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has recorded two goals - 14 points in 57 games this season (Photo by Andy Devlin span> Road to Edmonton: Kurtis Foster Most NHL players would agree that the road to the NHL could be a long and winding path, including numerous roadblocks and memorable moments that underline an unforgettable voyage. Veteran rearguard Jim Vandermeer - Vandermeer-I grew up an Oilers fan, so to throw on the jersey w all football teams as an unbelievable feeling and a dream come true,- Vandermeer said. -You watch them growing up and as a kid you kind of picture yourself in that jersey. When you're playing road hockey and things like that, you're one of the Oilers.-The reality of his childhood dream has now leaped to create new opportunities in Edmonton. With injuries on the backend, Vandermeer has assumed an increased role. He n all football teams ow anchors the blueline, regularly topping the Oilers ice-time chart and leading the way with his calming defensive presence. Although Vandermeer has been the model of dependability as the team-s grizzled veteran, he still sees opportunity to make his mark as the season winds down. -I'm no different than the young guys. I-m just trying to take advantage of the situation,- Vandermeer said. -Who kno all football teams ws what's going to happen next year. Guys are going to be healthy next year, so you've kind of got to establish yourself and really dictate the role that you want to be in.-Even with a decade of professional hockey on his resume, Vandermeer continues to value a presented opportunity. It-s the map he followed on his road to Edmonton, and it will continue to be his trademark as his NHL career contin all football teams ues with the Oilers. Author: Ryan Dittrick | edmontonoilers.com all football teams
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