Tom Sestito Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 I remember him scoring 15-20 points ish in the 2010-2011 season, for us. He was a stud on our 4th line from my pov. He now plays for a swiss team in their elite league. Does anyone remember why he didn't resign, or was let go by the management? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stefan Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 Well he sort of was resigned. And it was because he was awful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwnstar Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 his dad (who works for the Oilers org.) would have dis owned him if he continued with us. nah JK, I wouldn't have the slightest clue #tomuchcoffee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanucksFanMike Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 after the 2010-11 season he signed in europe... i dont think we really know why but maybe Canucks management thought he didn't have the potential to play in the top 6 and he was too small and not physical enough to play in the bottom six. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micgao Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 He was not skilled enough for the top 6, his style did not fit the bottom 6. Last time we've heard of him, I think he signed to play in Europe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King of the ES Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 I actually liked him, and I agree with the OP. He can skate. Good hockey sense. Good attitude. Local product. It's surprising that he's had to continue his hockey career in Switzerland, especially at his relatively young age and 1st round pedigree. His problem, though, is similar to Brule's; small-ish guys who haven't yet demonstrated an ability to consistently produce offensively in the NHL. Even though guys like these may be better suited to a 3rd line role, GMs have this dumb obsession with size, which is why guys like these (Kyle Wellwood, too) have to fight for a new contract each year. I'd like to see him back in the NHL. He's certainly good enough to be in the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opmac Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 The Vancouver Canucks wanted to re-sign Jeff Tambellini. He was the perfect utility player for the Canucks. But he wanted to go to the Swiss league where he could have a bigger role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edlerberry Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 I actually liked him, and I agree with the OP. He can skate. Good hockey sense. Good attitude. Local product. It's surprising that he's had to continue his hockey career in Switzerland, especially at his relatively young age and 1st round pedigree. His problem, though, is similar to Brule's; small-ish guys who haven't yet demonstrated an ability to consistently produce offensively in the NHL. Even though guys like these may be better suited to a 3rd line role, GMs have this dumb obsession with size, which is why guys like these (Kyle Wellwood, too) have to fight for a new contract each year. I'd like to see him back in the NHL. He's certainly good enough to be in the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disisdayear Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 Wellwood and Tambellini are just like Bure. They all went year to year fighting for contracts on the third line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwnstar Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 yah, there was a pretty big story behind his signing family ties and what not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tas Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 reading words is hard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILL BILL NECRO Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 Wellwood and Tambellini are just like Bure. They all went year to year fighting for contracts on the third line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KING ALBERTS Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 hes the GM of the oilers now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake Doctor Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 The Vancouver Canucks wanted to re-sign Jeff Tambellini. He was the perfect utility player for the Canucks. But he wanted to go to the Swiss league where he could have a bigger role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovekevinbieksa Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 probably because he wanted a bigger role in the team. look at his stats: CANUCKS 62GP 9G 8A 17P ZSC LIONS 50GP 23G 22A 45P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonshinefe Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 He was definitely an interesting player. Really streaky though. I remember some periods where he looked brilliant for us and like a top 6 for sure, then other periods when he'd go 5-10 games without a point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super_Canuck Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 can't believe the guy was a 1st round pick in what is probably the best draft class of all time and he was picked ahead of Corey Perry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirwilliam Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 can't believe the guy was a 1st round pick in what is probably the best draft class of all time and he was picked ahead of Corey Perry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grape Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 He had an amazing shot. Probably the best on the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grape Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 can't believe the guy was a 1st round pick in what is probably the best draft class of all time and he was picked ahead of Corey Perry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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