When I saw McDavid, of all people, being the net-front presence against the Leafs and taking away Martin Jones's vision, that was the moment I realized just how cohesive and bought-in this team is right now. Special time to be an Oilers fan.
That one play is a microcosm of what makes McDavid different from so many other stars. McDavid battles to occupy space in front of the goalie and take away his vision. Auston Matthews flinches away from a shot he could have blocked. I mean, Matthews may be the best pure scorer in the game today, but damn, that was a bad look...
He’s a very motivational player. Meaning he likes direction. Germans are very outspoken but they want to win. Now we have direction. It’s over for the league.
He lulls you. Players can't knock him off, he'll often circle the o-zone looking for some backhand sauce. He's not slow. asmuch as he has this methodical nature about his cycle game. You can hear the jaws music playing if you listen closely.
He has the laziest and most lackadaisical skating style of any player in the league right now, but is deceptively quick and his hockey IQ is high too so he's rarely out of position. He just glides into open ice and the puck finds him, and he's probably the best passer in the league, and can snipe with the best.
One of the major differences since the coaching change is that the Oilers aren't running around in their own end. They are structured and cohesive, rarely out of position. They have limited the high quality scoring chances and when they retrieve the puck in their own zone, there are multiple options to transition the other way. So enjoyable to watch.
Every Oiler is now confident enough to shoot whenever they get the change, and not only blast it at the net but shoot for the corners. and force goalies to make saves. And when you get enough shots, you get goals.
I am a lifelong Oiler fan living in Edmonton and I kind of must disagree with part of your comment. In no way are they confident enough to shoot whenever they get the chance, every game, they still hold on to the puck too long at very important times instead of shooting.
Definitely would like more Oilers content, but if I'm honest, I just watch anything you put out. Really love your positivity and breakdowns, league wide. I love learning more about other teams and such.
The amount of heat Nurse gets is insane to me. Like okay yes he makes more than he's worth, but no he's not bad, and no he wouldn't be the 4th best defenseman on any other team. He isn't a pretty player like Makar or he doesn't have the pedigree that someone like Hedman has, but there might not be a player closer to Alex Pietrangelo than Darnell Nurse. For people saying it's the worst contract in the league... I mean this league has Huberdeau, Gaudreau, and Seth Jones.
@@6BURG9 You know what I was only looking at the top end, but yeah Campbell is right near the top too. At least with Campbell though you can buy it out.
Im a edmonton fan but I just love magical (PASTA) its just a paradise 2 se him playing ishockey and ofcourse The whole team as well boston have some magical thing beacuse They have been good for like always al The other teams are good in maybe 6-10 years then They are going down like exampel Chicago and detroit and also colorado IF we taking colorado They was realy realy good in The years 1996-2003 then they where going down fot a very very long time then They been good again for 4-5 years ago and The same whit detroit but BOSTON have ALWAYS being a good team so The organisation and The GM have to be very very smart i think LOVE PASTA❤❤❤❤
Evan Bouchard's been fantastic offensively too this season, his all-time high for points is 43 in 81 games played, but this season he already has 42 points in 41 games.
I love Warren Foegele. I loved him the minute he got here. Last night picking up two I was absolutely ecstatic, this guy is a top tier grinder. Goes to hard places and fights harder. Him, Derek Ryan and McLeod are rounding out are problems extremely well. Love to watch it
Oilers fans are NOT saying why would you touch this team. They are saying, this is it. This is the year to go all in. Trade anything and everything that isn't nailed down and get these boys some more help to get even better.
I love this video. Perfect editing and recap of a great game, and I also 100% appreciate the script and language -- very classy. Of course, it helps to have historic winning streaks by Oil on fire. Bring on the report about the D!
True. The move McD makes at 3:00 is such simple stickwork. Just watching the video, I KNOW I could do that stickwork and skating. Nothing tricky about the hands or the skates, or even speed. But the thing is, I wouldn't. I'd have no plan what to do, and I'd be playing catch up after getting the puck knocked off me into the corner. It's the classic "He makes it look easy." but you only really think it's easy if you're unaware of all the things you don't know. NHL players have insane hockey processors, and McD is top of the class. But then, they've also got the hands and feet when they need them, too.
