[timw33]

I'm going to the Salmon King game tonight.

I'll keep my eye on Rahimi and probably watch Coloumbe get worked over.

[Rinslet]

Edler was interviewed in the Blake Price show tonight... It will probably be in their podcast and I didn't catch all of it buuut here's what I did remember

- He and Ohlund talks in English most of the time in the ice
- He likes hearing criticisms from the coach, just not all the time, like when they're just pointing out the obvious, but he likes hearing what he can do better
- kept his NHL first goal puck, but not his AHL first goal puck
- .. said something about he can't tell yet where his strength lies (defensive vs offensive zone), but I think he mentioned he wants to be better at one area first before he tries to do more in another area... but I'm not sure whether he said that himself or Dave did...

[timw33]

C-A Messier had an assist today.
Matson a -1 yesterday.
Bliznak with a goal and an assist so far.
Gendur back in the lineup
Ellington -1 so far.

This post has been edited by timw33: 01 December 2007 - 08:26 PM

[Gnickers87]

New ISS Top 30 for 2008

http://www.hockeysfu...8_for_november/

A lot of Centers there, a position we still need depth in.

I realize the dangers of picking Russians, but Gravchev (I've read/heard about him before) seems like he could be a solid player. It is quite possible he could fall to the 2nd round to since he is Russian. He has size that is used effectively and has the hands/skill to compliment it. They say he is strong on the puck and has good balance, but they don't talk about his speed or skating.

Apparently this next guy could be a late round steal

Edgars Ulescenko -- Riga LSPA

Pos: LW Height: 5.11 Weight: 187

Draft sleeper! He possesses that innate ability to find seams in the defensive zone and capitalize on the opportunities that he garners from that trait. His competitiveness and his strong leadership are other traits that we love. He can score important goals to lift his team. Has very good speed, smart, soft hands, aggressive forechecker, good hockey sense. He developed his skills under personal control of Vladimir Ruzicka (former NHLer with Bruins and Ottawa). For five years he has been coached in Slavia Prague organization in Czech Republic and now moved back home Latvia to be on the national team. He speaks English, which could be important for NHL clubs.

This post has been edited by Gnickers87: 01 December 2007 - 08:50 PM

[timw33]

I would not feel safe selecting a player in the first round who is currently playing in Russia, its way too risky with no transfer agreement and Russian teams paying them more than they could get here on entry levels.

I like Boedker and have heard good things about Stefanovich.

[Toxic]

I want Cormier or Colborne as of right now

[Dortmund]

Toxic, on Dec 1 2007, 08:01 PM, said:

I want Cormier or Colborne as of right now

Not high on Greg Nemisz (C/RW) with the Windsor Spitfires? Currently ranked 22nd overal and is 6'4 202 and is one of the younger players in the draft. Also, can't complain with his GP 28 G 16 A 13 Pts 29 +16 so far this season. Though I can see why your Colborne pick with his simular size and is commited to all mighty Denver Univ. for next season.

This post has been edited by Dortmund: 01 December 2007 - 09:13 PM

[Toxic]

Didnt know much about Nemisz, but we both know the Canucks wont take him, he's from the O

[timw33]

This looks like year where we get a 6'4 centre!

[Toxic]

UGH, Let's shut up about the draft, i'm already gettin excited over it

GAH I WANT DRAFT!

[timw33]

Bliznak adds another assist, 1G 2A (6-0 Giants over EVT right now)

[Citizen Erased]

Do the Canucks have any prospects that can replace guys like Isbister, Ritchie etc.?I know the Canucks are high on Raymond and Hansen but I assume those guys will be given a chance in a more offensive role.

[thecupismine]

Citizen Erased, on Dec 1 2007, 10:46 PM, said:

Do the Canucks have any prospects that can replace guys like Isbister, Ritchie etc.?I know the Canucks are high on Raymond and Hansen but I assume those guys will be given a chance in a more offensive role.

They have a few potential/current fourth liners in Mike Brown and Rick Rypien. Imagine those two on the same line...And the minny media thinks we piss people off already

[Gnickers87]

timw33, on Dec 1 2007, 07:59 PM, said:

I would not feel safe selecting a player in the first round who is currently playing in Russia, its way too risky with no transfer agreement and Russian teams paying them more than they could get here on entry levels.

I like Boedker and have heard good things about Stefanovich.

I'm the same with the apprehensive attitude towards Russians, I wouldn't pick one in the 1st either. (except for the guys guaranteed to come to the NHL) I see him falling to the 2nd round, heck even the 3rd round, where I think he could be worth the pick. (unless there is somebody else really worth grabbing)

Just look at Maxim Mayorov, he was ranked as an early 2nd rounder (even late 1st rounder by some) and he fell all the way to the 4th round.

This post has been edited by Gnickers87: 02 December 2007 - 02:13 AM

[Gnickers87]

I've decided we also need this guy based solely on his name

Kruise Reddick – Tri-City

Position: C Height: 5.09 Weight: 165

Imagine the possibilities,

[Dortmund]

Toxic, on Dec 1 2007, 08:18 PM, said:

Didnt know much about Nemisz, but we both know the Canucks wont take him, he's from the O

Yes the taboo league, take randoms out of the Q but no solid picks out of the O...silly Canucks. Bryan Allen isn't that bad of a pick at this point in his career, don't be scared Canucks...ok talking out loud over.

[vancanfan]

Gnickers87, on Dec 2 2007, 04:11 AM, said:

I've decided we also need this guy based solely on his name

Kruise Reddick – Tri-City

Position: C Height: 5.09 Weight: 165

Imagine the possibilities,

A fan favourite for the women.

[Trailer Park Boys]

Dam. whish Patrick White was on the Canucks, or the Moose right now

He is a great Hockey player.

Is he ever going to be on the Canucks?

This post has been edited by canucks111111: 02 December 2007 - 03:21 PM

[Toxic]

What ever happened to him? You say that like he was a 2001 6th round pick from Sweden

[Dortmund]

Bliznak 1 G 1 A
CA Messier 1 A 19 pts on the season now in 27 games