Oilers ‘at peace’ with decision to give Formenton second NHL chance

Like many before, Oilers giving Formenton a chance to win over critics

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers are one of two things. A charitable, magnanimous and forgiving organization with an open door for any wayward hockey soul seeking a second chance in the sport. Or, they are Al Davis’ old Oakland Raiders, who were a band of NFL ne’er-do-wells who operated under the banner “Just win, baby.” Like Oakland, Edmonton is unrepentant of its hiring practices and unfailingly welcoming of players and personnel who had worn ou…

Oilers ‘at peace’ with decision to give Formenton second NHL chance

Gene Principe and Mark Spector discuss the Oilers’ decision to give Alex Formenton another chance in the NHL and the public fallout that ensued.