Nothing would be more satisfying than seeing Campbell return to form and lead this team into the playoffs. Think about it. The goalie who was written off with the team that was written off suddenly catching fire and going deep into may. Could sell that to Disney tmrw
I love the pass to McDavid in the slot analysis. But it's actually deeper than that. He's already analyzed the situation and position, and he's saying to himself "this is what I will do if he sends me the puck. This is what I'll do if he wraps, this is what I'll do if d goes back" etc. It's not a split second decision, it's processing 8 variable scenarios at one time.
I loved watching Foegele when he posted for the Canes. Not only is his playing very good. He has an infectious personality. Really miss him in Carolina. But Im still pulling for him. The kid truly has earned his way in hockey.
Oh don’t even get me started om that turd. Right now all we can do is celebrate and enjoy this. But still it won’t matter fully until playoffs for this team!
Deharnais has made huge improvements too. Would love to hear your thoughts on Knoblauch. Finally someone has got this team buying into playing defense. Has also made some interesting low key moves and line changes.
In terms of the defensive play, I’d really love to hear your thoughts on Ekholm, Desharnais and Kulak rather than the other 3. Desharnais has finally reached a balance of offensive and defensive puck plays and pinches, which is a mile ahead of where he was last year. Elholm has added a new offensive layer to his game, and Kulak has tightened his overall defensive game up a bit.. big turn around for the bottom pair and whole backend unit under Coffey
Totally agree. They showed alot of heart coming back from the disastrous start. As for Coffey, I respect the guy and think he is a real good fit for the way they play. It reminds me of growing up watching them inthe 80's. It's really exiting.
It’s one thing to know you’re going to be challenged, it’s another to process a play where you get the puck to space + into a position to pass it through a defenders legs all in the span of the 1/2 second in which the puck is coming to you
Defence is going to be Paul Coffey's baby; Foegele, Ryan, McLeod are finally stepping it up; I'm waiting for Kane and Nuge to start dropping gears, cross your fingers on that one; and then there's that wild card spectre of Holland bringing in someone before the deadline. It's just a matter of consistency from this point. But I'd love to see a deeper dive into the coaching staff; seems like there's good communication there from all ends. Something's finally meshing at a bedrock level.
Good Analysis and video. In this winning streak Oilers have truly deserved to win all but 1 game due to sheer hardwork. The defensive structure has definitely been the big change. The consistency has been the other. The team just keeps doing their thing regardless of score. I hope they can continue to play at this high level. Flames quietly being slept on as well. They are a rock throw away and have been playing good hockey lately too.
I am a hawks fan, watching the hawks in the early 2010s was amazing but one thing that both the oilers and the 2010s hawks have, they are never down and out until the game is over. I think if the Oilers make the playoffs and win the cup, this will be a big reason why.
This is my home team and watching this historic (now) 15 game win streak makes me feel like I am watching the game for the first time every time. Zach Hyman has absolutely smashed his way into my heart over the last couple years. They are playing elite hockey and it is so beautiful
Yes, the D-men you mentioned are all part of the turnaround story, but I also gotta give props to Vinnie Desharnais. No, he isn't ever going to be a Norris trophy candidate, but he has settled into his position mainly (I think) by accepting that he is who he is and just playing solid, route-one, by-the-book hockey. Last year, and then even more in the first weeks of this year, he seemed like a sure bet every game to make one or two absolutely boneheaded plays with the puck in his own end, but it's been quite a while since I've seen anything like, for one example, a lazy backhand no-look pass with his net empty that luckily hit the post.
That’s a huge amount of data collection and processing/analysis for a backhanded pass to his mate with his stick on the ice. You can probably see that play work or at least be attempted 20 times a night easily, sometimes win, sometimes lose. They don’t get all worked up like it was made by the right hand of God himself.
The Oilers have played 3 good teams on this run lol it's impressive but let's not get ahead of ourselves. Let's see what their February looks like when they start playing a few more contenders
Still a little unsure about Skinner. But so far obviously hes playing great. Hes been in the playoffs once before and he was ae to rebound mentally from a slump. So those are good signs
One big thing the defense isnt doing now that they were, early. They used to just rim the puck without looking for an outlet pass. They would just bury their head and fire it, jamming up the winger or just gifting the opposing dman an easy keep in. Possession time is key in games. Like, limiting needless dump ins when no one is chasing for it or a delayed offside and just chucking it back in, basically giving the other team possession.
