There has been one word that’s been floating around lately about the Edmonton Oilers, and it’s something the fans and media don’t want to buy: patience. It’s been evident the past few weeks that this team is dead in the water and are sinking at this very moment.
This season has been filled with a whirlwind of emotions and heartache, but the fact remains there is a glimmer of hope that the playoffs are a possibility. It’s easy to be pessimistic at this juncture, but a little bit of positivity doesn’t hurt once in a while, especially with a team that is still going through it’s growing pains.