Happy Oilers Prospect Camp Begins Day!! Honest it's a real holiday just like Christmas or National Pepperoni Pizza Day. Anyway, here are few key developmental points I'll be watching on every Oiler prospect this season. open.substack.com/pub/bcurlock/p…

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For the “it’s 5 o’clock somewhere” crowd sitting on a patio enjoying a beverage.

If you have 15 minutes today, watch this video. If you don't have 15 minutes, I would try and make the time.

The undisputed world champion of trophies.

Good listen and the answer is absolutely without a doubt yes.

Connor Clattenburg being a sh*t disturber and getting in fights. Checks out.

If this coming Sunday's game was of any consequence, Akey and Carfagna would likely play 52 of 60 minutes. The Oilers D is causing them lots of issues in this game in all phases of the game.

Dumb stat I only care about is despite playing RW, Matt Savoie has taken most of the draws on his strong side and after two periods is 5 for 5 in faceoff wins.

Marjala getting the push to the top line with Howard and Savoie. Marjala has been very good.

Just a quick note that I will have a full review of these two games on Substack Monday morning with video on each of the prospects. This will be followed by a main camp preview of those players who cannot participate here.

That is what makes Clattenburg intriguing as a prospect.

Two fights. A couple of vicious hits. And this.

I love this second Savoie goal for many reasons. 1. Marjala great low support in DZ. This is key for him. DZ play 2. Howard with a tremendous exit pass. This is key for him. Wall play in DZ 3. Savoie absolutely flying 4. Marjala with the sweet dish 5. Savoie great finish

Albin Sundin on the top pair for the season opener in Sweden.

Nice summary

Those expecting a lower “value” style contract for Stuart Skinner may wish to compare his stats to Spencer Knight’s stats.

Rough start to the season for Albin Sundin. Was -2 and struggled immensely with footwork against the rush speed of top line of Leksand .

Ken Holland is confused.

One thing I’ll be watching for in today’s rookie game is line and pairing combos. The 3L centered by Copponi who broke even on shot share and scored a goal played with the 2nd and 3rd pairs 85% of the game. That’s significant and has a tell.