As an oiler fan, I absolutely do not want Ken Holland doing anything to this team. It’s not that I don’t think anything should be done, I don’t trust him to do it.
Yes I'm happy for fogele too, the guy HAS worked his butt off and deserves this opportunity. He played extremely well in the playoffs for us too. 12!!? Yay
"everyone can love" maybe if it was Columbus or SJ lmfao. You were SUPPOSED to be this good at the start of the year... finished in final four last year... Shouldn't have ever been tied with SJ for last in the league to start... Soooo... No... Your assessment is way way off on this.
@@BoboMcBooboy multiple good teams are going through awful struggles right now. La in the last 20 has Almsot fallen out of a playoff spot, rangers have also been shit. It happens to many.
Any deep dive on this team right now will really be great! Especially for those new to hockey. Videos like this with the McDickhead (Sorry I had to...lol) breakdown is awesome.
If you do a deep dive into the defence, make sure you credit Coffey. And, breakdown what's different. Some fans don't seem to see the difference between the Manson defence and the Coffey defence. Good vid.
Wait for the compliment on the McDavid "processor" segment. If you played a lot of competitive hockey as a kid, your body "gets" these things on autopilot. This is THE major disadvantage I have in deeply understanding and analyzing the game as a female hockey fan: I have only the camera view, and no first-hand experience. All learning is intellectual. So I really loved and appreciated your segment on McD's "processor" and how scouts look for that kind of muscle memory skill.
i saw a photo of nick seeler. as a flyers fan, nick has been an outstanding depth defenseman for us and the oilers could definitely benefit from him, stick him on your 3rd pairing and you’ve got a solid defensive defenseman for your team.
Lol I’ve heard this is there year every year since they drafted Hall it’s old now… I get it they are good but they are not all around good they just have insane offence other then that they are average at best defensively and between the pipes and that’s why I don’t feel like they should be considered a cup favourite That’s just my opinion lots of people think differently I honestly think jets or Canucks have a better shot to bring the cup to Canada
I seen this coming, when they were getting smoked at the start of the season I was like people are going to regret shit talking McDavid there just going to piss him off. As a canucks fan and even more importantly a Canadian hockey fan I like to see all our teams doing well…..accept Toronto.
Ps I think your probably my favorite hockey clip youtuber you understand the game, cover good subjects and can be unbiased and honest with no click bait bs. Thank you johnny hockey even thought your a flames fan.😂
Quit acting like they have done anything the playoffs aren't close yet, talk shit when they get a cup because until then they havent done anything, unless you want to be like leafs fans lol
Keep bring on the great videos Jonny. But it's nice to see Canadian teams look good this year.As a leafs fan I want the cup but am just hoping to bring it back to Canada
Good breakdowns. I am a die hard Oilers fan. There is one that is not “bought in” and we really need him and that is Evander Kane. His continual complaints however subtlety spoken, (he is a smart guy) clearly show his inner person. Please Evander become a team guy, you are the key to an Oilers Cup victory.
I'd like to see Kane traded. He takes too many penalties in the playoffs. He is too hot headed to be top 6 in a stanley cup winning team. Or drop him to 3rd line and get someone with a higher hockey IQ on that second line.
Would love to see a deep(er) dive on the defence of my team given how mixed feelings (at best) I have fo that Nurse contract. Bouchard has improved his all around game so much since Legend Coffey came in
2:46 lol, half second to process, then another half second to process? Maybe for him it felt that long, his whole possession lasted like 1/4 of a second.
