, he didn’t reach out to the high school kid, start a charity for SA survivors, or do any on-the-ground work with individuals. It’s pathetic.
Im put off by the baggage, but if Bowman can show he learned from his previous mistakes. On ice and off, I think he will do just fine. JJ will not give him free rain. Look at what Jackson has done in the last month, think he wants to let someone else undo any of that, I doubt it. Watch EDM win a cup or three, and Bowman advance the cause; then I doubt we hear any noise
i believe in second chances. Bowman and Quenneville made some grave and hideous mistakes but as far as i know it's the first time they've done anything like that. They deserve a second chance. Well, they deserve the right to earn a second chance. and that chance is earned by being clear and honest about what you've done and then making a true and earnest effort to correct what has been done and guarantee that it won't be done again all in the light of day were victims and the rest of us can see. I'm sorry but part of the atonement is lay yourself out bare for all to see so we can all be sure the offense is gone.
i agree with you that there hasn't been enough transparency, and at times a blatant actions to hide. It's not good enough.
I've been an Oilers fan since I could walk, and this is the worst thing I think the organization has done in my time as a fan. we do have a reputation as a place for second chances, and for Kane, Perry, Kassian it's reasonable and I even rooted for them. but Bowman? covering up multiple sexual assaults? as a victim myself I just don't understand how they could bring this guy on
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So what, people arent allowed to change and get better? Or is it only God that gives second chances?
Judging by most of the comments…. alot of braindead people here
Reinstating these guys at all is a fucking joke. There aren't ANY OTHER people who can step in as a coach or GM? We have to recycle this trash? [Blackhawks fan btw hate hate hate this all]
This virtue-signalling is unbearable. He’s fulfilled his obligations, has expressed regret and has worked on improvement. I’d love to do a deep-dive on the lives of everyone clutching their pearls here and see what turns up.
Kent: have I got a trade offer for you…
SB: ❤❤
Kent: Logan… pack your bags
Fuck I am a flames fan and I hate on the oilers, but not when it comes to this they deserve better. Just gunna tarnish the oilers reputation.
I have a strange feeling he’s gonna ride the oilers team to the ground
This gm is really bad besides the whole Kyle beach situation. He got rid of Kane, Terevainen and many others as well as getting players like Seth Jones
When is Saad going to be an oiler?
I’d like to go on record that I don’t care about sexual assault and I’m willing to say sorry for whatever. Oilers if you are listening I’ll take my million dollar position at your company now
As a long time “oiler” non-fan – I dont care what Edmonton does & the NHL has reduced themselves into a non essential sport for fans with their decisions on rules, refereeing and other quasi-promotional quirks like playing games in Europe – I have not watched a full game live or on TV for the last 5 yrs – if it weren’t for my family hockey draft that is entering 44th year, I’m not certain I would watch any – Just my humble opinion
So the Oilers just like hiring GMs that have failed in the salary cap era? Like how can you hire Ken Holland then proceed to hire Stan Bowman lmao.
I hope all those dumping on Stan , never get a second chance in life.
So folks don't deserve a second chance?
I don't know much about the story. I believe there should be a path to redemption and hope for his soul, that Bowman has taken those steps. Although it doesn't sound like it from that one clip.
Hey Eck, I am so disheartened and disgusted. As you said, “Personal growth”. OK cool, they still don’t belong back in the league. Of course, he didn’t reach out to the high school kid, start a charity for SA survivors, or do any on-the-ground work with individuals. It’s pathetic.
You just can't fix stupid.
Im put off by the baggage, but if Bowman can show he learned from his previous mistakes. On ice and off, I think he will do just fine. JJ will not give him free rain. Look at what Jackson has done in the last month, think he wants to let someone else undo any of that, I doubt it. Watch EDM win a cup or three, and Bowman advance the cause; then I doubt we hear any noise
i believe in second chances. Bowman and Quenneville made some grave and hideous mistakes but as far as i know it's the first time they've done anything like that. They deserve a second chance. Well, they deserve the right to earn a second chance. and that chance is earned by being clear and honest about what you've done and then making a true and earnest effort to correct what has been done and guarantee that it won't be done again all in the light of day were victims and the rest of us can see. I'm sorry but part of the atonement is lay yourself out bare for all to see so we can all be sure the offense is gone.
i agree with you that there hasn't been enough transparency, and at times a blatant actions to hide. It's not good enough.
HUGE mistake by Oilers…..team will be ruined for the next 10+ years.
Fuck the Edmonton oilers
It's not good news for fans, what are they doing.
I've been an Oilers fan since I could walk, and this is the worst thing I think the organization has done in my time as a fan. we do have a reputation as a place for second chances, and for Kane, Perry, Kassian it's reasonable and I even rooted for them. but Bowman? covering up multiple sexual assaults? as a victim myself I just don't understand how they could bring this guy on
Joe Quenneville would be a better GM than Bowman, think about it, do you want your team to be as good as the Blackhawks were under his leadership ?
Why is anyone surprised? Total oilers move, they have no shame
lost some good bit of respect for the Oilers
Hope this ends-up like the CBJ/Babcock situation and he's gone before the season even starts.