jcroams Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Imagine if this young center has true leadership qualities.... comes in, respects the veteran centers ahead of him, improves, plays his role and doesn't complain - could be a significant upgrade over the player it sounds like you are implying/referring to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hedman Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Seems the speed of Gaunce's skating isn't the problem at least considering he had good results Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boudrias Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 The prototype of the young center the Canucks needed. I think the Canucks were very fortunate he was still available. Some odd picks in this draft thankfully - thought Samuelsson would be the best center available at 26, but Gaunce has size, two way hockey sense/intelligence, is physical, good in the face-off circle, and has the intangible, character - all things that make him a very good prospect to solidify the third line center position and attributes that could allow him to make the team at a younger age than most prospects... Very surprised Calgary did not take him, considering their weakness up the middle... Couldn't have hoped for a better outcome at 26. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. J. Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Makes sense. Having traded Hodgson, there were no good center prospects in the organisation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanev's Smirk Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Makes sense. Having traded Hodgson, there were no good center prospects in the organisation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFCanuck Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 I thought the Flames, Sabres, or Caps would 100% take him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
etsen3 Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 I'm happy with the pick, but picking Samuelsson would have been a great way to troll the Bruins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSniper88 Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Yes, and we are looking for a righthanded d-men a little sooner than a draft pick will provide - Gaunce on the other hand probably won't take nearly as much time to develop as a young blueliner would... We still have the trade route and free agency to acquire an NHL ready defenseman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. J. Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Odds on Gaunce being traded within 3 years for a winger? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kebih22 Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 No, meant J Staal. Long week at work " on call" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyLow_ Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Great pick, was ranked 11th at mid season and his play never dropped off so we're getting a great player. He destroyed the NHL combine, kids a warrior that will do anything to win. Very happy about the pick, not happy Gillis didn't move Lu and get us a 2nd pick in the 1st round though, timing is everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. J. Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Schroeder at least needs a shot before being written off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snucks Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Not really familiar with Gaunce, but seeing how everyone is so happy we got him, I was wondering if he has a chance to replace Kesler while he is injured... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VanIslander89 Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 I still want Dalton Thrower! If there's any way to get Toronto's/Carolina's 2nd rounder, I think we could pick him up there. Happy with Gaunce!!! Look forward to him developing, 2 years back to junior, 1 year in the AHL and take it from there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcmc Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Great pick. I was hoping the Canucks would take a big centre and Gaunce, Matteau, and Samuelsson were all available. Glad they decided on Gaunce. Also happy to hear that the Canucks considered moving up to take Gaunce but didn't and were able to get him anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 All his strength tests were near the top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gollumpus Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Im not referring to just one player but multiple talenst we squandered away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollieo Del Fuego Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 He was number 11 on the International Scouting list and at 215 lbs. he is the biggest player in the there top 50 list. Cupboard is restocked, just need a center for next year now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSniper88 Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 It is quite obvious gillis is changing his drafting poilicy to players that are strong on the puck and can win puck battles in all three zones... let's see if the trend continues for the other rounds. I agree with mg, after seeing the playoffs.. the team that won the most puck battles in tight corners etc. were the successful ones which led to more scoring chances. Over the ones that just had skill like Kovalchuk. Finally gillis is adapting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Im not referring to just one player but multiple talenst we squandered away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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