Foegele is looking like the real deal. After 3-4 extended looks worth the top 6 over the last few years, he's finally running with it. McLeod looked good also but is sharing the last top 6 spot with Kane
Not that I don't agree about needing to add a depth or extra defensemen is smart thing for Ken Holland to do, but there's no way they're landing Nick Seeler like you have pictured during that segment in the video, or any Flyers player for that matter. Philly currently sits tied for 4th in the East, and is only 2 points behind the Rangers for 1st place in the Metro Division. They'll likely be buyers, just as much as Edmonton, heading into these upcoming playoffs
@@ANT4G0NISTVancouver has a losing spree on the way, they’ll bottle it in the final quarter They’ve been riding on teams not taking them serious because they’ve been shit for 20 years. But now teams are gonna figure them out
I would absolutely love to see you look deeper into the defence for this team
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Everyone talks about it but. 91% PK. goals allowed I think it’s like two.
Speaks for itself.
agreed
10 straight wins allowing 2 or less goals. Incredible team defense
I’m liking McDavids physical play. He’s drawing penalties and asserting himself out there
Drawing and taking penalties. Haha. I'm all here for it though
He’s also playing some of the best 2 way hockey of his career, which is great to see
Davo was spicy last night and it was great to see.
When ekholm took that hit from Gourde. McDavid was the first one to jump on him. I love to see it.
Doing a great job of leading the team, leading by example with that level of grit
When I saw McDavid, of all people, being the net-front presence against the Leafs and taking away Martin Jones's vision, that was the moment I realized just how cohesive and bought-in this team is right now. Special time to be an Oilers fan.
That one play is a microcosm of what makes McDavid different from so many other stars. McDavid battles to occupy space in front of the goalie and take away his vision. Auston Matthews flinches away from a shot he could have blocked. I mean, Matthews may be the best pure scorer in the game today, but damn, that was a bad look...
@@steverogers5956 McDavid has really gone down the first line grinder path that Crosby went down for this year. It's been fucking amazing to watch
As an Oilers & Canucks fan, this is the best season of my life. I don’t know wtf to do 😂
If draisaitl plays like this it’s just straight up scary. Sometimes he seems a little slow but on these nights he just looks like a tank.
He’s a very motivational player. Meaning he likes direction. Germans are very outspoken but they want to win. Now we have direction. It’s over for the league.
There’s truly some nights where’s he’s the greatest player in the world it’s nuts
He lulls you. Players can't knock him off, he'll often circle the o-zone looking for some backhand sauce. He's not slow. asmuch as he has this methodical nature about his cycle game. You can hear the jaws music playing if you listen closely.
He has the laziest and most lackadaisical skating style of any player in the league right now, but is deceptively quick and his hockey IQ is high too so he's rarely out of position. He just glides into open ice and the puck finds him, and he's probably the best passer in the league, and can snipe with the best.
I've gone from tears of sadness to tears of joy watching the Oil this season. What a turnaround and what a fun team to watch!
Give it a rest this team is going nowhere.
Cope, might as well enjoy it while times are good. Any fan from any team would.
One of the major differences since the coaching change is that the Oilers aren't running around in their own end. They are structured and cohesive, rarely out of position. They have limited the high quality scoring chances and when they retrieve the puck in their own zone, there are multiple options to transition the other way. So enjoyable to watch.
This is what my Leafs team needs.
Yeah, no doubt. Don't lose hope. You guys have most of the pieces in place.
Awesome breakdown of the Hyman goal from McDavid. That’s what makes your channel special.
Thanks so much cfgjr! That means a lot to hear
Every Oiler is now confident enough to shoot whenever they get the change, and not only blast it at the net but shoot for the corners. and force goalies to make saves. And when you get enough shots, you get goals.
I am a lifelong Oiler fan living in Edmonton and I kind of must disagree with part of your comment. In no way are they confident enough to shoot whenever they get the chance, every game, they still hold on to the puck too long at very important times instead of shooting.
Definitely would like more Oilers content, but if I'm honest, I just watch anything you put out.
Really love your positivity and breakdowns, league wide. I love learning more about other teams and such.
Same love me some Jawwnny Hawwkey
Appreciate it tons thank you so much Apoch!
The amount of heat Nurse gets is insane to me. Like okay yes he makes more than he's worth, but no he's not bad, and no he wouldn't be the 4th best defenseman on any other team. He isn't a pretty player like Makar or he doesn't have the pedigree that someone like Hedman has, but there might not be a player closer to Alex Pietrangelo than Darnell Nurse.
