Canvoucer Vanuck Posted February 10, 2013 Share Posted February 10, 2013 I didn't know about the above players either but I felt convinced that Mallet wasn't the best pick at that particular spot. That being said, I also wasn't aware of the bolded which you just mentioned. Sometimes it is really tempting/easier to make 'outsider observations', like I did, and you're right - it's far too early to make judgements. From the little I've heard of Mallet, it seems he has "character", which before reading your post, I thought, at the time, was a flimsy reason for going 'off-the-board' for. I hope he does well though, genuinely and becomes someone like Burrows who is a major part of this team. It's understandable if one hasn't watched him play on the Wolves earlier this season. But the impression that I got from watching him play was that he is a smart player with good hockey IQ, and that's what gives me confidence that he'll turn out to be a good pro. I know there's the history of us doing poorly in the Q but I think his overall combination of attributes - quite a few of them too - will allow him to succeed where other draft picks have failed before. Likewise with Grenier, I was skeptical of the pick but now it's looking like he has some potential too, so I'll be patient with Gillis' drafting and give them time. Btw yeah, he really does seem like he could be another Burrows, except bigger and tougher to boot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonny_Bohonos_14 Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 It's understandable if one hasn't watched him play on the Wolves earlier this season. But the impression that I got from watching him play was that he is a smart player with good hockey IQ, and that's what gives me confidence that he'll turn out to be a good pro. I know there's the history of us doing poorly in the Q but I think his overall combination of attributes - quite a few of them too - will allow him to succeed where other draft picks have failed before. Likewise with Grenier, I was skeptical of the pick but now it's looking like he has some potential too, so I'll be patient with Gillis' drafting and give them time. Btw yeah, he really does seem like he could be another Burrows, except bigger and tougher to boot. Agreed. I think a Lappierre comparison isn't too far off either. Bottom 6 centre with grit, and some potential to chip in offensively. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuxFan09 Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 Mallet scored a goal and had 2 shots on net, 2 PIMS and a -1 rating for Kalamazoo in a 5-2 loss to the Reading Royals yesterday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuxFan09 Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 Mallet went scoreless today for Kalamazoo and had 3 shots on net, 4 PIMS (a high sticking double minor) and an even rating in a 4-3 loss to the Trenton Titans today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canvoucer Vanuck Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 So far has 20 points (9g, 11a) in 29 games, 57 shots and 29 PIMS. Doing well for a rookie pro in the E! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuxFan09 Posted February 16, 2013 Share Posted February 16, 2013 Another scoreless outing today for Mallet in a 3-2 OT win for Kalamazoo over the Toledo Walleye. He added 2 PIMS and was even on the night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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NuxFan09 Posted February 17, 2013 Share Posted February 17, 2013 Mallet picked up two helpers - including one on the OT winner by Yann Sauve - and had 3 shots on net and an even rating for Kalamazoo today in a 4-3 OT win over the Toledo Walleye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeNiro Posted February 17, 2013 Share Posted February 17, 2013 22 points in his last 20 games. That's good to see. I was worried when he was playing for the Wolves that his offensive game was lacking. But he seems to have found it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canvoucer Vanuck Posted February 17, 2013 Share Posted February 17, 2013 22 points in his last 20 games. That's good to see. I was worried when he was playing for the Wolves that his offensive game was lacking. But he seems to have found it. I didn't think his offence would translate to pro that quickly. The Q is notorious for being a high-scoring league and I wasn't sure if that offensive ability would be as profound once hitting pro. But after seeing him on the Wolves you realize he's a smart guy with some skill, so it's good to see it turn into production. With Andrew Gordon - who's been playing center lately - getting injured, it's possible he could get called up. They're short on C's right now too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millerdraft Posted February 17, 2013 Share Posted February 17, 2013 22 points in his last 20 games. That's good to see. I was worried when he was playing for the Wolves that his offensive game was lacking. But he seems to have found it. I didn't think his offence would translate to pro that quickly. The Q is notorious for being a high-scoring league and I wasn't sure if that offensive ability would be as profound once hitting pro. But after seeing him on the Wolves you realize he's a smart guy with some skill, so it's good to see it turn into production. With Andrew Gordon - who's been playing center lately - getting injured, it's possible he could get called up. They're short on C's right now too. It's actually 20pts (8g 12a) in his last 22gp, and 9g 13a 22pts in his last 26gp, but that's basically the same thing so whatever. Very solid start to what was supposed to be a project player according to everyone (general consensus among fans & media) except for those in the know (NHL circles). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuck_trevor16 Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 I hope he stay with the Wolves for the rest of the season , lack of center doesn't help and I believe he can play anyway on the team so that helps congrats on his first AHL point! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canvoucer Vanuck Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Made a nice play on the goal, gets his first AHL point. 4th game in 4 nights too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wshdrvvn Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 liked him as a center more than a wing, here's to hoping he can stick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canvoucer Vanuck Posted February 20, 2013 Share Posted February 20, 2013 Some comments from coach Bootland on his play from a little while back. I think it rings pretty well true now: “He’s still trying to find his way as a pro, but I think once he finds his way he’s going to provide some grit, some flash with his speed and he’ll play with a little bit of an edge to his game,” Bootland said. “He does play the body pretty hard. “I seen him six days up there in the American League (Chicago Wolves) camp and he’s very competitive, but just very young. He’s got to gain some confidence in his game, and once that comes, you see flashes, you seen him first on the forecheck a couple times and you seen him on 2-on-1’s creating come opportunities.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canvoucer Vanuck Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 More somewhat recent comments by the coach on Mallet: “I just start to play simple and just make the simple play: go to the net, shoot at the net,” the French Canadian said. “You never know what’s going to happen.” Said Bootland: “I think confidence is a huge thing for a young guy. (Mallet) plays with a little bit of an edge in his game. Now, we haven’t seen a ton of that yet, but there is that in his game. “He has the ability to put the puck in the net and you can see his confidence is getting higher and higher and he wants the puck more often. When he wants the puck and when he competes for the puck, he’s pretty strong. He protects the puck very, very well. He’s starting to contribute.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeanBeef Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 Wish the Wolves still had Roussel, he and Mallet would have made a gritty and tough French line for the Wolves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boudrias Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Wish the Wolves still had Roussel, he and Mallet would have made a gritty and tough French line for the Wolves. Roussel was playing for Dallas the other day. I wish Van had been able to hang on to him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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higgyfan Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 I like this guy and think he will develop into a good player. Like others, he will take some time to get his game together. I hope he stays as a C -much more valuable position and he can always switch if it doesn't work out. He's got a ways to go, but I think he'll be a keeper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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