MNA Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 I know it may sound like I'm just spouting out nonsense, and Sbisa probably wouldn't transition to forward at this point in his career, but hypothetically, if Sbisa at an earlier point in his career transitioned to forward, would that have made him a good power forward? We know he can hit and is not afraid to be a bit aggresive, but we have also seen glimpses (although very few) of his offensive capabilities, as he has jumped into the play and lead rushes in the past. As a defenseman, his career plus-minus isn't great(ironically, he was a +5 in last season's struggle). I believe he has a bit of an offensive mindset; with his size and strength, I think he could've been a great power forward. It would be great if he could improve his defensive game a bit; as previously stated, he wouldn't switch to a forward at this point in his career, but he could be a good puck-moving offensive defenseman if he does improve his defensive game. And a physical OD at that. Personally, I would love to see him as the forward in an emergency forward situation if Virtanen or Megna or Chaput, etc. couldn't make it from Utica in time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyHatnDart Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 I dunno about you but I think Gretzky would've made a great goaltender. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuxfanabroad Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 w/c/sh oulda' Luca been in the 'A'? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 He did have a stint as a fourth line winger IIRC in his rookie season. I remember reading a game report about it. Here it is: https://philabright.com/2009/04/17/sbisa-in-for-carcillo-at-forward/ Sbisa replaced Carcillo for two games in the first round of the playoffs. Can't recall I noticed how well he played in that series (or really remember him at all that year). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ice orca Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 20 minutes ago, SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME said: He did have a stint as a fourth line winger IIRC in his rookie season. I remember reading a game report about it. Here it is: https://philabright.com/2009/04/17/sbisa-in-for-carcillo-at-forward/ Sbisa replaced Carcillo for two games in the first round of the playoffs. Can't recall I noticed how well he played in that series (or really remember him at all that year). A muppet could replace Carcillo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil_314 Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Luca Sbisa, top-6 power forward? That would be interesting, I mean Juice showed shades of it for a stretch (didn't he have several games in a row where he scored off the rush, reminiscent of a forward?) and even Pedan has had time on the wing. With Luca's puck-rushing ability I could see it work for awhile if he goes on a tear. Generally speaking, guys who make high-risk plays like him should play forward IMO, so that even if he gets caught trying to make a play or a hit there would be a guy covering for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Avery Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Yeah, and the Sedins should've been our 1st line defense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.B Cooper Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 1 hour ago, MNA said: I know it may sound like I'm just spouting out nonsense, and Sbisa probably wouldn't transition to forward at this point in his career, but hypothetically, if Sbisa at an earlier point in his career transitioned to forward, would that have made him a good power forward? We know he can hit and is not afraid to be a bit aggresive, but we have also seen glimpses (although very few) of his offensive capabilities, as he has jumped into the play and lead rushes in the past. As a defenseman, his career plus-minus isn't great(ironically, he was a +5 in last season's struggle). I believe he has a bit of an offensive mindset; with his size and strength, I think he could've been a great power forward. It would be great if he could improve his defensive game a bit; as previously stated, he wouldn't switch to a forward at this point in his career, but he could be a good puck-moving offensive defenseman if he does improve his defensive game. And a physical OD at that. Personally, I would love to see him as the forward in an emergency forward situation if Virtanen or Megna or Chaput, etc. couldn't make it from Utica in time. Not even gonna read your post. Nope. Sbisa is a good dman and he is only getting better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItsMillerTime Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Honestly idk why Sbisa is getting ripped on of course dman make mistakes but he is pretty good. but not the contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNA Posted August 19, 2016 Author Share Posted August 19, 2016 Sorry. I knew I was spouting out nonsense. I just wanted to share a idea. Thanks anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNA Posted August 19, 2016 Author Share Posted August 19, 2016 2 hours ago, ThaShady1 said: I dunno about you but I think Gretzky would've made a great goaltender. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Biestra Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 It's actually not that crazy a suggestion. I wondered the same thing about Keith Ballard, especially when he was sitting in the press box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckylager Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Maybe he coulda been, but that ship has sailed. However, there's still time for JV to be a #1dman... The speed, the physicality.. but no. No and no. NO Spisa contract isn't actually that bad, drama queens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jägermeister Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Sounds like he did play forward at a high level until he was about 16, then he made the full-time switch to D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastal.view Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 3 hours ago, ThaShady1 said: I dunno about you but I think Gretzky would've made a great goaltender. amen and while we are at it let's make Lionel Messi a right back for Barcelona edit... oh and i really did overlook the most obvious.. how about let's make Trump president Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildcam Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 3 hours ago, MNA said: I know it may sound like I'm just spouting out nonsense, and Sbisa probably wouldn't transition to forward at this point in his career, but hypothetically, if Sbisa at an earlier point in his career transitioned to forward, would that have made him a good power forward? We know he can hit and is not afraid to be a bit aggresive, but we have also seen glimpses (although very few) of his offensive capabilities, as he has jumped into the play and lead rushes in the past. As a defenseman, his career plus-minus isn't great(ironically, he was a +5 in last season's struggle). I believe he has a bit of an offensive mindset; with his size and strength, I think he could've been a great power forward. It would be great if he could improve his defensive game a bit; as previously stated, he wouldn't switch to a forward at this point in his career, but he could be a good puck-moving offensive defenseman if he does improve his defensive game. And a physical OD at that. Personally, I would love to see him as the forward in an emergency forward situation if Virtanen or Megna or Chaput, etc. couldn't make it from Utica in time. I really like your idea, he is tough and would be easier for him playing forward, would like to see Sbisa on wing for 10 games.. We have lots of D men now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cramarossa Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 I don't think this is crazy. I can see why one would think he could make a decent forward. He does have flashes of being offensively minded. I like him as a D-man though, and think his ceiling is higher there. He'd be interesting as a big-bodied forward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canucklehead73 Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Yeah I'm not sure why he gets dumped on so much... sbisa is not dominating by any stretch but it's not like he is getting burnt all the time for goals again that are solely his fault. I think for whatever reason when we do not have success some of our fans look for players who do not make a impact as players who are a problem. When it's simply a lack of impact players being our problem not the supporting cast that make up the bulk of most teams. Luca sbisa is not truly a problem for us. Imho Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysACanuckFan Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 3 hours ago, ThaShady1 said: I dunno about you but I think Gretzky would've made a great goaltender. Well at least they toyed with the idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABNuck Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 It's the mentality that's hard to break (the natural instinct to protect your own end first before the offensive commitment). I switched from D to F back in Bantam but only as a 4th line defensive forward...so the instincts fit the role. I think if Sbisa was to try it out it would have to be as 3rd/4th line checker or depth forward. There's a TON of those types of players available on the cheap, so his contract says no...he needs to play 5/6 D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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