For people saying it's the worst contract in the league... I mean this league has Huberdeau, Gaudreau, and Seth Jones.
As an Oilers fan... Don't forget Campbell lol
For my money(and I'm glad it isn't), Huberdau is by far the worst contract in the league.
@@6BURG9 You know what I was only looking at the top end, but yeah Campbell is right near the top too. At least with Campbell though you can buy it out.
As a bruins fan I constantly find my self rooting for this team. Lets go oilers and bruins ofc
Im a edmonton fan but I just love magical (PASTA) its just a paradise 2 se him playing ishockey and ofcourse The whole team as well boston have some magical thing beacuse They have been good for like always al The other teams are good in maybe 6-10 years then They are going down like exampel Chicago and detroit and also colorado IF we taking colorado They was realy realy good in The years 1996-2003 then they where going down fot a very very long time then They been good again for 4-5 years ago and The same whit detroit but BOSTON have ALWAYS being a good team so The organisation and The GM have to be very very smart i think LOVE PASTA❤❤❤❤
As a Flames fan, I just can't. I just can't.
@@cre8ivjay loooooooooooool
@@AdamBalaban Right?
Evan Bouchard's been fantastic offensively too this season, his all-time high for points is 43 in 81 games played, but this season he already has 42 points in 41 games.
Yet no all star, voting was rigged
I love Warren Foegele. I loved him the minute he got here. Last night picking up two I was absolutely ecstatic, this guy is a top tier grinder. Goes to hard places and fights harder. Him, Derek Ryan and McLeod are rounding out are problems extremely well. Love to watch it
Agree!!
Oilers fans are NOT saying why would you touch this team. They are saying, this is it. This is the year to go all in. Trade anything and everything that isn't nailed down and get these boys some more help to get even better.
Even as a Flames fan, I'd say the same. Go big or go home at this point.
And they just signed perry yesterday
I love this video. Perfect editing and recap of a great game, and I also 100% appreciate the script and language -- very classy. Of course, it helps to have historic winning streaks by Oil on fire. Bring on the report about the D!
Hey thanks so much Nicolas that really means a lot to me to hear, thank you again
True. The move McD makes at 3:00 is such simple stickwork. Just watching the video, I KNOW I could do that stickwork and skating. Nothing tricky about the hands or the skates, or even speed. But the thing is, I wouldn't. I'd have no plan what to do, and I'd be playing catch up after getting the puck knocked off me into the corner. It's the classic "He makes it look easy." but you only really think it's easy if you're unaware of all the things you don't know.
NHL players have insane hockey processors, and McD is top of the class. But then, they've also got the hands and feet when they need them, too.
Remember this team has “the worst goaltending in the league” and is “basically two good players” I’m loving it rn
Love that your videos are 3-4 mins, subscribed
Nothing would be more satisfying than seeing Campbell return to form and lead this team into the playoffs. Think about it. The goalie who was written off with the team that was written off suddenly catching fire and going deep into may. Could sell that to Disney tmrw
I love the pass to McDavid in the slot analysis. But it's actually deeper than that. He's already analyzed the situation and position, and he's saying to himself "this is what I will do if he sends me the puck. This is what I'll do if he wraps, this is what I'll do if d goes back" etc. It's not a split second decision, it's processing 8 variable scenarios at one time.
I loved watching Foegele when he posted for the Canes. Not only is his playing very good. He has an infectious personality. Really miss him in Carolina. But Im still pulling for him. The kid truly has earned his way in hockey.
You better not forget to mention Desharnais on the defense. He’s been rock solid and amazing and disrupting and breaking up the opposition plays.
We certainly did win our 13th in a row, setting a new NHL record for consecutive wins by a Canadian team. 🍻
It’s crazy to me how the Oilers have gone from one of the worst teams defensively to one of the best.
Still waiting for KOODA’s thought on this situation
He’s too busy crying over the leafs possibly losing their playoff spot to the habs lmao
Oh don’t even get me started om that turd. Right now all we can do is celebrate and enjoy this. But still it won’t matter fully until playoffs for this team!
