Just win, baby.

I apologize, profusely, for bringing such a jarring trio of words into this most hallowed and sacred weekend, Easter, where the Christian faith — of which I am a most proud servant — celebrates new life. New hope.

Yet, the Al Davis battle cry to rally his Los Angeles Raiders in the 1980s mightily circles around another sport, hockey, at this time of year, with just as much reverence, it-ain’t-over-until-it’s-over attitude and raw gusto.

Are you ready, Edmonton?

Best buckle up.

We’re about to get on a spring roller-coaster, with more ups and downs than an Ardrossan farmer assaulting a field for the first time this spring: a harrow and a plow behind his John Deer.

Thank goodness those tractor air suspension seats.

The Oilers are taking their final day,........

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