Savoie has left her mark in the AHL, which could prompt future calls to the Edmonton Oilers

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The Edmonton Oilers players are not too far away.

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In early July, Ryan McLeod signed on to Buffalo Sabers’ Savoie, president of Oilers’ Hockey Operations, Jeff Jackson The free agents of the miscellaneous, a few days ago, most of their forwards. Additionally, the Oiler Brass believes Adam Henrique is their future third-tier center, not McLeod, even if the speed and killing ability are injured.

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“We looked at Savoie young, offensive players and had a lot of upside. McLeod was a different style player,” said Stan Bowman, general manager of the Oilers, who was up to Jackson. Jackson joined the Oilers three weeks after moving to McLeod.

Maybe there is a hat problem? McLeod made $2.1 million in AAV, and Savoie would make $886,666 in AAV when making oilers.

“Yes, that’s part of the math job, too. You’re looking for a young guy who’s been on for a few years,” Bowman said.

Fast Skater

For Sabres, the deal was an early W, as McLeod had 12 goals and 28 points.

But Savoie, who grew up in St. Albert, turned 21 on New Year’s Day, was a Bakersfield representative in the American Hockey League All-Star Game 10 days ago and the fastest skateboarder in the skill test.

He kept breathing fresh air on the minor league squad.

Savoie scored 34 points in 42 AHL games, 22 out of the last 20, and +15 in that time. He plays mainly among minors, which is where he starts when he jumps to the NHL. He was also used for power play and penalty kicks killed with vultures.

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If this was another team in the mushy middle of the NHL backpack, he could have looked at it now, but the Oilers were moving too deep.

However, Savoie was ready to wait for him.

This was his first AHL kick can, and the oiler was loaded. However, you may be able to pencil pencils in next year’s lineup. It might even be put in the pen because Bowman said, “He’s the best player we’re there and he plays most of the time.”

Savoie has no grip. He was fully involved in time with the Oilers Farm team, which was more competent than the league of people honored.

“My mindset is done well, working day after day to get better in all areas of ability. Hopefully, when the day comes, I’m really ready to make an impact in that league and the oilers. Yes , just trying to sharpen through my fully dialed-in tool set,” Savoie said.

“When you get called you definitely want to stay in that league and prove that you belong there. I know every player here (AHL) wants to get there soon. But the more time you get here, it’s not a scary thing something.” He said.

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Does he always know that he is the fastest skater in the American League?

“Uh, no. It’s a small lap in the game for the first time (13.654 seconds, which will put him third in the NHL skill in the 2024 NHL All-Star Game, which is cool. Now.

“Yes, that’s a little bit of a problem. It’s there now.”

Embrace his character

The killing penalty at his speed and his ingenuity as an offensive player is his ticket, the ticket he will make the Oilers ruling, possibly starting fourth-tier role. He accepted it.

“I did this on every junior team I’ve ever played, and it’s an important part of my game, being able to close the game and kill them quickly. My speed is a huge asset to kill.” Sad Voy said he knew PK would buy him more ice time in the NHL when he got here.

“Every player needs more time, if you can add PK to your track and it will be reliable when the team needs a lot of kills… Yes, I want to do this on a next level.

“I thought I was a little timid at first, and I had more nerves around me. But, being adapted to the tissue, I feel more comfortable now.”

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Bowman didn’t trade in McLeod’s deals, but he was a big booster today.

“The most encouraging area, though, isn’t the point. The truth is that he’s always been a Bakersfield. We have a game plan that goes into the season and we know if he’s going to join our team and he won’t be on our power The game. ” Bowman said.

“He had to learn how to kill (at the pro level) to help us and help him perfect his game. He did a great job.

“He’s also there for the strength to play and score. But watch him become a big player. He does what you expect from young, skilled players. He blocks and plays in all situations.”

Bowman has been on the road for young players to try to crack a powerful NHL team. They have to be very patient. Just like when he won the first Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks.

“He didn’t complain at all. He accepted this. He played more there than here. He would have fewer roles and he wouldn’t develop. Like I said, his performance was very encouraging.” explain.

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Savoie was selected by the Sabre after the Western Hockey League (Western Hockey League is dazzling) and ranked ninth in the 2022 NHL Draft.

While he plays center primarily in junior high school, Savoie may start as a winger when joining the Oilers.

Maybe Savoie will look very little later this year just to see what he can do before the NHL playoffs.

“Balance (leave him at Bakersfield instead of recall) is what we want to win as many games as we can (hopefully end the game in the Pacific Division), and our roster is very stable. Knocking the wood, we didn’t get hurt at all, which is good. ” said Bowman.

“But yes, we’ve talked about (raising him). I didn’t hesitate to use him here. He won it and was happy to see how his game translated (AHL to NHL). He’s definitely in the American League I think that will also play with better players here.”

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