Deharnais has made huge improvements too. Would love to hear your thoughts on Knoblauch. Finally someone has got this team buying into playing defense. Has also made some interesting low key moves and line changes.
I think the forwards for Oilers stepped up on the defensive end.
In terms of the defensive play, I’d really love to hear your thoughts on Ekholm, Desharnais and Kulak rather than the other 3. Desharnais has finally reached a balance of offensive and defensive puck plays and pinches, which is a mile ahead of where he was last year. Elholm has added a new offensive layer to his game, and Kulak has tightened his overall defensive game up a bit.. big turn around for the bottom pair and whole backend unit under Coffey
Totally agree. They showed alot of heart coming back from the disastrous start.
As for Coffey, I respect the guy and think he is a real good fit for the way they play. It reminds me of growing up watching them inthe 80's.
It's really exiting.
Down 2-0 start of the season: probably 6 against by the end
Down 2-0 now: thats the last goal they're scoring
Montreal fan here, but holy fuck am I stoked for the Oilers. Bring it home to Canada boys
That pass by McDavid was good, but anybody that deep would have sense that they are going to be challenged right away. That's not rocket science.
It’s one thing to know you’re going to be challenged, it’s another to process a play where you get the puck to space + into a position to pass it through a defenders legs all in the span of the 1/2 second in which the puck is coming to you
@@JonathanHawkey sure, but anybody would try to put that puck into empty space right away. The rest of it, yes, was awesome.
I am from Fiji🇫🇯. Edmonton and Ottawa are my favorite teams. Hope Oilers will beat Pittsburgh's 17 streak.
Holland must have told Shoresy... I mean McDavid " We lose, We Fold "
This team Will never lose again
@@LDGod i wouldnt say that, your counting your chicks before they hatch lol
He's quoting a line from the show Shoresy, I'm sure he doesn't actually believe that.@@DeerHunterDanOfficial
@@DeerHunterDanOfficial guess ya haven't watched Shoresy there eh bahd
Defence is going to be Paul Coffey's baby; Foegele, Ryan, McLeod are finally stepping it up; I'm waiting for Kane and Nuge to start dropping gears, cross your fingers on that one; and then there's that wild card spectre of Holland bringing in someone before the deadline. It's just a matter of consistency from this point. But I'd love to see a deeper dive into the coaching staff; seems like there's good communication there from all ends. Something's finally meshing at a bedrock level.
Good Analysis and video. In this winning streak Oilers have truly deserved to win all but 1 game due to sheer hardwork. The defensive structure has definitely been the big change. The consistency has been the other. The team just keeps doing their thing regardless of score. I hope they can continue to play at this high level.
Flames quietly being slept on as well. They are a rock throw away and have been playing good hockey lately too.
I am a hawks fan, watching the hawks in the early 2010s was amazing but one thing that both the oilers and the 2010s hawks have, they are never down and out until the game is over. I think if the Oilers make the playoffs and win the cup, this will be a big reason why.
AND...they did make it 13 straight!!
Definitely would love to hear your thoughts on the turnaround of the oilers defense
Will do Brenmaster thank you
It all started with Ekholm...
This is my home team and watching this historic (now) 15 game win streak makes me feel like I am watching the game for the first time every time. Zach Hyman has absolutely smashed his way into my heart over the last couple years. They are playing elite hockey and it is so beautiful
We definitely need an upgrade on Ceci, that would be the big move to make at the deadline.
The Oilers is the most loved team in the NHL for a reason.
i love ur vids man keep up the great work
Man the oilers are insane rn. I wonder what Corey Perry will bring to the lineup.
Yes, the D-men you mentioned are all part of the turnaround story, but I also gotta give props to Vinnie Desharnais. No, he isn't ever going to be a Norris trophy candidate, but he has settled into his position mainly (I think) by accepting that he is who he is and just playing solid, route-one, by-the-book hockey. Last year, and then even more in the first weeks of this year, he seemed like a sure bet every game to make one or two absolutely boneheaded plays with the puck in his own end, but it's been quite a while since I've seen anything like, for one example, a lazy backhand no-look pass with his net empty that luckily hit the post.
