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Summer of Jeff Felt Like a Missed Opportunity | Edmonton News
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Two years ago, the Oilers were loaded with hype after a blockbuster offseason, but their Stanley Cup run didn’t come from the flashy new signings—Jeff Skinner and Viktor Arvidsson flopped, struggling to adapt to coach Knoblauch’s system and playing fewer minutes than expected. The front office’s obsession with veteran talent sidelined promising young players like Dylan Holloway, revealing a costly misstep. Now, after trading away the misfits and embracing speed and chemistry, the Oilers are learning that building a championship team isn’t just about star power—it’s about fit, timing, and trusting the future.
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