Former Oilers prospect's downward spiral continues
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Former Edmonton Oilers prospect Raphael Lavoie continues to trend downwards since being claimed on waivers by his new team.
Raphael Lavoie was the centre of attention last month when the Las Vegas Golden Knights initiated a relentless waiver-war with the Edmonton Oilers.
Now, The former Oilers ace prospect is spiraling out of control, recently being healthy scratched by his new AHL team.
Raphael Lavoie currently plays with the Henderson Silver Knights, and the former Oilers prospect has been a healthy scratch for the past 3 games.
According to Liam McCormick of Oilers Daily, in the 11 games that Lavoie's played, he's produced subpar results. Lavoie has only 1 goal, 2 points, and a -9 on ice rating.
The Edmonton Oilers selected Raphael Lavoie in the second round of the 2019 draft, and the winger spent 4 seasons developing in the Oilers organization. In 66 games with the Condors last year, Lavoie scored an impressive 28 goals and 50 points, and had similar production the year before.
-Liam McCormick
-Liam McCormick
Just a few weeks ago, Raphael was considered one of the most talented prospects in the Oilers organization, but his drop off has been extremely shocking.
When the Las Vegas Golden Knights initially claimed Lavoie off waivers, fans were up in arms, and GM Stan Bowman was scrutinized for his overall handling of the situation
Raphael Lavoie's performance has become a growing cause for concern, and it seems like the Edmonton Oilers have potentially dodged a bullet.
The former Edmonton Oilers prospect faces uncertainty regarding his future in the NHL -- Bowman should have pulled the trigger on a trade while he still retained some value.
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NOVEMBRE 24 | 182 ANSWERS Former Oilers prospect's downward spiral continues Do you think the Edmonton Oilers should have traded Raphael Lavoie? | ||
| Yes | 112 | 61.5 % |
| No | 70 | 38.5 % |
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