That’s a huge amount of data collection and processing/analysis for a backhanded pass to his mate with his stick on the ice. You can probably see that play work or at least be attempted 20 times a night easily, sometimes win, sometimes lose. They don’t get all worked up like it was made by the right hand of God himself.
I appreciate every video you make. 👏👏👏👏👏
I like the breakdowns of plays you do, keep it up.
The Oilers have played 3 good teams on this run lol it's impressive but let's not get ahead of ourselves. Let's see what their February looks like when they start playing a few more contenders
I’m a flames fan and even I see they just needed to get their mojo back. They got some serious talent.
Love to see more oilers content would be great if you made more
I was watching the game when McDavid did that assist. I was baffled for about 10 minutes. So impressive...
Still a little unsure about Skinner. But so far obviously hes playing great. Hes been in the playoffs once before and he was ae to rebound mentally from a slump. So those are good signs
I'd love an Oilers defence video! Keep up the great work.
One big thing the defense isnt doing now that they were, early. They used to just rim the puck without looking for an outlet pass. They would just bury their head and fire it, jamming up the winger or just gifting the opposing dman an easy keep in. Possession time is key in games. Like, limiting needless dump ins when no one is chasing for it or a delayed offside and just chucking it back in, basically giving the other team possession.
I think perry going to the oilers makes them a cup finalist🤣
14 and climbing baby
As an oiler fan, I absolutely do not want Ken Holland doing anything to this team. It’s not that I don’t think anything should be done, I don’t trust him to do it.
Yes I'm happy for fogele too, the guy HAS worked his butt off and deserves this opportunity. He played extremely well in the playoffs for us too. 12!!? Yay
This is a redemption arch everyone can love. From the bottom of the league to clawing back up to a playoff spot
Are you talking about the kraken or the oilers
Yea it’s the kinda arc that drives a team to win a cup. The oilers are playing ridiculously solid hockey right now.
"everyone can love" maybe if it was Columbus or SJ lmfao. You were SUPPOSED to be this good at the start of the year... finished in final four last year...
Shouldn't have ever been tied with SJ for last in the league to start... Soooo... No... Your assessment is way way off on this.
@@BoboMcBooboy multiple good teams are going through awful struggles right now. La in the last 20 has Almsot fallen out of a playoff spot, rangers have also been shit. It happens to many.
@@BoboMcBooboy Wow... who pizzed in your corn flakes this morning... calm down bud
Any deep dive on this team right now will really be great! Especially for those new to hockey. Videos like this with the McDickhead (Sorry I had to...lol) breakdown is awesome.
Great job! Definitely want to see some break downs.
Great video, Oilers are probably the most exciting to watch the past few years, but this season is amazing. Im routing for this team.
If you do a deep dive into the defence, make sure you credit Coffey. And, breakdown what's different. Some fans don't seem to see the difference between the Manson defence and the Coffey defence. Good vid.
Thank you for uploading!!!!
Yes I want that video on the defense breakdown
Wait for the compliment on the McDavid "processor" segment.
If you played a lot of competitive hockey as a kid, your body "gets" these things on autopilot. This is THE major disadvantage I have in deeply understanding and analyzing the game as a female hockey fan: I have only the camera view, and no first-hand experience. All learning is intellectual. So I really loved and appreciated your segment on McD's "processor" and how scouts look for that kind of muscle memory skill.
i saw a photo of nick seeler. as a flyers fan, nick has been an outstanding depth defenseman for us and the oilers could definitely benefit from him, stick him on your 3rd pairing and you’ve got a solid defensive defenseman for your team.
Let's remember how well Boston did last year - Out first round
Lol I’ve heard this is there year every year since they drafted Hall it’s old now… I get it they are good but they are not all around good they just have insane offence other then that they are average at best defensively and between the pipes and that’s why I don’t feel like they should be considered a cup favourite
That’s just my opinion lots of people think differently
I honestly think jets or Canucks have a better shot to bring the cup to Canada
I seen this coming, when they were getting smoked at the start of the season I was like people are going to regret shit talking McDavid there just going to piss him off. As a canucks fan and even more importantly a Canadian hockey fan I like to see all our teams doing well…..accept Toronto.
