Wayne Gretzky harsh about the hiring of Stan Bowman by the Edmonton Oilers
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The Edmonton Oilers' hiring of Stan Bowman has ignited controversy because of the scandal that happened with the Chicago Blackhawks while he was there.
Wayne Gretzky voiced concerns, highlighting the importance of player safety, particularly for young prospects:
"I'm sitting here thinking, as a parent 'My son is 18 years old and he's going to maybe be drafted by that team. ... I want to know my 18-year-old son is going to be protected," Gretzky said.
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Parents and fans share these concerns, posing questions the Oilers must address. Oilers President Jeff Jackson and Bowman emphasized that Bowman has learned from his past mistakes and engaged with affected players to understand their experiences.
Despite Jackson's successful management, including key free-agent signings, this decision has cast a shadow. Jackson and Bowman claim to share a unified vision for the team's future, ensuring past incidents won't recur in Edmonton. However, public and player perceptions will be crucial as the team progresses under this new leadership.
Source: Oilers Daily
Gretzky's harrowing comments on Bowman-led Blackhawks scandal
Gretzky's harrowing comments on Bowman-led Blackhawks scandal
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