surtur Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Those players were demoted because they weren't playing well enough. It's called professional sports. The better you play, the more ice time you get. The worst you play, your ice time will be cut. That's what happened to Kassian and Schroeder. not sure why you think it's AV's fault for cutting their ice time down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plaguez Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 But he's just tall. I can't imagine he's a big guy aside from his heigh. And I can't imagine he's overly strong either. @ 6'8 200lbs, he's probably pretty goofy looking... incredibly tall and skinny.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tortorella's Rant Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 One, he is more than just tall. He is a really good skater, his lateral movement is quite good for a big guy too. Two, he is closer to 220 than 200. Official team weight was 218. Three, he plays smart, think Willie Mitchell stick but an even longer reach. I'm not worried about his weight as almost every player who comes into the NHL or Hal puts weight on when they are given a proper diet and workout. His skating is already there, so is his shot. He only needs to learn the system and get a little meaner and he will be a pretty good pick up in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 UNO website has him listed (generously) at 225lbs. Other articles I've seen list him ~218-220. He'll fill out. http://www.omavs.com...aspx?rp_id=6647 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoneypuckOverlord Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 No it's age discrimination. Edler has played like crap all season and was never scratched or taken off the pp. Raymond played like crap all of last year and yet still played on the 2nd line. AV has this prejudice notion that older players have to play more than younger players even though they may not deserve it. It's bs and it has to stop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeNiro Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Gillis seems to be shoring up up our bottom 6 center depth, which is good. But we could really use some stud D prospects. Having Sustr would definitely help out that cause. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuxfanabroad Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 C'mon MG-sign this guy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elvis15 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 ... I didn't know there is a limit to the OIlers making ice time promises. There is no doubt in my mind they will do this again if there a very good free agent college player out ther.e Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SergioMomesso Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Well, he better be closer to 220 for his sake. 200 is pathetic for that height. Maybe even unhealthy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonny_Bohonos_14 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Bob McKenzie @TSNBobMcKenzie 1m College UFA 6-foot-8 D Andrej Sustr will cull list of 20 to 25 interested NHL teams tomorrow and Friday, likely to sign by weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueberries Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 Bob McKenzie @TSNBobMcKenzie 1m College UFA 6-foot-8 D Andrej Sustr will cull list of 20 to 25 interested NHL teams tomorrow and Friday, likely to sign by weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plaguez Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Bob McKenzie ‏@TSNBobMcKenzie 1m College UFA 6-foot-8 D Andrej Sustr will cull list of 20 to 25 interested NHL teams tomorrow and Friday, likely to sign by weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davinci Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Man if Gillis could land another stud defenseman like Tanev through free agency... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elvis15 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Cory Pronman just released a writeup on Sustr: http://www.hockeyprospectus.com/unfiltered/?p=339 Andrej Sustr, Defense, Unsigned (Nebraska-Omaha): Sustr is a very toolsy prospect with significant upside although with some risk as well. He remains unsigned as of this writing, but per TSN’s Bob McKenzie he will leave school and sign with an NHL team. The 22 year old Junior was on the third All-WCHA team this season, notching 25 points in 39 games, putting him top 20 in NCAA scoring for defensemen. His skating is average, but notably above-average for a 6′8′’ defenseman. His mobility has seen significant advancements in the last 12-24 months. He’s a good puck-mover too, showing nice touch with the puck and the offensive instincts to make unusual offensive plays for a player his size. For Nebraska-Omaha on the man advantage I’ve seen him be used in front of the net as a screen or a primary quarterback up high. This combo of traits make Sustr a very desirable asset with the potential to be a #3 if not a #2 defenseman. He is not a player without warts though, for one even though he’s a huge player with a good wingspan, he isn’t all that physical. His decisions in both ends, while not a major issue, could use some work as he can make the odd bad turnover or be off with his positioning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoneypuckOverlord Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Cory Pronman just released a writeup on Sustr: http://www.hockeypro...filtered/?p=339 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar baby watermelon Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Get er done MG, would love to see someone with that size on the back end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Can't see the Canucks landing him. There are a lot of teams in desperate need to help on the backend, the Vancouver would be a tough sell to him. If I were him (WHICH I AM!!!!!), I would honestly choose either Pittsburgh or Tampa Bay. They need defense badly, and after a year or so in the AHL, he would pad his stats playing with the either of them, which in turn would set him up better financially than if he were to play for Vancouver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plaguez Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Can't see the Canucks landing him. There are a lot of teams in desperate need to help on the backend, the Vancouver would be a tough sell to him. If I were him (WHICH I AM!!!!!), I would honestly choose either Pittsburgh or Tampa Bay. They need defense badly, and after a year or so in the AHL, he would pad his stats playing with the either of them, which in turn would set him up better financially than if he were to play for Vancouver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edlerberry Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Can't see the Canucks landing him. There are a lot of teams in desperate need to help on the backend, the Vancouver would be a tough sell to him. If I were him (WHICH I AM!!!!!), I would honestly choose either Pittsburgh or Tampa Bay. They need defense badly, and after a year or so in the AHL, he would pad his stats playing with the either of them, which in turn would set him up better financially than if he were to play for Vancouver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apple Juice Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Can't see the Canucks landing him. There are a lot of teams in desperate need to help on the backend, the Vancouver would be a tough sell to him. If I were him (WHICH I AM!!!!!), I would honestly choose either Pittsburgh or Tampa Bay. They need defense badly, and after a year or so in the AHL, he would pad his stats playing with the either of them, which in turn would set him up better financially than if he were to play for Vancouver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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