Ps I think your probably my favorite hockey clip youtuber you understand the game, cover good subjects and can be unbiased and honest with no click bait bs. Thank you johnny hockey even thought your a flames fan.😂
Quit acting like they have done anything the playoffs aren't close yet, talk shit when they get a cup because until then they havent done anything, unless you want to be like leafs fans lol
Started ice cold and now in fifth gear halfway through the season. Reminds me of peak Perry-Getzlaf era Ducks who performed similarly.
Keep bring on the great videos Jonny. But it's nice to see Canadian teams look good this year.As a leafs fan I want the cup but am just hoping to bring it back to Canada
Imagine if Connor Brown had worked out.
Good breakdowns. I am a die hard Oilers fan. There is one that is not “bought in” and we really need him and that is Evander Kane. His continual complaints however subtlety spoken, (he is a smart guy) clearly show his inner person. Please Evander become a team guy, you are the key to an Oilers Cup victory.
This, and other RUclips hockey channels, are like 100x better than SportsNet etc. Very refreshing style and quality content on here.
13 now
I would like to hear your thoughts on the Oilers' defense.
Would enjoy to see the videos about Nurse, Bouchard and Ceci. Maybe even how criminally underrated Vinny and Kulak are on defense
Vinny has got so much better. It’s been super noticeable recently. Especially his passes coming out of his own zone.
Any video you put out is good no matter the subject. Keep up the good work!
Great video on my favorite team....even when they're not on the historical winning streak.
I'd love to see a video on the Oilers' defensive play!
Would love to see your defensive breakdown!
people went on saying the oilers were gonna be horrible this season after the start now they won 14 games in a row 🤷
I'd like to see Kane traded. He takes too many penalties in the playoffs. He is too hot headed to be top 6 in a stanley cup winning team. Or drop him to 3rd line and get someone with a higher hockey IQ on that second line.
13 straight baby. Bam 🎉
I would love to see the deeper look into the defense
Would love to see a deep(er) dive on the defence of my team given how mixed feelings (at best) I have fo that Nurse contract. Bouchard has improved his all around game so much since Legend Coffey came in
maybe I’m going insane but every video your voice gets softer and quieter,, I feel we’re descending into asmr hockey videos 😂😂
Great breakdown of the McD pass
2:46 lol, half second to process, then another half second to process? Maybe for him it felt that long, his whole possession lasted like 1/4 of a second.
I would absolutely love more Seattle Kraken videos!
I would be very interested if you took a deeper dive into the little details of the oilers roster
would Love to see Edmonton win , and i am an Avs fan. Def a McDavid Hyman and Leon the Guys fan for sure.
Yes do make a vid regarding the defense and it's massive improvement under Paul Coffey
What do you think they will do or who will they add at the deadline?
the kraken and oiler turnaround has been such a cool story line on the season
Foegele is looking like the real deal. After 3-4 extended looks worth the top 6 over the last few years, he's finally running with it. McLeod looked good also but is sharing the last top 6 spot with Kane
Not that I don't agree about needing to add a depth or extra defensemen is smart thing for Ken Holland to do, but there's no way they're landing Nick Seeler like you have pictured during that segment in the video, or any Flyers player for that matter. Philly currently sits tied for 4th in the East, and is only 2 points behind the Rangers for 1st place in the Metro Division. They'll likely be buyers, just as much as Edmonton, heading into these upcoming playoffs
to think that one of EDM VGK or LA will be a wildcard team is crazy
None of them will be wildcards. Oilers and Vegas will be 1 and 3 in the Pacific and LA will be out of the playoffs.
Imagine, if somehow, not likely, wpg, van, Edmonton and calgary all make playoffs? I know, Bittman, nyc, advertising and thus refs won't like it.....
@@robcramer4544 EDM ain’t catching Van lol. They’ve been on a 12 game heater and only gained like 4 pts
@@ANT4G0NIST it will come down to the last week but I think they will.
@@ANT4G0NISTVancouver has a losing spree on the way, they’ll bottle it in the final quarter
They’ve been riding on teams not taking them serious because they’ve been shit for 20 years. But now teams are gonna figure them out
I love how all the Oiler haters have left the building. Nothing but crickets but they’ll be back the minute the Oilers lose one or two.