He played in 43 consecutive games for the Oilers until he was released after the 1989 season. He had been holding out, seeking a new contract after making $435,000 in the past season.
The player played in all 43 games for the Oilers until being released at the end of the 1989 season. He had been holding out because he was not satisfied with his earnings from the previous year and wanted a new contract.