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I think its time to have a look at guys like Sheldon Rempel and Nick Petan. Rempel has been outstanding as of late. I think
them coming up would do wonders for our compete level.
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I wouldn't mind the Canucks giving these guys callups but some guys are able to dominate the AHL but never in a way that translates in the NHL. I think the odds are very low for any expectation that they will be difference makers in the NHL at this point. Happy to be wrong, of course.
Petan has generally had a success in the AHL and he has had multiple chances to break into the NHL but just hasn't been able to contribute to anywhere near the same degree in the NHL.
This is a breakout year for Rempal and while he has had fewer chances to break into the NHL, his age and size are going to be limitations on the chances he will receive.
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I agree with Bell and King Heffy that Petan is not an NHL player. He's a great AHL player and is probably going to end up in Europe in the next season or two to make some cash and he'll thrive over there.
That said, Rempal has never had much of a chance in the NHL and I think he's deserved a chance to play some NHL games. I feel like he's probably an upgrade on Justin Dowling, at this point. I can see Rempal being called up in the event the Canucks trade a current roster player for picks/prospects. He's due for a chance.