canucklehead80 Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Sounds like the kid has some high end skill. Nice to see the Canucks take a flyer with a late pick on a highly skilled, yet undersized player. Too many times we pass on these guys for too much "meat and potatoes". If these late picks have such a low chance on making it, I'd rather have a long shot/high reward guy. If there's such a small chance of these guys making, just swing away and go for the home run. Like this pick very much. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canucklehead80 Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 52 minutes ago, Tystick said: If Palmu was 4" taller he would have gone in the first two rounds IMO. Could be a great pick! If he was 4 inches taller, would have been chosen last year. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hlinkas wrister Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 He's got a great shot when he plays the point on the PP. Reminds me of a modern day Reijo Ruotsalainen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post TFerguson Posted June 24, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted June 24, 2017 At least we've got the kids name right... 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HerrDrFunk Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 If nothing else, at least Palmu's game has never been reliant on his ability to out muscle boys on the ice. It'll be interesting to see what he can do against larger opponents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HerrDrFunk Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 1 minute ago, AllWeatherFan said: At least we've got the kids name right... Come on graphics guy, you had one job. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Blight Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 1 hour ago, rizzuto&hatoum said: Not the smallest player drafted by the Canucks. Anyone remember Bobby Lalonde? http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/pdisplay.php?pid=2921 Yup, and he played 641 games in the NHL......he was a very exciting player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomato Pajamas Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 1 hour ago, rizzuto&hatoum said: Not the smallest player drafted by the Canucks. Anyone remember Bobby Lalonde? http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/pdisplay.php?pid=2921 Haha, can't say I was born just quite yet to watch the guy play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-AJ- Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 5'7" and 179 is actually pretty well filled out. If he can stay in peak shape, who knows, he could have a chance. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BananaMash Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 2 minutes ago, -AJ- said: 5'7" and 179 is actually pretty well filled out. If he can stay in peak shape, who knows, he could have a chance. Yeah, that's a really solid build for his size. One of my gym buddies is about the same, and an absolute truck given his height. He's still going to have reach disadvantage, but he's got some meat on him for a small skilled winger. Could be a fun little player to watch develop if we're patient. Could also end up being a minor league champion like Darren Haydar with no NHL transition. Either way, interesting pick. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Subban finally has someone to help learn how to stop forwards from attacking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stonecoldstevebernier Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Definitely the pick I'm most intrigued by, I love the idea of targeting skill in the later rounds. Was hoping he'd be able to play for Utica next year but it appears he's already signed a contract with TPS in Finland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 I shall call him Mini-Palmu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenhodgejr Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Petrus "Rudy" Palmu Ill be rooting for him!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nux_win Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 (edited) 3 hours ago, AV's Coin said: Short but he looks solid with high end skill Yeah, 180 pounds at 5'7" is pretty solid. Size helps for equal skill but this guy seems to have the skill, and the attitude to go with it. I like the pick. We need someone who can put the puck in the net and this guy seems to be able to. Benning is doing just fine despite the usual negativity from CDC. GCG! Edited June 24, 2017 by nux_win 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 (edited) Here's Brock Otten's profile from his top-10 list of OHL draft re-entries: Quote Let's get this out of the way; Palmu is 5'7. OK, now for his other flaws...there aren't any. Palmu is one of the most exciting players to play in the OHL in recent years. When he's on the ice, you instantly become drawn to him. His play with the puck, his effort without the puck. His shot. His hockey sense. His smooth, yet powerful skating stride. He's just such a complete player. I really hope that an NHL team gives him a chance to play pro next year. He certainly deserves the chance. And while he's a long shot at best because of his size, if there's a guy who can play in the league at under 5'8, it's Palmu. Edited June 24, 2017 by SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuxfanabroad Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Pet Pal. Every kid needs one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurn Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 5 hours ago, HerrDrFunk said: He maybe a bit short, but he does have solid pipes, looks like he is well built. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ossi Vaananen Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBackup Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 He's a very high risk, high reward prospect. I'm more concerned with the fact that he's nearly 20, in addition to his size. Still, boom or bust prospects are what the later rounds are for. I'm excited to see what he can do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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